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Featured Donor: DaVinci Gourmet

DaVinci Gourmet, the industry leader in gourmet syrups, is that rare company that extends support of the specialty coffee industry through the entire chain of supply – from coffee growers to beverages served worldwide. Whether it is sponsoring a myriad of barista competitions or providing menu and technical support to small cafes, many witness first hand DaVinci’s support. In particular is their exceptional support of Coffee Kids.DaVinci Gourmet Logo Since 2006, DaVinci Gourmet has been a major sponsor of Coffee Kids, contributing over $500,000 with the funds channeled toward the organization’s quality of life programs in coffee communities. Through this level of contribution, Coffee Kids has been able to not only maintain, but also expand its program, reaching over 3,200 families served by Coffee Kids’ 12 partners in Latin America.“We are very committed to the specialty coffee industry on many levels. Through Coffee Kids we are able to help and support those who are vital to this industry, the families who grow the beans. With this relationship we can affect the lives of those thousands of miles away, creating a connection,” said Jennifer Faren, brand manager at DaVinci Gourmet.DaVinci Gourmet syrups are used throughout the United States and internationally in specialty coffee drinks. Their commitment to coffee-farming families is an investment in the future of coffee.“We know first hand the intricacy of the coffee process, from farm to cup and therefore understand the essential part each and every family plays in the global coffee economy and the need to sustain themselves for future growth,” Faren said.Besides monetary support, DaVinci Gourmet further promotes Coffee Kids to others with a mention on every bottle, POP materials and the company’s website and publicity materials (http://www.davincigourmet.com).“The impact of DaVinci Gourmet’s support has put Coffee Kids at another level. Thanks to them, awareness of our efforts to help families and the resources to put the programs in place have increased substantially,” said Coffee Kids’ Executive Director Carolyn Fairman.
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Coffee Kids Fundraiser on Facebook

If you haven't checked out the Coffee Kids facebook profile, give a look and add us as a friend. We also just launched a fundraiser on our Cause page. We're trying to raise $5,000 by June.Just $25 can help provide a health and hygiene class to women around San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala. A $50 donation can provide a small business loan to women in Nicaragua. It doesn't take much to make a big difference. Take a look and sign on!Also, Coffee Kids recently got hip to Twitter. Check us out at http://www.twitter.com/coffeekids.
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Barista Champ Champions Coffee Farmers

What a great way start a Monday. When I arrived last Monday, I had a message of good news and glad tidings from Sarah Allen at Barista Magazine.Hiroshi Sawada This past weekend (Sept. 12-14) Hiroshi Sawada, owner of Caffe Milk Art in Japan, competed in the Millrock Latte Art Championship and took first prize in one of the most challenging competitions to date, besting 39 of the best latte artists in the world. He has competed in numerous barista competitions traveling around the world to display his craft, but this is the first time he won. Sawada was awarded a check for $5,000 for his efforts.Following the award ceremony Sawada tracked down Sarah Allen and said that he wanted to donate all of his prize money to Coffee Kids. All of us at Coffee Kids are humbled by Hiroshi's generosity and grateful for his help in improving the lives of coffee-farming families.Congratulations on your win, Hiroshi and thank you!The competition was presented by Barista Magazine, Nuova Simonelli and Dillanos Coffee.
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