Coffee for right now.
Recycling for what’s next.
Showing up means doing things the right way. So, we’ve made it easier to recycle your used packaging by partnering with TerraCycle®, an innovative recycling company.
How much we've recycled, together.
6yrs
Partnering with TerraCycle®
Since 2020, we’ve partnered with TerraCycle® to help keep coffee packaging out of landfills.
5M
Coffee pods and bags recycled
Together, the Gaviña community has recycled more than 5 million used coffee pods and empty coffee bags.
1500x
The height of the Statue of Liberty
The total amount of recyled materials would stack roughly 1,500 times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
FAQs
How does the recycling program work?
The program enables you to easily recycle coffee pods and bags through our partnership with TerraCycle. Simply sign-up at www.terracycle.com, collect your coffee pods or bags, download a shipping label and ship your recyclables for free. You earn points for sending your pods or bags for recycling and can be redeemed for charitable donations to your selected charitable institution.
Who is TerraCycle? Why TerraCycle?
Founded 17 years ago, TerraCycle is a recycling company headquartered in New Jersey with operations in several countries around the world. TerraCycle offers a range of national, easy-to-use recycling platforms allowing everyone to #RecycleEverything, as well as Loop, a sustainable shopping experience moving the world away from single-use packaging.
What can I send in my box?
You can send Don Francisco’s Coffee single serve pods, espresso capsules and coffee bags for recycling. Collect and store your recyclables in a plastic bag. Be sure to tie or seal bag, and put in your box before mailing.
Can I use any box to ship my coffee pods or capsules?
Yes, you can use any corrugated box stable enough to ship your coffee pods, espresso capsules or coffee bags.
Is shipping free?
Yes, shipping is free. Simply sign in your TerraCycle account, download and print shipping label, then affix to your box.
Our program ships via USPS.
Can I include other pods or capsules from other brands?
Only the following can be recycled through this recycling program: Don Francisco's Coffee Family Reserve® Single Serve Coffee Pods, Espresso Capsules and Coffee Bags
