In 2010, the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill tainted the waters in the Gulf of Mexico. This disaster was a tragedy for many and resulted in a sharp economic downturn for businesses that are intricately tied to the seafood and tourism industries. At that time David Hayes, an actor, writer, publisher and the future creator and now owner of CAFFiEND’S 24/7 was producing events for major art and cultural organizations in the area. He published several art journals, served in three artist residencies, helped launch co-operatives and was performing in a dozen or more restaurants and live music venues throughout Panama City, Panama City Beach and along Hwy 30A. Later that year, Hayes filed the most documented claim with over 375 documents submitted to The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill fund. The claim was successful and it garnished a check that was meant to compensate for the economic losses suffered. Then CAFFiEND’S coffee shop was born and created with a portion of the monies as one social-entrepreneur’s way to help stabilize the little known neighborhood of St Andrews in Panama City, Florida. CAFFiEND’S 24/7 quickly became a phenomenon with the youth and elders alike, as the door stayed open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. This was something most people in the area thought to be crazy, as no one had ever attempted it and no one has since. 7 years later, CAFFiEND’S 24/7 closed its brick and mortar doors for an online store and has transformed into an independent periodical that reports on coffeehouses, cafes and restaurants. CAFFiEND’S 24/7 is also a market brand that seasonally selects coffee beans, creates unique ice cream flavors and packages innovative teas for the whole world to enjoy! Visit us online at: http://www.CAFFiENDS247.com ...read more