Our Philosophy

Mugshots is committed to making a positive contribution to our community by being mindful of the environment and our
neighbors, both local and global, in all our actions. We use only fair & sustainable, organic coffee, and support organic agriculture and local farmers whenever possible. By doing so, we not only support our local economy, but also reduce fuel use associated with shipping. Mugshots is a founding member of B-Corp, "setting the new corporate standard for social and environmental performance."

Working with Counter Culture, we are able to offer fair and sustainable, organic coffee at a reasonable price. Buying direct-trade certified coffee supports farmers by providing an improved economic situation (they are guaranteed a fair price
for their crops), prohibiting forced or exploitative child labor, providing credit to farmers at low rates, promoting sustainable farming methods, and encouraging long-term business relationships.

Similarly, we select our other suppliers based upon their business ethics and a shared commitment to the “triple bottom
line,” a commitment to people, to profit, and to the planet. To reduce food waste, we send our juice pulp and coffee grounds to Green Meadow Farms for chicken feed and composting. In turn, we purchase a variety of food items from Green Meadow Farms, including seasonal, organic fruits and vegetables, eggs, which come from cage-free vegetarian-fed hens, bacon and ham which come from humanely-raised pigs, and free-range, all natural smoked turkey breast.

In addition to composting, we recycle paper, cardboard, plastic, aluminum and glass. We purchase environmentally-friendly cleaning solutions, and a portion of our electricity is supplied by wind energy, a renewable source of energy with no fuel and no pollution.

Part of being a triple bottom line business is being a good neighbor and making a positive impact on the community that supports us. Below are some organizations we've contributed to in 2011. In addition to supporting neighborhood fundraisers throughout the year, we contribute $.05 from the sale of every bottle of water to local charities. If you are a a local charity dedicated to improving the health, educational or cultural vitality, or the sustainability of our immediate communities, please submit a request to be a receipient of the Mugshots Community Fund. 

Friends of Eastern State Penitentiary
Eastern State Penitentiary
Fairmount Community Development Corporation
WHYY
Make a Wish Foundation
Alex's Lemonade Stand
Junior League of Philadelphia
St Mary's Nursery School
Bache Martin Elementary School
Women Organized Against Abuse
Delaware Valley Green Building Council
Samuel Powel School
Nationalities Service Center
Women's Medical Fund
Back on My Feet
Taste of the Nation
Young Involved Philadelphians
The Green Towne School
Neighborhood Bike Works
Spring Garden Community Gardens
Catholic Volunteer Network
St. Francis Church
Treevitalize
Mill Creek Farm