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Answer Amazing how things get going around isn't it? And to be certain, most large companies make all of their donations through or too only qualified charities...for many very good reasons...and it is absolutely true..the US armed forces are NOT a qualified charity.
Summary of the eRumor
An email from a Marine who says some Marines wrote to Starbucks to say how much they liked Starbucks coffee and to request some donated coffee for the Marines.
The eRumor says Starbucks responded by saying they don't support and war and will not send any coffee.
The writer urges a boycott of Starbucks.
The Truth
TruthOrFiction contacted Starbucks about the story.
Starbucks says that the originator of the email, Sgt. Howard Wright, and talked with him about his complaint.
He has now sent a follow-up email to his email list, which appears below.
Starbucks assured him of their support of the military and that the only reason any coffee was not donated was because the official Starbucks donation policy authorizes such gifts to officially designated public charities, including libraries and schools, and that the U.S. military or military personnel do not qualify.
It was not meant to be a comment on the war or the service of military personnel in the war.
The company said that there have been employees that have showed their support through donations of coffee.
Starbucks told us that many of the company's employees (called "partners" by Starbucks) receive one pound of free coffee each week and some of that coffee has gone to members of the military or related organizations.
For example, the employees in the Starbucks in Atascadero, California, decided to send their weekly free coffee to troops in Afghanistan and there are other such stories about Starbucks coffee finding its way into the hands of military personnel.
Here is Sgt. Wright's follow-up email after Starbucks spoke with him:
Dear Readers, Almost 5 months ago I sent an e-mail to you my faithful friends. I did a wrong thing that needs to be cleared up. I heard by word of mouth about how Starbucks said they didn't support the war and all. I was having enough of that kind of talk and didn't do my research properly like I should have. This is not true. Starbucks supports men and women in uniform. They have personally contacted me and I have been sent many copies of their company's policy on this issue. So I apologize for this quick and wrong letter that I sent out to you. Now I ask that you all pass this email around to everyone you passed the last one to. Thank you very much for understanding about this. Howard C. Wright Sgt USMC 1st Force Rcon Co 1st Plt PLT RTO
A real example of the eRumor as it has appeared on the Internet:
Subject: Starbucks Dear everyone: Please pass this along to anyone you know, this needs to get
out in the open. Recently Marines over in Iraq supporting this country in OIF
wrote to Starbucks because they wanted ! to let them know how much they
liked their coffee and try to score some free coffee grounds. Starbucks wrote
back telling the Marines thanks for their support in their business, but that
they don't support the War and anyone in it and that they won't send them the
Coffee.
So as not to offend them we should not support in buying any Starbucks
products. As a War vet and writing to you patriots I feel we should get this out
in the open. I know this War might not be very popular with some folks, but
that doesn't mean we don't support the boys on the ground fighting street to
street and house to house for what they and I believe is right. If you feel the
same as I do then pass this along, or you can discard it and I'll never
know. Thanks very much for your support to me, and I know you'll all be there
again here soon when I deploy once more. Semper Fidelis, Sgt Howard C. Wright
1st Force Recon Co
1st Plt PLT RTO Thank you!
Why did Woodrow Wilson send troops into Mexico in 1916?
- Faulty intelligence reports stating that Germany was supplying Mexico with weapons to attack the US (see Invasion of Veracruz).
- Pancho Villa's attack on Columbus, New Mexico (see Punitive Expedition).
Starbucks has nearly 100 registered trademarks, but the most familiar is their mermaid logo.
Are there vegan options at Starbucks?
yeah, as long as it's tea or it's a latte with soy milk or whatever. just make sure not to get foam or whipped cream on it.
Please see the related links for information on vegan items at Starbucks. This list is current as of 8/14/12.
Do Owed taxes have an effect on unemployment check?
yes, because everyone needs to be responsible on paying their taxes.
What are Starbucks intangible properties?
Intangible properties are the properties which can be carried on or move on they are fix in physical state.
How much is a box of joe at Starbucks?
A box of coffee at Dunkin' Donuts typically costs around $12.99. Depending on the type of coffee and size, the price may vary. Here is a list of the different types of coffee they offer and their respective prices:
- Original Blend: $12.99
- French Vanilla: $12.99
- Caramel: $12.99
- Hazelnut: $12.99
- Decaf: $12.99
The box of coffee comes in 12oz, 16oz, and 20oz sizes, with the 12oz being the least expensive and the 20oz being the most expensive. Additionally, the prices may vary depending on the location.
What is a John F. Kennedy in Starbucks jargon?
JFK refers to coffee with 3 shots of espresso. Conversely, a Black Eye is a coffee containing 2 shots of espresso, and a single shot is a Red Eye.
If you don't want to be morbid, another term for a 3 shot in black is the Green Eye.
How many Starbucks in Turlock?
Six, none in town. They are all on the outskirts of town. See the link for details.
Why information system are essential to business?
Information system are essential to business for various reasons. Such systems are used for data analysis and evaluation which will help a business in making critical decisions and strategic plans among other things.
How does Starbucks create brand equity?
a. Starbucks deals with brand equity by always taking the future into account. By this I mean that they switched from selling coffee beans and equipment to being a coffeehouse which got everything started. As you look at them today, they are always focusing strictly on the customer and their point of views by getting customer feedback and reactions so they know if certain trends are dying off or coming about to try and not only continue in satisfying customers around the world but making sure they are staying on top of the competition. b. Starbucks deals with customer equity by having highly trained as well as skilled employees. By training an employee in correctly they will know how to do their job in a fast and efficient manner impressing customers who go there for the convenience. By having employees that are skilled with customer service, they will also be able get on a more personal and friendly level with them in which they can please customers as well. c. Starbucks deals with brand positioning by continuing to focus on the customer and his/her point of views. They position themselves by appealing to adults of all ages, whether it might be the convenience factor for men and women who are on the go, to men and women who want to meet up in a social environment, or even an older population with the calm and ambient atmosphere that Starbucks has to offer. a. Starbucks deals with brand equity by always taking the future into account. By this I mean that they switched from selling coffee beans and equipment to being a coffeehouse which got everything started. As you look at them today, they are always focusing strictly on the customer and their point of views by getting customer feedback and reactions so they know if certain trends are dying off or coming about to try and not only continue in satisfying customers around the world but making sure they are staying on top of the competition. b.Starbucks deals with customer equity by having highly trained as well as skilled employees. By training an employee in correctly they will know how to do their job in a fast and efficient manner impressing customers who go there for the convenience. By having employees that are skilled with customer service, they will also be able get on a more personal and friendly level with them in which they can please customers as well. c. Starbucks deals with brand positioning by continuing to focus on the customer and his/her point of views. They position themselves by appealing to adults of all ages, whether it might be the convenience factor for men and women who are on the go, to men and women who want to meet up in a social environment, or even an older population with the calm and ambient atmosphere that Starbucks has to offer.
Letter of requesting issuance of certificate of training?
A letter that requests the issuing of a certificate for training, should include when the training was completed. It should also contain who the certificate is issued for and when it will be available.
Have you ever visited a Starbucks location?
yes i have. Starbucks is an expensive drink but is well worth it. they are MUCH better than dunkin, and they taste better to. i love how they don't just have hard chairs and some tables, they have soft chairs, and tables. it just a great place!!!
