Slow Food Coffee Coalition Partners
Together for good, clean and fair coffee
At the heart of the Slow Food Coffee Coalition lies a passionate commitment to sustainability, ethics, and the preservation of diverse coffee cultures worldwide. We believe that every sip of coffee should tell a story of respect for the environment, fairness for farmers, and celebration of cultural heritage. However, achieving this vision requires more than just words; it demands action and collaboration.
Our Partners
The Slow Food Coffee Coalition blossoms also thanks to the diverse and generous support of all partners. Each contribution, whether financial, in-kind, or project-specific, fuels its mission to create a sustainable, equitable, and culturally rich coffee industry. By standing with the Coffee Coalition, partners become integral players in driving positive change, fostering community empowerment, and preserving the unique traditions that make coffee more than just a commodity.
Below, we highlight the various types of support and the incredible impact our partners help us achieve.
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Partners
Financial contributions provide the foundation for Coffee Coalition’s impactful projects and initiatives. Together, we can drive meaningful change in different areas
Main Partners
Lavazza Foundation
As a founder partner of the Slow Food Coffee Coalition, Lavazza Foundation plays a significant role in supporting sustainable coffee practices, bringing its heritage and expertise to the our mission of promoting good, clean and fair coffee for all.
Slow Food and Lavazza Foundation are working to raise awareness about the importance of quality coffee, the preservation of traditional coffee-growing techniques, and the empowerment of coffee farming communities.
Together, they work toward creating a more sustainable and equitable coffee industry, where the rich, earthy flavors of coffee go hand in hand with social and environmental responsibility.
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De Longhi
De’Longhi’s dedication to preserving the integrity of the entire coffee value chain has fostered a strong partnership with the Slow Food Coffee Coalition which centres on promoting a sustainable approach to coffee production and consumption.
By joining forces with the Slow Food network in 2022, De’Longhi plays a significant part in supporting a more transparent and ethical coffee industry.
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Sweet Coffee Italia
Sweet Coffee Italia is dedicated to revolutionizing traditional coffee roasting methods by offering a sustainable alternative that maintains high production standards while reducing energy costs. Environmental sustainability is at the core of their mission, as they strive to preserve natural resources for future generations. Their innovative Gemma IND electric roaster line boasts near-zero emissions, marking a significant step towards the ecological energy transition. The research project for the innovation and subsequent application of the electromagnetic induction system required 8 years, demonstrating Sweet Coffee Italia’s commitment to developing cutting-edge technology that aligns with their sustainability goals. By minimizing environmental impact and promoting an eco-friendly approach to coffee roasting, Sweet Coffee Italia is contributing to a more sustainable future.
For the Slow Food Coffee Coalition, in 2024, Sweet Coffee Italia plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission through a multifaceted support. They support the Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) certification process, helping to integrate new communities while bolstering the work done over the past two years to achieve complete self-sufficiency for these communities. Moreover, Sweet Coffee Italia ensures that coffee growers from Slow Food communities in the Global South can attend and participate in international events, fostering knowledge exchange and global collaboration. Their support also extends to enhancing educational outreach by developing materials and activities to be disseminated across the Slow Food network and beyond, promoting sustainable coffee practices. A key area of their contribution is the improvement of the Blockchain traceability system. Sweet Coffee Italia aims to extend this technology to all Coffee Coalition batches as quickly as possible. From 2024, this advanced traceability system will be provided for free to roasters joining the Coalition. Through these comprehensive efforts, Sweet Coffee Italia is instrumental in fostering growth, sustainability, and self-sufficiency within the global coffee community.
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In-Kind Donors
Non-monetary contributions play a crucial role in strengthening Coffee Coalition’s capacity to make a positive impact. Whether through equipment, expertise, or resources, support helps us advance the mission.
Center For Circular Economy in Coffee
The center for circular economy in coffee is a pre-competitive platform aiming at accelerating the circular transition in the coffee supply chain, promoting its principles, supporting innovation, and developing good practices related to circular economy in the global coffee industry. Founded by a network of partners like Giuseppe e Pericle Lavazza Foundation, Politecnico di Torino, University of Gastronomic Sciences (Pollenzo, Italy), International Coffee Organization (ICO), International Trade Centre (ITC) and United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the center is now open to all player in the supply chain who can contribute and benefit in its platform, starting from coffee growers and along all the member of the long coffee supply chain. Since 2024, the Slow Food Coffee Coalition is officially part of it to support good practices and share knowledge bewteen the Center and its members about circularity.
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Project-Specific Supporters
Targeted support for specific initiatives enables the Coffee Coalition to address pressing challenges and seize opportunities in the coffee sector. Join us in making a tangible difference through our own projects.
Why Support SFCC?
Partners play a crucial role in confronting the challenges we face. The only way we can achieve lasting change is through concerted cooperation. That’s why we partner with conscientious companies that help us make a difference.
In particular, the support for the Coffee Coalition is not merely a gesture; it’s a vital investment in a better future for coffee communities and the planet. By aligning with SFCC, you are:
- Driving Positive Change: Your partnership fuels SFCC’s initiatives aimed at promoting biodiversity, empowering farmers, and fostering equitable trade practices within the coffee industry.
- Preserving Cultural Heritage: SFCC celebrates the rich tapestry of coffee cultures worldwide. Your support helps safeguard traditional coffee-growing methods, indigenous knowledge, and culinary diversity.
- Ensuring Sustainability: Through SFCC, you contribute to the development of sustainable farming practices, mitigating environmental degradation, and combating climate change’s adverse effects on coffee-growing regions.
A partnership with the Coffee Coalition is a testament to your commitment to sustainability, equity, and cultural preservation in the global coffee community.
Together, we can create a world where every cup of coffee tells a story of resilience, respect, and shared prosperity.
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