This Veterans Day, Starbucks is honoring those who have served with a free tall (12-ounce) hot or cold brewed coffee for Veterans, military service members and military spouses who visit participating U.S. Starbucks stores on Nov. 11, 2023.* In addition, Starbucks is donating $100,000 each to <a href="https://teamrwb.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Team Red, White &amp; Blue</a> and <a href="https://www.travismanion.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Travis Manion Foundation</a> to support the Veteran community.

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Travis Manion Foundation: Empowering Veterans and families of the fallen

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<a href="https://www.travismanion.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Travis Manion Foundation</a> (TMF) unites communities to strengthen America’s national character by empowering Veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop and lead future generations. TMF was established to honor the life and legacy of 1st Lieutenant Travis Manion (United States Marine Corps) who gave his life in Iraq in 2007. The five words he spoke before leaving for his final deployment, “If Not Me, Then Who...” have become the foundation for the organization’s focus on selflessness and character. Guided by this mantra, TMF programming focuses on investing in the mental health and well-being of Veterans and families of the fallen so they can move forward in developing character among youth and serving communities at large.

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“Travis Manion Foundation is grateful to Starbucks for their ongoing commitment to our nation’s Veterans and military community,” said Ryan Manion, President, Travis Manion Foundation. “TMF provides connection and community for our Veterans who selflessly served our country. This partnership serves to spotlight their important role as leaders in our communities and in developing character in the next generation."

Team Red, White &amp; Blue: Strengthening the mind-body connection

<a href="https://teamrwb.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Team Red, White &amp; Blue</a> (Team RWB) is a nonprofit organization forging America’s leading health and wellness community for Veterans. Team RWB offers events, training and programming to help Veterans build a healthy lifestyle. Starbucks has worked with Team RWB since 2015 to support their work in building a sense of belonging, camaraderie and a strong focus on health and wellness for hundreds of thousands of Veterans.

"While the needs of our nation’s Veterans evolve, Starbucks commitment to their well-being remains constant. Their partnership with Team RWB for eight consecutive years has provided awareness and funding to support our programs,” said Mike Erwin, Founder and Executive Director of Team Red, White &amp; Blue. “This collaborative effort serves as a reminder to Veterans that their best days lie ahead when they prioritize their health and wellness. It also offers them a chance to reflect on their service, knowing that a grateful nation continues to appreciate them, long after they take off the uniform.”

How Starbucks supports the military community year-round

While Veterans Day is only once a year, Starbucks commitment to the military and Veteran communities is a year-round effort. As a people-first company, Starbucks is committed to enhancing the lives of all who touch the business. In 2013, Starbucks made a commitment to serve our Veteran and military community. As part of our partner promise to bridge to a better future, we continue to enhance our support for the military community, including Veteran and active military partners and their families. Throughout the last ten years, Starbucks has hired over 40,000 Veterans and military spouses. The company also has a commitment to hire 5,000 more each year going forward and in July 2023, <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2023/starbucks-strengthens-its-support-for-the-u-s-military-community/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced</a> its strengthened support to the military community through new relocation services, community building efforts and mental health support.

Investments in the military and Veteran communities – and every community Starbucks serves – is grounded in the belief that Starbucks is at its best when uplifting one another with dignity, respect and kindness.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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* Offer valid at participating U.S. stores. Offer valid 11/11 on café and drive-thru orders only. Cold brew is not included in this offer. Limit one per customer.

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On Sept. 29 when customers bring a clean, reusable cup into the cafe at participating stores, they will get a free hot Pike Place Roast brewed coffee.

In celebration of Starbucks 50th anniversary, Starbucks is inviting customers to bring in a clean, empty, reusable cup (up to 20 fl. oz.) into participating cafe locations in the U.S. on National Coffee Day, Sept. 29, to receive a free cup of Pike Place® Roast brewed coffee*. Starbucks is marking the milestone anniversary with customers to share how grateful the company is to be part of their communities and daily lives.

Pike Place Roast represents Starbucks decades of coffee roasting experience, knowledge and passion. Named after the location of the original store in Seattle’s Pike Place Market that opened in 1971, Pike Place Roast is Starbucks signature medium roast coffee served in stores everyday around the world. <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2008/the-proof-is-in-the-cup-starbucks-launches-historic-new-pike-place-roast/">Pike Place Roast was introduced in 2008</a> and was created using input from nearly 1,000 customers who spent almost 1,500 hours providing feedback on what’s important to them in a cup of coffee. Master blenders and roasters at Starbucks then artfully created the coffee. The result is a smooth, well-rounded blend of Latin American coffees with subtly rich flavors of chocolate and toasted nuts. &nbsp;

Select Starbucks Reserve locations, including the Starbucks Reserve Roasteries in Seattle, Chicago and New York City, are also celebrating on National Coffee Day. On Sept. 29, customers who bring in a clean, empty reusable cup into those stores will receive a free Starbucks Reserve coffee or cold brew.**

To find a Starbucks cafe near you visit <a href="http://Starbucks.com/store-locator">Starbucks.com/store-locator</a> or the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.starbucksreserve.com/en-us/locations" target="_blank">Starbucks Reserve store locator online</a> for local hours and store information. Limit one free coffee per customer.

Customers can also continue the celebration by signing up for free Pike Place® Roast packaged coffee to brew and enjoy at home. Visit <a href="https://athome.starbucks.com/">athome.starbucks.com</a> on National Coffee Day, Sept. 29 for details. Limit one per customer and available while supplies last.

Starbucks work goes far beyond making a great cup of coffee

Starbucks has a bold aspiration to be a <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2020/starbucks-announces-multi-decade-aspiration-to-become-resource-positive/">resource positive</a> company, to take less and give more to the planet in every aspect of its business – including coffee. In March, <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2021/starbucks-announces-coffee-specific-environmental-goals/">Starbucks announced coffee-specific environmental goals</a> to achieve carbon neutral green coffee and conserve water usage in green coffee processing by 50 percent by 2030.

Starbucks purchases coffee from more than 400,000 farmers in 30 countries around the world and is committed to a sustainable future of coffee for all. The company believes it has a responsibility to care for the entire supply chain and the many people who make coffee possible, from seed to cup, farmer to customer.

Starbucks is <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2020/this-earth-day-meet-some-of-the-people-working-to-make-coffee-sustainable/">committed to sourcing coffee responsibly</a>, for the betterment of people and the planet, while also working to help empower farmers, improve their livelihoods, and positively impact their communities so Starbucks can ensure coffee continues to flow for another 50 years. From the introduction of <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2020/cafe-practices-starbucks-approach-to-ethically-sourcing-coffee/">C.A.F.E. Practices</a> in 2004 to Starbucks <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2017/starbucks-100million-coffee-trees/">100 Million Tree Commitment</a> and research and development at <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2017/starbucks-hacienda-alsacia/">Hacienda Alsacia</a> as well as open-source agronomy philosophy – Starbucks continues to grow and expand its efforts to best support farmers while also caring for the planet.

Celebrations around the World

In honor of International Coffee Day (Oct. 1), Starbucks is also <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/asia/stories/2021/starbucks-celebrates-international-coffee-day/">celebrating with its customers around the world</a>. Starting Sept. 28 in select Asia Pacific markets, Starbucks customers can get a free limited-edition reusable cup in participating stores when they purchase any handcrafted beverage. In Japan on Oct. 1, customers can receive an increased discount of 110 yen when they bring in a reusable cup. In select Latin America markets on Oct. 1, customers can either get free brewed coffee when they purchase a reusable cup or a free cup when they purchase any handcrafted beverage. In Europe and the Middle East on Oct. 1, customers who bring in a clean, reusable cup at participating Starbucks stores will receive a free Autumn Blend beverage.

For more information about Starbucks 50th anniversary and to see how Starbucks is celebrating around the world visit <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/50">stories.starbucks.com/50</a>.

U.S. and Canada NATIONAL COFFEE DAY OFFER DETAILS

*The offer is available in cafes only (not in the drive-thru or ordered ahead in the Starbucks app), limit one per customer, up to 20 fl. oz., no refills or modifiers. Available on iced or hot brewed coffee only; not valid on cold brew or Nitro. At participating locations. Supplies are limited. For safety reasons, Starbucks can only accept clean and empty reusable cups.

** Participating Starbucks Reserve locations include Starbucks Reserve Roasteries in Seattle, Chicago, New York City, and Starbucks Reserve Stores in Sodo Seattle, Naperville, IL, and Greenwich Lane in NYC. Offer only applies to free hot Clover or Clover X Starbucks brewed coffee and cold brew. Limit one per customer, up to 20 fl. oz., no refills or modifiers. For safety reasons, Starbucks can only accept clean and empty reusable cups.

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On Sept. 29, get a free hot Pike Place Roast brewed coffee when you bring in a reusable cup at participating stores.

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Beginning Dec. 1, Starbucks is bringing&nbsp; moments of joy to customers and our communities through: the return of Irish Cream Cold Brew at stores in the U.S.; free coffee to front-line responders all month long in December; more than 2.5 million prizes available to win with the Starbucks For Life game; and in honor of Giving Tuesday and World AIDS Day, The Starbucks Foundation is donating $500,000 to the Global Fund to fight AIDS with (RED).

Irish Cream Cold Brew is back

Beginning Tuesday, December 1, Starbucks customers can enjoy the returning favorite Irish Cream Cold Brew. Back for <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2019/introducing-irish-cream-cold-brew/">its second holiday season</a>, the beverage is made with Starbucks® Cold Brew coffee and Irish cream syrup over ice, topped with a frothy cap of vanilla sweet cream cold foam like a layer of fresh snow and a dusting of cocoa powder. It is available at Starbucks stores across the U.S. and Canada for a limited time, while supplies last.

The&nbsp;<a href="https://nam05.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2Fcoffeehouse%2Fmobile-apps&amp;data=02%7C01%7CAlli.Colzani%40edelman.com%7Cd44acb2eb5c0476bed4e08d866352b72%7Cb824bfb3918e43c2bb1cdcc1ba40a82b%7C0%7C0%7C637371725834401803&amp;sdata=TNurxBGe4Bn8arZ4pZuEV2wkQzIShSY6BSkEL9Odqyk%3D&amp;reserved=0">Starbucks app</a> is the best way for customers to locate a store, order ahead and use contactless payment, and determine the most convenient pickup option, including in-store, at the door, drive-thru, or curbside pickup where available. In locations with in-store pickup, there will be a limited number of customers inside at one time and floor markers and signage will promote social distancing. Customers can also enjoy their favorites including the new Irish Cream Cold Brew without leaving home through&nbsp;Starbucks® Delivers on Uber Eats. To check restrictions and&nbsp;availability, customers can visit&nbsp;the Uber Eats app (menu limited).

Starbucks recognizes front-line responders with free coffee all month long

In response to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and to recognize the significant efforts of the front-line responder and health care community, Starbucks announced today that it will offer a free tall brewed coffee (hot or iced) to front-line responders at participating U.S. Starbucks stores throughout the month of December to show appreciation for those keeping our communities safe during COVID-19. Read more <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2020/navigating-through-covid-19/">here</a>.

Starbucks for Life returns for the sixth year

The Starbucks for Life game is back for its sixth year. From December 1 through January 4, Starbucks Rewards members can play for the chance to win more than 2.5 million prizes ranging from free coffee and exclusive Starbucks merchandise, to the grand prize of Starbucks for Life!

Additionally,&nbsp;Starbucks&nbsp;is offering&nbsp;new&nbsp;prizes&nbsp;this year&nbsp;including:&nbsp;Bose QuietComfort® Earbuds, a Starbucks for Life limited edition&nbsp;puzzle from Ravensburger®, Alaska Airlines® roundtrip travel vouchers and local food bank donations through Feeding America.

Starbucks Rewards members can earn plays by making a qualifying purchase using the Starbucks app or Starbucks card at participating Starbucks stores in the U.S. Visit <a href="http://www.starbucksforlife.com/">www.starbucksforlife.com</a> for more details, or visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.starbucks.com/account/create">here&nbsp;to sign up for Starbucks Rewards.</a>&nbsp;And as a special bonus, your first&nbsp;play&nbsp;is on us!&nbsp;*

Giving back for Giving Tuesday and World AIDS Day

On December 1, in recognition of Giving Tuesday and World AIDS Day, The Starbucks Foundation will donate $500,000 to the Global Fund to help fight AIDS with (RED). The donation will support the Global Fund’s COVID-19 Response, which aims to strengthen health systems and mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on AIDS programs. These funds will help protect the extraordinary gains the global health community has made in the fight against AIDS and ensure continued access to life-saving treatment and services.

This donation builds on Starbucks prior efforts to support the global fight against AIDS. Since Starbucks partnership with (RED) began in 2008, Starbucks has donated more than $16 million to help fight AIDS. <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2020/the-starbucks-foundation-donation-helps-red-fight-against-aids-covid-19/">Read more here</a> and to learn more about how you can get involved this World AIDS Day, visit <a href="http://www.red.org">www.red.org</a>.

Starbucks continues to take actions to protect the <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2020/what-customers-need-to-know-about-starbucks-response-to-covid-19/">health and well-being of our customers and partners</a> (employees), and to control the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in accordance with the expert guidance of the CDC and local public health authorities.&nbsp;These actions include asking customers to wear facial coverings and follow social distancing when visiting our stores, partner precautions and enhanced cleaning measures. Click <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2020/what-customers-need-to-know-about-starbucks-response-to-covid-19/">here for an at-a-glance overview</a> &nbsp;of what you need to know about your local store, Starbucks partners and the community.

To read more about Starbucks holiday news and highlights, <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2020/2020-starbucks-holiday-highlights/">read more on Starbucks Stories here</a>.

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Starbucks for Life means the winner will receive a daily credit for 30 years for one free food or beverage item at participating Starbucks stores in the U.S. Excludes alcohol.

Starbucks for a Year, 6 Months, 3 Months, or 1 Month will be fulfilled as a daily credit for one free food item or standard menu beverage during the time period specified, which can be redeemed at participating stores.

Entrants can receive a maximum of 2 plays per day plus bonus opportunities to earn additional plays.

Game plays may be earned on eligible transactions at a participating Starbucks&nbsp;store. Purchases of alcohol, Starbucks Cards and Starbucks Card reloads are excluded. See&nbsp;<a href="https://www.starbucks.com/rewards/terms">starbucks.com/terms</a>&nbsp;for details.

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Announcing the return of Irish Cream Cold Brew and Starbucks for Life, free coffee for front-line responders in December, and The Starbucks Foundation donation in honor of World AIDS Day.

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This Veterans Day, Starbucks is honoring those who have served with a free tall hot brewed coffee for veterans, military service members and military spouses at participating U.S. Starbucks stores on Nov. 11. Starbucks is also donating 25 cents for every cup of hot brewed coffee sold that day to support the mental health of military communities.

This Veterans Day, Starbucks is honoring those who have served with a free tall (12-ounce) hot brewed coffee for veterans, military service members and military spouses at participating U.S. Starbucks stores on Nov. 11. Starbucks is also donating 25 cents for every cup of hot brewed coffee sold nationwide on Nov. 11 to be divided evenly between <a href="http://www.teamrwb.com">Team Red, White &amp; Blue</a> and <a href="http://www.getheadstrong.org">Headstrong</a> to support the mental health and the wellbeing of military communities.

“COVID brings a whole new host of stresses and challenges, especially for veterans and military families,” said Matt Kress, senior manager of Veteran and Military Affairs for Starbucks who served more than 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. “Seeking mental health treatment and providing opportunities through organizations like Headstrong and Team Red, White &amp; Blue are an important way to help veterans meet the challenges that are happening this year.”

When the battle isn’t over: Honoring veterans by supporting mental health

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The mission of <a href="https://www.teamrwb.org/">Team Red, White &amp; Blue</a> (Team RWB) is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans. Team RWB offers events, workouts, and challenges at 200 locations nationwide and through the Team RWB App for veterans and supporters. Starbucks has worked with Team RWB since 2017 to support their work in building a sense of belonging, camaraderie, and inclusiveness for more than 400,000 veterans.

“Team RWB is forging the leading health and wellness community for our nation's veterans,” said Bana Miller, Director of Marketing and Communications for Team RWB. “Physical activity plays a critical role in veterans' overall mental health and well-being. We are honored to partner with Starbucks to support more veterans on their mental health journeys by offering activities, challenges, and events to challenge mental health stigma while keeping them moving.”

Headstrong: No-cost counseling for veterans

<a href="https://getheadstrong.org/">Headstrong</a> helps veterans heal the hidden wounds of war with confidential and effective mental health treatment for post-9/11 veterans and their families. Through a network of providers in 20 major metropolitan communities, Headstrong connects veterans with rapid, no-cost counseling services (through virtual visits these days) with mental health professionals who have been trained in treating military veterans, including combat-related post-traumatic stress. Starbucks <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2020/honoring-veterans-by-supporting-mental-health/">partnered with Headstrong earlier this year</a> for Military Appreciation Month in May, and is helping Headstrong open up a new Seattle-area network of providers in December.

“As a national-facing mental health treatment practice committed to delivering care to the nation’s members of the armed forces, veterans, and their family members, Headstrong remains focused on those we serve, regardless of circumstance or challenge. In the middle of this pandemic amid unrelenting demand and need, we’re thankful for partners like Starbucks pausing to help us sustain our efforts. True partners show up when times are tough, and Starbucks has been there to help us continue healing the hidden wounds of war,” said retired Army Col. Jim McDonough, Headstrong’s Executive Director.

How Starbucks is reaching out to military families

Since 2013, <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2019/starbucks-military-commitment/">Starbucks military commitment</a> has included the hiring of 30,000 veterans and military spouses, with a commitment to hire 5,000 more each year going forward. The company is dedicated to teaming up with service organizations who help veterans transition to civilian life, develop as leaders, and leverage their skills and passion to positively change communities. The company also operates 68 <a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/stories/2019/starbucks-military-family-stores-a-place-to-connect/">Military Family Stores</a> across the country to help support soldiers, veterans and their families.

Starbucks is also proud to support active duty service members and has donated more than 4 million cups of coffee to deployed military units around the world with whole-bean coffee, Starbucks VIA® Instant and K-Cups®.

About Starbucks Veterans Day offer

To receive your free cup of hot brewed coffee, visit your neighborhood Starbucks. To find one near you, use the store locator feature on <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/store-locator">Starbucks.com</a> or on <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/rewards/mobile-apps">the Starbucks app</a>. Offer must be redeemed in person (not available using Order Ahead or Delivery) at participating U.S. Starbucks locations on Nov. 11, 2020. Starbucks is also donating 25 cents for every cup of hot brewed coffee sold nationwide on Veteran’s Day to support the mental health and the wellbeing of military communities.

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