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On the Ground Update Feb 2026: Pre-financing Coffee in Bolivia
On the Ground Update Feb 2026: Pre-financing Coffee in Bolivia
Higher Grounds' and On the Ground’s pre-financing program offers short‑term loans to cooperatives so they can pay farmers immediately for their delivered crop. Read more...
WRC Blend for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
WRC Blend for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month—a time to listen, to act, and to stand with survivors. We’re honored to partner with the Women’s Resource Center and help amplify the critical... Read more...
What is a Latte Art Throwdown, Anyway?
What is a Latte Art Throwdown, Anyway?
Colloquially also called a “barista jam” by some, a latte art throwdown is a way for local baristas to showcase their skills honed by hours behind the bar, pouring steamed... Read more...
Compassion in Times of Conflict - Finding Solidarity
“Solidarity with Palestine” means to us that we are with the two million(ish) innocent people in one of the most densely populated areas on earth being unjustly cut off from basic needs to survive and indiscriminately slaughtered. Just as Palestine has a right to exist, so too does Israel.  We do not stand with Hamas; we are with the people, as we are anywhere in this world where injustice and violence faces them.  All innocent lives have equal value. Love knows no vengeance. War strategies can come in many forms,... Read more...
Introducing the Learning Lab
Introducing the Learning Lab
The Higher Grounds Coffee Learning Lab is a platform for food and beverage professionals, within our company and beyond, to engage more deeply with their work, learning valuable sensory and preparation skills... Read more...
We're Teaming Up with Jail Guitar Doors to Bring Rehabilitative Music Programming to Michigan Prisons
We're Teaming Up with Jail Guitar Doors to Bring Rehabilitative Music Programming to Michigan Prisons
Music has the power to transform perspective and transcend one’s own experience, connecting us to a broader human experience, providing us comfort and an opportunity for reflection at times when... Read more...
Harbor Blend: Safety, Shelter and Hope for those in Need
Harbor Blend: Safety, Shelter and Hope for those in Need
Safe Harbor offers safe shelter, love, dignity, and encouragement to people experiencing homelessness, relating to guests with love, empathy and encouragement.  Read more...
Buying the Perfect Gifts for Specialty Coffee Lovers
Buying the Perfect Gifts for Specialty Coffee Lovers
Whether big or small, a festive gift is a simple way of reminding your loved ones that you’re thinking of them.  Read more...
New Brew Gear from Fellow: Sleek Form, Classic Function
New Brew Gear from Fellow: Sleek Form, Classic Function
Higher Grounds is proud to announce that we will now be carrying top of the line coffee gear from Fellow. Our starting product range will include:  The “Raven” Stovetop Kettle ... Read more...
Partner Highlight: Northern Michigan for Veterans
Partner Highlight: Northern Michigan for Veterans
Northern Michigan for Veterans aims to ensure that northern Michigan fulfills its tradition of service and commitment to all veterans and their families.  Read more...
We're Teaming up to Support our Veterans
We're Teaming up to Support our Veterans
Higher Grounds has launched a new coffee blend “Bold Glory” in partnership with the Northern Michigan for Veterans (NMV) organization. Read more...
Higher Grounds and May Erlewine Present “Shine On”
Higher Grounds and May Erlewine Present “Shine On”
Is there any better way to wake up in the morning than to the aroma of a perfect cup of coffee with the backdrop of your favorite song? Throughout history,... Read more...