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Our World of Good Friends: Miret Bua, Sidama, Ethiopia
Our World of Good Friends: Miret Bua, Sidama, Ethiopia
We’ve come here to Fero’s administrative office—a basic room with one desk, papers neatly piled in the corner, a few shelves and informational posters on the walls—in the coffee farming... 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...
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...
All about Norte's Adventure Bike Club, Fueled by Coast
All about Norte's Adventure Bike Club, Fueled by Coast
Higher Grounds is proud to be the title sponsor of the Adventure Bike Club by Norte. We've been part of Norte's community as a Dynamo Business Champion for three years, and we're happy to... Read more...
World NGO Day
World NGO Day
Higher Grounds is fortunate to partner with amazing nonprofit partners who are working to make the world a better place for all people and our planet. 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...
May Erlewine: the Artist behind Shine On Blend
May Erlewine: the Artist behind Shine On Blend
"My name is May Erlewine, and I'm a songwriter, performer, and producer. I use my music to serve the community." Read more...
Meet Em, the Artist behind our New Travel Mug
Meet Em, the Artist behind our New Travel Mug
"The intimate and intentional way in which Higher Grounds sources coffee and fosters relationships with the farmers is something I view as really special and unique." --artist Em Randall 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...
Farm to School: Local Food for School Lunches
Farm to School: Local Food for School Lunches
Help us reach our goal of donating $5K to our partner Groundwork’s Farm to School Program! Now through December 15, Higher Grounds will donate $5 for every 12oz bag purchased of... Read more...
Virtual Events in the World of Coffee
Virtual Events in the World of Coffee
Engaging with customers and staying relevant in the industry is not always easy. However, through virtual events, coffee shops can ramp up their brand awareness and drive long-term engagement. Read more...
The Coffee + Music Connection
The Coffee + Music Connection
There’s no doubt that coffee and music make for an excellent pairing. A song you love can enhance the ritual of brewing coffee in the morning, or add to the... Read more...