QSR® magazine has always found space to report on the charitable works and deeds of members of the foodservice community. But recently it became important to us to step up our efforts, and the decision was made to consolidate these stories in one place so you, the reader, could easily learn about what the industry is doing when it comes to giving back.
Our hope is that these pages will inspire and motivate you to take up your own cause—whatever that might be—to make our world a better place.
Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy's International, told readers in the very first issue of QSR magazine that "Profit is not a dirty word."
But Thomas also worked tirelessly for the many charitable causes that touched his life. In so doing, he proved that running a successful business extends beyond the bottom line and that the real rewards in life are measured in a currency far greater than the dollar.
So let these stories inspire you to find your cause, if you haven't already done so. We encourage you to let us know what you're doing, so that others might follow your lead, pickup your cause, and contribute in ever more positive ways to our communities and lives.
A QSR Cause
Among the causes that QSR magazine supports is CureSearch. CureSearch National Childhood Cancer Foundation supports the work of the Children's Oncology Group (COG), the world's largest cooperative childhood cancer research collaborative, which treats more than 90 percent of children with cancer at more than 200 children's and university hospitals and cancer centers in North America. Together, we are committed to conquering childhood cancer through scientific discovery and compassionate care.
How you can help CureSearch:
The U.S. Congress has under consideration a bill that would provide $150 million for childhood cancer research. CureSearch offers an easy email template to write your federal representatives in support of this bill. It may be the most rewarding five minutes you spend today.
Your Cause
QSR magazine invites you to
about your cause. Together, we can inspire others.
[2008-08-12] The Osegura and Olague families, with the funding support of The Dream Factory Inc., commit to opening multiple Unique Pizza and Subs locations.
[2008-07-09] "Pink Star” restaurant donation program raises more than $900,000.
Scoops with a Mission The Ben & Jerry's scoop shop in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh offers at-risk and disabled youth the chance to overcome employment barriers.
Wiping Out Childhood Hunger Share Our Strength hopes to have 5,000 restaurants participate in its Great American Dine Out program to fight hunger.
‘A Win-Win’ Charitable works help the community and keep your employees engaged.
Serving Up Support Chains and franchisees help servicemen and -women over the holidays and beyond.
Little Caesars Gives Veterans An Opportunity An Iraq veteran lost his legs, but never lost hope. He inspired the Little Caesars Veteran Program and today, there are nine who call themselves franchise owners.
Best of 2006: Giving QSR's editors chose the best efforts in charitable giving by the quick-service industry in 2006. Categories included: giving back, grassroots giving, support of education, and customer outreach -- plus special recognition for McDonald's for putting its money where its mouth is.
Best of 2005: Charitable Giving QSR's editors chose the best efforts in charitable giving by the quick-service industry in 2005. Categories included: grassroots giving, long-term commitment to giving, commitment to education, and wish fulfillment -- plus special recognition for the entire industry for response to hurricane Katrina.
But Thomas also worked tirelessly for the many charitable causes that touched his life. In so doing, he proved that running a successful business extends beyond the bottom line and that the real rewards in life are measured in a currency far greater than the dollar.
