Starbucks Launches $10 MN Global relief funds for Employees

Global café chain Starbucks has launched a $10 million global relief fund to support employees “facing extreme hardship” because of the coronavirus.

The Starbucks Global Partner Emergency Relief Fund provides one-time grants to workers at both company-operated and international licensed units.

The money will go to support funds in the US and Europe and will create a system for international Starbucks operations to set up their own funds, with coffee chain making an initial contribution.

Grants can be used to help with housing and utilities, sudden loss of housing, death of a family member, funeral expenses and other emergencies.

“As we navigate this global crisis, we never lose sight of the well-being of our employees,” shared Lucy Helm, Chief Partner Officer, Starbucks.

The statement also stated that during this very difficult time they believe it is their responsibility to create additional support to employees facing unexpected financial hardship wherever they are.