Farmingdale coffee roaster recognized by Business Council of New York State

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Farmingdale-based Pintail Coffee, which, according to the company, donates 100% of its profits to local hunger-relief organizations, was recently recognized with The Business Council of New York State’s 2024 Minority & Women’s Business Award.

Pintail Coffee owners Rahat and Zaki Hossain once owned a manufacturing facility that was instrumental in the development of the K-Cup technology. The couple recognized an opportunity to create Pintail Coffee, with a mission to feed the hungry.

“This award highlights our continuous efforts to uplift minority- and women-owned businesses within the coffee industry, ensuring we contribute to a more inclusive and equitable business environment,” Zaki Hossain, an immigrant from Bangladesh, said in a news release about the award. “We are deeply grateful to our team, partners and customers for their ongoing support in making this mission possible. We will continue to brew change, empower communities and serve hope.”

Hossain said the inspiration to launch Pintail Coffee came from the desire to help fight hunger having seen first-hand the devastating nutritional, emotional and developmental effects of hunger and food insecurity not only in his home country but also around the world.

And since 2018, the company’s donations made the serving of 767,864 meals possible through its partnership with Island Harvest, according to the company. Each bag of coffee sold allows the company to provide four nourishing meals.

“As part of our commitment to making a positive impact, 100 percent of our profits are donated to help end hunger,” Rahat Hossain said in the news release.

“We believe that no one should go without a meal, and, by sharing the success of our business, we aim to fight food insecurity on a global scale. With every cup of Pintail Coffee, you are enjoying a high-quality brew and supporting the mission to create a world where everyone has access to nutritious food,” she added.

“The Business Council is proud to recognize Pintail Coffee with the Minority & Women’s Business Award,” Heather Briccetti Mulligan, president and CEO of The Business Council, said in the news release.

“It is truly an honor to shine a light on the many remarkable businesses across the state that are led by hardworking individuals of all races, colors, and creeds,” Mulligan added.

“Pintail Coffee Inc. exemplifies what it means to be a community-driven business, making an impact far beyond its roastery,” New York State Sen. Monica Martinez, who nominated the company for the award, said in the news release. “The company’s commitment to donating all profits to hunger relief is a testament to the power of purpose-driven entrepreneurship.”

The awards ceremony was held in September at the Sagamore Hotel in Bolton Landing on Lake George. The award was sponsored by National Grid.