California Wildfires: Dutch Bros Raises Money For Nonprofits

PARADISE, CA — Dutch Bros for the next week will accept no-purchase-necessary donations at all its coffee stands to help relieve Paradise, California residents affected by the massively destructive and still-burning Camp Fire. If Dutch Bros customers can raise at least $150,000 across more than 325 locations in seven states, the company has vowed to match the amount and distribute all $300,000 to local nonprofits directly serving the fire's victims.

Since it ignited the morning of Nov. 8, the Camp Fire has caused the deaths of 44 people — reportedly making it the deadliest in state history. As of Nov. 13, the fire had destroyed more than 125,000 acres, including most the town of Paradise, and was only 30 percent contained.

"The California wildfires are devastating for our employees, customers and communities," Dutch Bros co-founder and CEO Travis Boersma said in a statement. "Matching donations is one of several steps we'll be taking to help support the communities we love as they begin the process of rebuilding."

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From Tuesday, Nov. 13, through Monday, Nov. 19, Dutch Bros will offer customers and non-customers alike an opportunity to donate at the coffee stands' service windows. The donations will be distributed to nonprofits that include United Way of Northern California, the Salvation Army, and North Valley Community Foundation, a company spokesperson said.

Dutch Bros can be found in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. To find the Dutch Bros nearest you, visit DutchBros.com/Locations.

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