Dancing Goats® Coffee – Corporate Giving Program

Charitable Contributions, Sponsorships, In-Kind Giving, and Volunteer Support for Local Communities

Dancing Goats® Coffee’s Corporate Giving Program supports local agencies and nonprofit organizations that provide needed services in the communities where the company operates. The program reflects Dancing Goats® Coffee’s role as a social purpose corporation and its commitment to creating a positive impact on society and the environment.

Organization: Dancing Goats® Coffee
Support Type: Charitable contributions, sponsorships, in-kind donations, volunteer support
Geographic Focus: Communities where Dancing Goats® Coffee operates, with a strong local connection to Atlanta and surrounding communities

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About the Funder

Dancing Goats® Coffee is a social purpose corporation with a stated commitment to creating a material positive impact on society and the environment. Through its Corporate Giving Program, the company gives back to the communities where its employees live and work by supporting nonprofit organizations, community initiatives, and local programs.

What This Program Supports

Dancing Goats® Coffee’s giving priorities are organized around four core focus areas:

Arts

Dancing Goats® Coffee recognizes the role of arts and culture in strengthening communities, supporting economic prosperity, attracting visitors, creating jobs, and broadening access to cultural resources.

Community

The company supports charitable organizations that help make local communities more livable and strengthen the places where Dancing Goats® Coffee employees live and work.

Education

Dancing Goats® Coffee supports programs that help young people build life skills, access educational resources, and prepare for future opportunities.

Environment, Conservation and Animal Welfare

The company supports programs that:

Protect air, land, and water resources in the communities where it operates
Preserve natural resources
Teach environmental stewardship to children and adults
Support animal welfare organizations, sanctuaries, or programs that protect and promote animal wellbeing

Eligible Support Types

Dancing Goats® Coffee supports local organizations through several forms of giving, including:

Charitable contributions to eligible nonprofit organizations
Corporate sponsorships
In-kind donations of product, equipment, facilities, technical resources, or volunteer support
Volunteer activities and community engagement

Eligibility & Preferences

Eligible applicants generally include:

Organizations approved by the IRS as 501(c)(3) charities
Government institutions
Organizations with programs or projects aligned with Dancing Goats® Coffee’s funding priorities
Organizations serving communities where Dancing Goats® Coffee operates

The company generally targets support to specific projects or programs that enhance the scope of services offered by an organization. Contributions are seldom used for administrative operating costs or capital campaigns.

Ineligible Requests

Dancing Goats® Coffee generally does not support:

Organizations without 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Religious organizations, unless the project benefits the broader community
Organizations with overhead budgets exceeding 30%
Endowments or debt-reduction campaigns
Anti-business groups
Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, creed, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, military status, or disability

Funding Amounts

Dancing Goats® Coffee does not publish standard award amounts. Support may vary depending on the type of request, community benefit, available resources, and alignment with the company’s giving priorities.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling / ongoing
📅 Recommended Lead Time: Requests should be submitted at least three weeks prior to an event or program
📅 Larger In-Kind Requests: Requests for 10+ pounds of coffee require at least two months of lead time

Application / Request Process

Requests must be submitted through Dancing Goats® Coffee’s online donation request process. Applicants should be prepared to provide organizational information, EIN / tax ID, 501(c)(3) status, program or event details, type of request, community served, estimated number of people served, and how the donation would support the program.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.dancinggoats.com/pages/donation-requests

Corporate Giving Guidelines:
➡️ https://www.dancinggoats.com/pages/corporate-giving-program

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity may be a strong fit for local nonprofit organizations that:

Serve communities connected to Dancing Goats® Coffee’s operations
Work in arts, community development, education, youth development, environmental stewardship, conservation, or animal welfare
Are seeking in-kind support, sponsorship, charitable contributions, or volunteer engagement
Can clearly demonstrate local community benefit

Dancing Goats® Coffee’s Corporate Giving Program is especially well suited for community-based organizations and local initiatives that align with the company’s commitment to responsible business, community service, and positive social impact.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling review
Typical Lead Time: Submit at least 3 weeks before the event or program; allow 2 months for requests involving 10+ pounds of coffee
Best Suited For: Local nonprofits and government institutions seeking community-focused support, especially in areas connected to Dancing Goats® Coffee’s operations