Like many of us, shift supervisor Miguel spent the early days of the pandemic sitting at home while his store was temporarily closed.
Then one day, he received an email asking veterans to volunteer at a makeshift field hospital in New York City. As a former Army medic, Miguel jumped at the chance.
“It was pretty early on, and no one really knew what was happening,” Miguel says. “I just saw people suffering, and I wanted to help.”
For three weeks, Miguel treated and comforted COVID-19 patients while also acting as a translator for Spanish-speaking patients. It was a difficult and challenging time, full of both tragedies and victories.
“I saw it firsthand, that lesson of living in the present. We get tied up with so many different things in life, we forget that the most important thing and the greatest thing is what we’re living for in this very moment.”
Thank you, Miguel, and all front-line responders for going above and beyond this year. 💚
You’ve been there for our communities, we're here to support you. 💚
For the month of December, we're offering front-line responders a free tall brewed or iced coffee at participating US stores. From all our partners, thank you.
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What started off as a small donation to a shelter for single mothers has grown over the years into an annual Thanksgiving feast that serves hundreds of families struggling with hunger.
The driving force behind this event is Nicole, a Starbucks store manager born and raised in Brooklyn.
Nicole is inspired by her mother, who is lovingly known around the neighborhood as "Ms. Barbara" and whose home and kitchen table is always open to the community. Following her example, Nicole has found creative ways to serve her neighbors in need, including her annual Thanksgiving dinner which will switch to a grab-and-go format this year.
"I love my community. I love the people in my community,” Nicole says. “With everything that’s going on with social injustice and COVID, the only thing that’s going to get us through this thing is love."
We're proud to be your partner, Nicole. Thank you for helping shape a culture of community and giving. 💚