The For here Campaign

Reducing Consumer waste one coffee Cup at a time.

In the US alone, 50 billion disposable coffee cups are used annually—that’s the equivalent of 107 garbage trucks every hour, every day.

While many sustainability enthusiasts habitually opt for the mug, not everyone remembers to do so (ourselves included). Making "For here or to go?" a standard barista query could guide more customers towards waste reducing choices.

By offering more sustainable choices, businesses take on a pivotal role in shaping a better future, demonstrating that small changes can lead to substantial, positive outcomes.

If you’re a coffee shop, join the movement by downloading the free toolbox below.

If you’re a coffee shop customer, spread the word and stay tuned to see Boise’s waste-reduction results after the campaign ends.

The For Here Campaign is a Micro-Sustainability Campaign in Idaho’s Treasure Valley taking place June 2025 in Coffee Shops across the valley.

ON a mission to keep as many disposable cups out of the landfill as possible.

join the movement

How it works

  1. Barista’s asks each customer “Would you like a for-here cup or a to-go cup?”

  2. Count every for-here cup provided. 

  3. Report the count to us so we can track your impact.

Download the
Coffee Shop Toolbox

If you own or operate a coffee shop in Idaho’s Treasure Valley, join the movement by downloading our FREE toolbox.

These tools include:

  • Barista instructions + procedures

  • For-here cup tracking sheets

  • Flyer to display in your establishment

Our Guiding Stars

We believe in the power of doing the right thing—not just for compliance or marketing benefits, but because it is essential to the long-term success and legacy of any business and our community. 

Our initiatives and reporting are drawn from a comprehensive set of metrics (up to 200 total) shaped by standards provided by B Corps, the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Depending on your organization and the scope of your project, HMK Impact will support you in focusing on a wholistic or a more targeted approach.

By partnering with us, you're not just committing to better practices; you're stepping up as a pioneer in your field. We provide the tools, strategies, and support necessary to help you lead by example, driving the kind of change that sets new precedents.

Want more information on being a responsible business?

We love hearing about the values and vision behind your business. Our 30-minute introductory calls are a great way to explore how your unique business can do the right thing more easily.