One Cup of Porridge: 20,000 Bright Starts

A warm, fortified cup of porridge helps children on the tea gardens start their school day ready to learn. SUKI TEA is aiming to provide 20,000 cups this year—and you can help us get there.

£416.0 Total of 8320.0 cups of porridge

Target: 20000 cups (42%)

Select Amount:

£0.50 makes 10 cups

RECOMMENDED £1.00 makes 20 cups

£5.00 makes 100 cups

About the Campaign:

Kids don’t tend to drink tea, but here in SUKI HQ we are constantly reminded of the expanding root system of our trade with tea gardens across the globe and the families we work with as we live and breathe alongside these communities, every time we think about a cup of tea. The children, at the heart of these tea communities, are the focus of TEA KIDS— making a positive impact beyond 'Big Leaf Big Flavour' tea.

We’re proud to announce project TEA KIDS, our charitable initiative focused on providing fortified nourishment towards a better future, helping children in tea-growing communities for a fairer world. We are committed to making the UN Sustainable Development Goals a reality.

SDG1nopoverty #SDG2zerohunger #SDG3 goodhealthandwellbeing #SDG4qualityeducation #SDG5genderequality

Let us introduce you to the heart-warming One Cup of Porridge project and how choosing SUKI does better for the tea community.

The One Cup of Porridge Project:

‘Every child is born with a curiosity about the world around them, but they need the right balance of support to help them learn and to grow. Above all, children need roots of learning in place so that they can thrive and flourish’ - Annie.

Every time you choose SUKI TEA you are helping us donate to Tea KidsTM ‘One Cup of Porridge’ program, providing pre-school tea kid children with a fortified cup of porridge, 'breakfast in a cup', in a safe and nutritious learning environment. And in turn, enabling their parents to work, especially mothers, knowing their children are in a place where their ‘roots’ of learning can happily, and safely, grow. To date, our donations have provided over 100,000 cups.

One Cup of Porridge project is based in Rwanda, one of our most esteemed tea gardens we regularly source from. Through this initiative, we support local organisations in tea-growing regions to provide 'breakfast in a cup' to children in a pre-school environment. This vital nutrition helps support healthy development and fuels their dreams. The TEA KIDS goal is to expand projects like One Cup further afield to other tea gardens and growing regions that we have worked closely with for decades in our sourcing.

In tea-growing areas, communities face socio-economic challenges, and children often bear the brunt of food insecurity. By supporting TEA KIDS and the One Cup of Porridge project, we directly address this issue. Together, we strive to make a positive impact, ensuring that children have access to a nutritious meal, fuelling their potential for a brighter future.

Choosing SUKI Does Better:

When you choose SUKI TEA, you actively contribute to the well-being of the tea community. By supporting our brand, you join us in our commitment to ethical sourcing, fairly traded goods, and sustainability. We work directly with tea farmers, ensuring fair wages and supporting environmentally friendly practices. With SUKI, you make a conscious choice that does better for the tea whole community.

Empowering Tea Farmers:

SUKI TEA believes in empowering tea farmers and promoting social progress. Through fair trade practices, we build strong, sustainable partnerships, fostering long-term relationships based on mutual respect. By choosing SUKI, you become part of this journey, positively impacting the lives of tea farmers and their families. Together, we can create a more equitable tea industry.

We operate day to day aspiring to grow a community dedicated to making a difference. Your simple act of enjoying a cup of tea transcends boundaries, creating positive change and supporting the well-being of children in tea-growing communities. Together, let's raise our cups and spread the message of a brighter and more equitable future for all.

Thanks, maybe next time

TOP TIPS FOR CAFE OWNERS. CAFFE CULTURE 2024 INSIGHT.

Top Tips for Café Owners: Elevate Your Tea Offerings

On our return from Caffe Culture Show in London we've consolidated industry tips for getting the most out of your tea offer . . . . .

List Each Tea Individually on Your Menu

Avoid Generic Labels: Instead of grouping all teas under a generic 'Speciality Teas' category, list each tea variety separately.
Enhance Visibility: Specific listings make it easier for customers to see what you offer, reducing barriers to purchase.
Include Descriptions: Add brief, enticing descriptions or tasting notes for each tea to pique interest and inform choices.

Educate and Train Your Staff

Knowledge is Key: Ensure your team is well-versed in the teas you serve so they can confidently answer questions and make recommendations.
Host Tasting Sessions: Regular staff tastings can improve their understanding and enthusiasm for the products.

Highlight Tea Pairings

Food and Tea Matches: Suggest complementary food items that pair well with specific teas.
Promote Matcha and Other Trends: Feature popular options like Matcha lattes prominently to attract customers seeking the latest trends.

Optimise Menu Placement

Strategic Positioning: Place your tea menu where it's easily visible—both in-store and online. (Order SUKI window decals here)
Use Visual Aids: Incorporate images or illustrations to make the menu more engaging.

Offer Customization Options

Personalise Beverages: Allow customers to choose milk alternatives, sweeteners, or add-ins to tailor their tea experience.
Seasonal Specials: Introduce limited-time or seasonal teas to keep the menu fresh and exciting. (Spiced Pumpkin Pie)

Promote Ethical and Quality Choices

Highlight Ethics: If you offer ethically sourced or organic teas (Such as SUKI), make sure this is clear to appeal to socially conscious consumers.
Showcase Quality: Emphasise the quality of your teas to differentiate from competitors.