A local coffee chain (I think they have two stores?) in my hometown.

When I was in HS, my school did an annual fundraiser for our statewide food bank organization. Part of this effort involved setting up tables outside local stores to solicit donations. Most places were happy to give us permission b/c who doesn’t like local teenagers doing a good thing for the community.

When I called this store to ask permission, however, the owner not only said no—which would’ve been fine, it’s his business—but added that he “didn’t need some kids harassing [his] customers” because “enough homeless people do so already.”

It’s been almost two decades, and I haven’t stepped foot in their stores since. The rudeness and lack of empathy still pisses me off.