FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT COFFEE FUNDRAISING
Are there any fees, minimum commitments, or requirements to purchase coffee up front?
No minimums or upfront costs for order form sales. Generally orders are taken first from supporters and then delivered by your members, BUT we do support “show and sell” (product‐in‐hand sales) and can guide you as to what to order for this purpose. Then, shipping is free for both order form sales and show and sells for 100+ items delivered to a commercial address (school, church, non-residential biz).
How much can we expect to make?
Order form sales render the biggest fundraising dollars at 40% profit and with webstore sales you receive 25% profit on most items. Check out our order form sale profit estimator on our learn page
How long after we place our group order do we receive our coffee?
About 7-14 business days for you to receive the products. (2-10 days for store orders)
Is there a shipping cost?
FREE shipping on order form orders for 100+ items delivered to a church, school or non-residential business. There is a surcharge for residential delivery of $5.00 per box (50 items per box).
How does your pricing compare?
Giving Bean coffee offers exceptional quality and value as a fundraising product. Comparable coffees (freshness being the exception) can be found at fine coffee shops. Our price includes custom labels, fresh roasting, and 40% profit for your group. We believe in delivering excellent quality at a fair value, enticing your supporters to return for more. That’s what we’re all about!
How do we figure out how much we earned from our fundraiser?
This is all done for you, down to the seller level. You’ll get a report with your invoice telling you who sold what and how much they raised.
Do you do 'Show and Sells'?
Yes, we do! You can order anything you’d like ahead of time and make 40% profit just like a traditional fundraiser. Any products you have left over can be used to fulfill your traditional order form sales. Our fundraising support people can advise you on the best selection/mix of items. We now accept cards for show and sells without a fee and therefore require payment for them up front.
You offer customized labels, what can I put on them?
You put whatever you want on your labels! Your group’s logo will look great on the labels. To ensure you get what you want on your label please email us your logo or image as either a PNG, JPEG, or PDF. Something to keep in mind when selecting your logo or image for the label is that the image will go on our label that has a white background.
I'd like to try your coffee before commiting, does Giving Bean offer samples?
Yes, we can mail to you a 2 oz (enough coffee for a couple of pots) sample of our most popular flavor, Sunrise Breakfast Blend! If you would like us to mail you the 2 oz sample, please request a brochure online and let us know in the comments section of the form. Please also provide an address to mail the sample.
STARTING YOUR FUNDRAISER
How soon can I start?
Immediately! Just register at givingbean.com/getstarted and tell us when you would like to distribute the order forms (start date) and end date (when you’d like to conclude in‐person selling). Webstore fundraising will be activated automatically, and you’ll receive a special link to a web page for your group.
I signed up for a fundraiser, now what?
You will be sent a series of emails with detailed instructions within 24-72 hours or less on what to do next!
What else do I have to do?
Having a plan to get your group out to sell is very important. Objectives and incentives for sellers do work when done properly. We will give you some ideas. Selling time?…We suggest 2‐4 weeks. Everything else is ready, (forms, selling instructions, order system, fulfillment, and reporting).
How do I get order forms?
We always try to send the order forms out to you right away once you confirm the amount you need. After that it will take a few days to a week to receive your order forms in the mail. If you are on a time crunch for starting your Giving Bean fundraiser we will send you a link to our digital order form as well as a PDF file of our paper order form so you can print out the order forms yourself and start right away!
ABOUT OUR PRODUCTS
What does your coffee taste like?
We’re a small batch roaster serving coffee fanatics that insist on the freshest and finest. Our main three blends range in profile from medium roast “bright” to darker roast “full‐body.” We also have many single origin coffees that have subtle profile differences. If your group is interested please request a sample!
Do you have ground and whole bean?
Yes, both are available! We also have k-kups!
Do you have k-kups?
Yes!
Do your k-kups work in my k-kup machine?
Our k-kups are compatible with all standard single serve cup brewing machines, including keurig 2.0.
When does my coffee expire?
All moisture is removed from the coffee beans during the roasting process, so your coffee can never really ‘go bad.’ A sealed bag of coffee can pretty much last forever, once you open the bag quality and freshness decrease.
When does my tea expire?
If you keep the tea in a sealed bag in a cool dry place it’s good for two years.
Does coffee and tea make a good gift?
It sure does! Our high quality coffee or tea makes the perfect gift for any occasion and is something everyone loves (as long as they drink coffee or tea).
Do you have all-natural products?
Giving bean is committed to bringing you the most natural products we can. All of our cocoa and chai as well as shortbread and biscotti recipes are made with all natural ingredients.
Do you have espresso?
Espresso refers to the method of brewing and grind of coffee rather than the type of coffee bean. The roast commonly used for espresso is a dark roast or french roast so we recommend using any of our dark roast coffees.
What is the best flavor/kind of coffee for iced coffee? What is the best kind of tea for iced tea?
All of our coffees and teas are great iced. Some of our favorites are Caramel Creme, French Vanilla, Ethiopian Harar, and Sunrise Breakfast. Teas: Red Berry, Paradise Passion, and Green Tea Mango. You can also try our Cold Brew Pouches, perfect for crafting you at home brew.
Do you have monthly subscriptions?
Yes, we do! We will deliver fresh coffee to your home of office every 4, 6 or 8 weeks and this subscription will provide consistent support to your cause! Visit our store to sign up.
How many cups does one bag of coffee make?
A 12oz bag makes 36-42 cups depending on how strong you like your coffee!
How many cups does one bag of tea make?
Our bags of tea have a lot of tea in them – 4oz makes about 50-60 cups.
How many cups does one bag of cocoa or chai make?
Each 12oz bag makes about 8-12 cups depending on how you’d like it to taste. We suggest 2-4 tablespoons of dry mix per cup.
ECO-FRIENDLINESS & SUSTAINABILITY
Is our coffee roasting green?
Giving Bean utilizes a state-of-the-art Loring Roaster, an innovative system that reduces fuel consumption by up to 80% while eliminating smoke and odor—without the need for an external afterburner or filtration. This cutting-edge technology not only enhances the quality of our coffee but also significantly reduces our carbon footprint. By increasing energy efficiency, our Loring Roaster helps lower operating costs while supporting a more sustainable and environmentally responsible roasting process.
Do you recycle?
Giving Bean is committed to sustainability. We recycle all eligible materials and even compost our coffee chaff, a natural byproduct of roasted coffee beans, which serves as an excellent soil enhancer for vegetable and flower gardens.
To further minimize waste, we often utilize clean, repurposed filler, bubble wrap, and other packing materials, though we generally do not reuse boxes. Additionally, we offer reusable products, such as K-Cup filters and tea infusers, to help our coffee and tea-loving customers reduce waste and promote eco-friendly habits.