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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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.”

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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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