Dutch Bros – Giving Back (Product Donations Only)
In-Kind Coffee & Product Donations for Community Events, Youth Programs & Local Causes
Organization: Dutch Bros Coffee
About the Funder
Dutch Bros Coffee is known for its strong commitment to local communities and grassroots engagement. Through its Giving Back program, Dutch Bros supports nonprofits, schools, and community organizations by providing product-related donations—not monetary funding—to help enhance local events and charitable activities.
Support is focused on community connection, youth engagement, and causes that positively impact the neighborhoods where Dutch Bros shops operate.
What This Program Supports
Dutch Bros provides in-kind, product-related donations, which may include:
Eligible Product Support
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Coffee and beverage products
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Drink cards or vouchers
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Product support for fundraising or community events
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Donations to support raffles, auctions, or community gatherings
These donations are commonly used to:
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Support local fundraisers
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Enhance community events
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Engage volunteers and attendees
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Raise awareness for nonprofit causes
⚠️ Important: Dutch Bros does not provide monetary donations.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants typically include:
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501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
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Schools, PTAs, and youth-serving organizations
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Community groups and civic organizations
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First responder and service organizations
Organizations must:
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Serve a community where Dutch Bros Coffee has a physical location
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Be requesting product-related support only
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Be hosting an event or activity with clear community benefit
Not typically supported:
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Cash grant requests
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Individuals or personal fundraisers
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Political or lobbying activities
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Organizations outside Dutch Bros service areas
Funding Amounts
Because support is in-kind only, there are no cash award amounts.
The value and type of product donation depend on:
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Event size and type
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Store capacity
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Community alignment
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Availability of products
Deadline
📅 Requests must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event date.
Late submissions are unlikely to be considered.
Geographic Focus
Product donations are available only in communities where Dutch Bros Coffee shops operate, including many locations across:
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West Coast
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Southwest
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Mountain West
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South & Southeast
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Select Midwest and Eastern markets
Requests outside active Dutch Bros markets are not eligible.
Application Process
To request a product donation from Dutch Bros:
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Visit the Giving Back page
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Select the Product Donation Request option
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Complete the online form with:
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Organization information
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Event description and date
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Type of product requested
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Location of the event
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Expected community impact
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Submit the request at least 30 days before the event
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
Ideal for organizations that:
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Need coffee or beverage support for an event
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Are hosting local fundraisers, school events, or community gatherings
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Operate in a Dutch Bros market
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Can leverage in-kind donations for raffles, thank-you gifts, or event engagement
This is especially useful for schools, youth programs, nonprofits, first responders, and community event organizers.
Apply here: Link to Application
