FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A few questions we thought you may be wondering. If you have a question that isn't addressed here, please click "Contact Us" at the bottom of this page and we will be happy to help you.
"What is the Cauzal Effect?"
The Cauzal Effect is a global movement of generous and responsible living to benefit people in need. By making incremental changes in our consumer habits (like drinking Cauzal Coffee instead of the "other brand"), we can make a significant impact in the lives of our brothers and sisters around the world. Hear the powerful stories of changed lives at our "Cauzal Effect" page.
"How much difference can my coffee purchase really make?"
Your standard two-bag order of Cauzal Coffee contributes $6.00 to humanitarian aid. Considering that nearly half the world’s population survives on less than $2.00 a day, that’s three days’ wages in aid for people in dire need! Over the course of a year, drinking two big cups of coffee a day, you could direct $140 to a worthy Cauze of your choice. Now that's great coffee!
Ways to maximize your role in the Cauzal Effect include: Signing up for "Recurring Delivery"; Starting a MyCauze or OurCauze fundraiser; and spreading the word about Cauzal to your friends and family by using Tell-a-Friend, by posting our Web link on your FaceBook, MySpace, or blog, and by good old-fashioned conversation.
"What nonprofit organizations does Cauzal give to?"
We currently have four NPOs that are connected with our main Cauzes as follows: Compassion (HIV/AIDS), World Vision (Water), International Justice Mission (Human Trafficking), and Children’s Hunger Fund (Hunger). Read their organizational profiles and hear true stories about the aid work they're doing at the "Cauzal Effect" page.
"Can Cauzal help me raise funds for a different humanitarian Cauze?"
Yes! With MyCauze and OurCauze fundraising programs, you can raise support for local or global Cauzes. Discover how to apply for a fundraising account by visiting our "Fundraising" page.
"What specific coffee blends are available?"
We currently offer six blends and varietals, with organic, shade grown, and Farm Friendly Direct™ (FFD) options available. Our Light-Medium Roast is Horizon’s Dawn (Indonesian & Central American, FFD); Medium Roasts include Hope Rising (Central American, FFD) and Laughing Water (a varietal from Papua New Guinea, FFD); Bold Roast is Dancing Child (Central American & Indonesian, organic & shade grown); Extra-Bold Roast is Harvest Promise (Indonesian &Central American, FFD); and our Medium Roast Decaffeinated offering is Sanctuary Song.
Visit our Virtual "Coffee Shop" for coffee profiles and purchasing details. We’ll even help you select a blend at "Discover Your Favorite." Look for additional organic offerings and an espresso blend coming soon!
"What is Farm Friendly Direct™?"
Farm Friendly Direct (FFD) is a sourcing program that partners our roaster directly with coffee farmers, to pay them a good price (currently 35% higher than Fair Trade prices!) for their coffee and to benefit their communities. Discover more about this innovative program by visiting our "Coffee Shop" and click on "Responsible Sourcing" to learn more about FFD, as well as our other sustainable business practices.