World Health Organization: Maternal Mortality Definition - "Death of a woman while pregnant or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy, irrespective of the cause of death."

42 Days Coffee was co-founded by Rodney V. Thompson, a proud Life Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated, whose motto is "Culture For Service and Service For Humanity," and Dr. Crysta A. Meekins, a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, whose motto is "Community Conscious, Action-Oriented."

As avid coffee aficionados, we consumed coffee daily but had never considered how it arrived at our kitchen tables. Upon researching the coffee industry, we were shocked to discover that the farmers performing the most challenging tasks were often living in poverty due to inadequate compensation.

We are deeply concerned about the maternal health crisis in the United States, which has the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations. Studies revealed that most of these deaths could have been prevented with adequate care during and after pregnancy. Tragically, nearly 95% of maternal deaths occur in low-to-moderate income communities.

Our motto at 42 Days Coffee is to be the change you want to see. Reflecting our commitment to service and community, we partner with local and national maternal health organizations, pledging 10% of our profits to support those improving maternal health outcomes.

By choosing 42 Days Coffee, you’re not only aiding farmers who have been historically mistreated, but also contributing to better maternal health experiences in marginalized communities.

In our everyday buying decisions, we have the power to be part of the solution rather than the problem. By sourcing exclusively from Fair Trade-certified farmers, we at 42 Days Coffee choose to be part of the solution.

We invite you to join us on this meaningful journey.