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Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Whether it’s part of a morning routine or helps boost a slow afternoon, coffee is beloved by many. So if you’re looking for a perfect gift this holiday season, coffee gifts are a safe bet for many of your friends and family! Discover eight unique ideas for gifts this season, and see how you can give back through your holiday gifts. 8 Coffee Gifts for the People in Your Life We’re making gift shopping that much easier this holiday season. Whether you have a coffee connoisseur in your life...

Every morning, many people around the world begin their day the same way—with a hot (or iced) cup of coffee. Whether on their way to work or as they begin their morning routine, coffee has become a staple in thousands, if not millions, of homes. But have you ever wondered what it takes to make coffee? How this process could impact our environment? If so, you’re not alone. Many people are becoming aware of the environmental impact of their day-to-day lives, and coffee is just one part of this. Luckily, investing in sustainable coffee is a great way to protect...

In October, 2024, I (Joe Koenig, Founder) had the opportunity to visit Bolivia with my 16 year old son. The purpose of our visit was to see a completed project, funded by Three Avocados, in Potosí, Bolivia.  We began our journey in St. Louis, with a flight to Houston, then to Panama, and on to Santa Cruz, Bolivia. We stayed overnight in Santa Cruz, which is a very warm, tropical climate. The next morning, we were up early and off to the airport to catch a flight to Sucre, Bolivia. Sucre sits at 9,154ft above sea level. We planned a...

As you may know, today is World Water Day. This year, I'm sending a different message than years past. Usually, it's a reminder to buy some coffee to help provide clean drinking water for those in developing countries. But this year, it's a request to make a donation for clean water.Over the past year, due to the pandemic, numerous of our partners have been limited in travel and unable start new projects. As they are beginning to travel, numerous urgent needs are arising, and our partners are reaching out to see if Three Avocados is able to provide funding. While...

World Water Day feels quite a bit different this year. The world is in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous countries are under strict lockdown, numerous U.S. cities are under stay-at-home orders, and the news doesn’t seem to be getting better. To be honest with you, I struggled with what to do to celebrate World Water Day. It almost feels inappropriate to celebrate anything right now. It almost feels inappropriate to point attention at the population of the world that lacks access to clean drinking water (there’s 785 million of them, by the way). As I reflect on what...