The Grind - a coffee shop with a conscience

A project in Boston, MA by Raul Fernandez and Austin Ashe
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A unique coffee shop and social business concept, with all profits supporting innovative programs in local communities.
Backers: 152
Average Pledge Per Backer: $64

Funded: $9,737 of $30,000
Dates: Oct 20th -> Nov 21st (33 days)
Project By: Raul Fernandez and Austin Ashe
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Latest News

Next Steps...

November 21st - via: kickstarter.com
As the Kickstarter side of this campaign comes to a close, we'd like to thank you for your pledges of support. While it doesn't appear that we'll reach our goal (which we admit was over-ambitious), we did get $9,000+ in pledges from nearly 150 people... (Read More)

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November 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks for pledging your support for our project. You were "in" from the very beginning, and we won't forget that! As the campaign continues, there's one more way that you can help us out, and it won't cost you a dollar.  In fact, all it takes is a... (Read More)

100+ Backers and a New Perk!

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
We're really starting to build some momentum now, with 100+ backers and nearly $7k in pledges! But we've got even better news – a new perk! Thanks to our friends at Boston Calling (www.bostoncalling.com), we've added a new $250 reward level that... (Read More)

New Perk!

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
With 70 backers and more than $5k in pledges, we're off to a great start. And we're excited to announce that we've added a "Student Special" perk – give just 10 bucks and you'll get a delicious coffee and a pastry. Be sure to share this with the... (Read More)

First 50 backers!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
We're at 50 backers, and counting! Thanks for getting this campaign off the ground. You can help us out even more by leaving a comment, and spreading the word to your friends through Twitter and Facebook. Also, be sure to join our newsletter for... (Read More)

Two Area Academics are Trying to Brew Up Social Good with a New Coffee Shop

October 21st - via: bostinno.streetwise.co
BOSTON, MA - At The Grind near Boston University, a cup of coffee will go toward supporting a community in need. (Read More)

Here we go...

October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
It's alive! Years of contemplating how we can make a difference in this world has led to this. We're equal parts nervous and excited, but with you're support, we're going to get this done. It's time to grind!  (Read More)

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