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Coolers for a Cause is a National Initiative from Barr Refrigeration 

We Help Nonprofits Afford Cold Storage 

Coolers for a Cause gives qualifying nonprofits discounts on commercial refrigeration, free expert consulting, and fundraising resources to keep cold storage running. 

See If You Qualify

WHO ITS FOR

Built for organizations that serve the public good

This program is for any 501(c)(3) organization that depends on reliable cold storage to carry out its mission, including:

Nonprofits

& Charities 

Fraternal Orders

& Civic Groups 

Schools, Universities,

& Educational Organizations 

Municipal Agencies

& Government Programs

Arts, Culture,

& Humanities

Churches &

Religious Organizations

Public Safety 
& Disaster Relief

Health Care 
& Medical Research

What You Get

Discounts, Consulting, and Resources 

Deep Discounts 

Significant savings on new and used commercial coolers, freezers, panels, doors, and equipment.

Free Consultation

Expert guidance to customize and implement a cold storage solution sized right for your mission, your space, and your budget. 

Marketing Resources

A ready-to-use suite of customizable fundraising tools including emails, social posts, FAQs, talking points, and more.

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Why it matters

Refrigeration is foundational

Every pound of food, medicine, or other temperature-sensitive items your organization handles depends on reliable cold storage. When aging equipment fails, you don’t just lose equipment, you lose your ability to serve the people counting on you. But Coolers for a Cause can keep you running.

WHAT IT Is

Coolers for a Cause Supports Nonprofits 

Coolers for a Cause is a national initiative created by Barr Refrigeration to help nonprofits afford critical cold-storage infrastructure. Since proper refrigeration is essential for safely storing food, medicine, and other temperature-sensitive supplies, Barr is leveraging its industry expertise and world-leading inventory to offer eligible nonprofits deep discounts on new and refurbished cooler and freezer units, as well as fundraising resources and free consultations to customize cold-storage solutions. The program was successfully piloted in 2025 with the Oshkosh Area Community Pantry which annually distributes over 3 million pounds of food.

What Nonprofits Are Saying About Coolers for a Cause 

“Thank you so much for helping to prevent any child or struggling adult from suffering the pains of hunger in our community.”

“You were easy to work with; I immediately got a reply and answers to my questions. This was a great first experience, and we're excited to be able to work with you again.”

TOM HANLEY

Nine13sports

“Thank you so much for helping to prevent any child or struggling adult from suffering the pains of hunger in our community.”

“Thank you so much for helping to prevent any child or struggling adult from suffering the pains of hunger in our community.”

CHERYL PHOENIX

Executive Director America’s Second Harvest of the Big Bend