Royal Star & Garter has teamed up with a veteran-owned tea and coffee merchant for the relaunch of a campaign designed to promote conversation and connection in the community.

Brew For Two: Creating Connections One Sip At a Time, encourages people to purchase a Brew For Two pack for just £5, which includes two customised Rosie & Java (R&J) tea bags, an invitation card to write, and a stamped envelope to make it easier to organise a get-together with someone they want to connect with. They can use this to invite a friend, family member, or neighbour for a cup of tea and a chat.

The donation goes towards supporting veterans and their partners living with disability or dementia at Royal Star & Garter’s Homes, in Solihull, Surbiton and High Wycombe. The charity also launched new services reaching out into the community.

‘A moment of comfort and connection’

R&J is based on Steyning, West Sussex. Co-owner and Army veteran Chris Bright said: “We are honoured to support Royal Star & Garter in this wonderful initiative. As a veteran-owned business, we understand the importance of fostering connections, especially since leaving the Armed Forces and losing that sense of belonging, community, and identity. We hope our tea can provide a moment of comfort and connection for everyone who participates in this campaign.”

Co-owner Alice Bright, added: “This initiative resonates deeply with our values at Rosie & Java. The Brew For Two pack is more than just a product; it is a symbol of community, shared experiences, and the warmth that a simple cup of tea can bring.”

Money raised from Brew For Two will help the charity to continue providing exceptional care and promote wellbeing. Heather Perkins, Senior Partnerships Officer at Royal Star & Garter, said: “By having a Brew For Two, supporters can make a meaningful impact while enjoying a special moment with someone they care about. These packs serve as a prompt to sit down, enjoy a cup of tea, and share stories, thereby reinforcing the community spirit that is central to Royal Star & Garter’s mission. I’m delighted that we have teamed up with Rosie & Java, a veteran-owned and run tea and coffee company, which also holds the care and wellbeing of veterans close to its heart.”

For more information about Brew For Two or to purchase your packs, go to: https://starandgarter.org/brewfortwo/