Partnering for the greater good
The 91探花 is proud to work with in a partnership that strengthens our shared vision to serve Washington and the world.
Starbucks is a catalyst for promise and potential and its mission is in lock-step with the UW鈥檚 purpose to unleash boundless possibilities for everyone, everywhere 鈥� starting with our state. As two historic Seattle institutions, our local partnership emboldens our work for the global good. Together we are uniting our goals and initiatives in education, community outreach and sustainability to propel people 鈥� and opportunity.
Our partnership is transforming the lives of students
and all of the people we serve
Unsheltered families
Starbucks and the 91探花recognize we can do more together. The 91探花Food Pantry and Starbucks have partnered to combat food insecurity through the collection and redistribution of food from Seattle campus and have diverted more than 50 pounds of Starbucks sandwiches, salads, bread and pastries to students in need. We are also collaborating with the United Way King County, Mary鈥檚 Place, Wellspring and other local providers to bring to campus, providing critical resources and support to students, families and children right here in our 91探花community. 91探花Bothell hosted an event in August 2019 with 91探花Seattle and 91探花Tacoma slated to host in 2020 鈥� read more about the partnership.
Hometown Heroes
The 91探花and Starbucks believe those who have served in the military deserve to be celebrated for their service and sacrifice and comes together to recognize heroes from our hometown community! are nominated and the 91探花and Starbucks honor them at Husky Football home games with in-game recognition and a special gift.
Strengthening the student experience
As a global force for innovation, Starbucks inspires leadership development through internship opportunities at the company鈥檚 Seattle headquarters and education and mentorship programs like the聽. As a proud supporter of student life events and adventures, you鈥檒l find Starbucks engaging our community during聽,听W Day,听,听and volunteering their time and talents alongside Huskies at projects across Seattle during MLK Week of Service. As a聽聽preferred employer, Starbucks hires Huskies who will learn and grow with the company like Stephen Ramirez, 鈥�15.
Promoting equity and inclusion
Our public mission drives us to serve our state by providing access to opportunities for all. As a global brand, Starbucks shares that commitment and together we put equity and inclusion at the heart of our work. Starbucks is also creating possibilities by providing student scholarships to underrepresented students through the聽. Read more about Starbucks鈥� long-standing commitment to inclusion.
Protecting our environment
Environmental sustainability is a core tenet of the mission and values of both the 91探花and Starbucks. Our shared commitment includes building LEED-certified structures, as well as research and innovation in clean water and climate change. Our work has led to a natural partnership with 91探花conservationists and students through the聽聽as well as聽聽celebrations. See聽what happened at the first UW-Starbucks Earth Day of Service at the 91探花Center for Urban Horticulture.
Looking ahead: Creating moments of connection
The 91探花is proud of the past, present and future collaborations with Starbucks. Since 2012, we have been combining our time, talent and resources to work for a world of good.