February is the month of love — something one local business is trying to spread through a "get social" campaign that will give 10 percent of sales to a local nonprofit.
Caffe Amouri owner Michael Amouri launched "Get Social Month" in February as a way to give back to the Shepherd's Center of Oakton-Vienna "to enhance the lives of seniors in Vienna and Oakton."
The nonprofit, which serves seniors in Vienna, Oakton, Merrifield, Dunn Loring, Falls Church and Reston, provides a range of services to older residents, from classes and day trips to providing transportation to medical appointments and grocery stores.
How it works: Customers can share a post from Caffe Amouri on Facebook or Twitter — or check-in on Facebook and Yelp — and 10 percent of their total check will be donated to the center.
Show proof of the social activity on a smartphone, tablet or computer at the counter to make the donation.
The charity component is not the only part of the shop's "Get Social" efforts — it's planning a wide range of community events for February too. Find out more here.
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jayne young
10:48 am on Thursday, February 7, 2013
This is a terrific idea, many thanks to Michael Amouri and his Caffe' Amouri "crew", truly the best coffee house in the Town of Vienna. Kudos for your continued community involvement. Congratulations to the Shepherd's Center for their committment to providing free services, enrichment programs and volunteer opporltunities for local seniors. Two great groups!! Thanks Erica for the article.