Charitable Giving

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The Immeasurable Legacy of Dave Thomas Dave Thomas may have called himself “just a hamburger cook,” but his legacy in quick service and the nonprofit world is anything but ordinary.	Restaurants Can Change the World Brands are using their businesses as vehicles for social change.
The Purpose-Driven Profit Model B Corp and Benefit Companies redefine what it means to be profitable.	The How of Philanthropy Finding the right charitable partner can be a soul-searching process that yields rewards, both financial and intrinsic.
Pretty in Pink Caribou Coffee and Hungry Howie’s find a personal connection in supporting breast cancer awareness.	Restaurants Rock the Sciences Subway franchisees band together to support an educational TV show for children.
Reading for a Cause Literacy programs bolster business and foster positive outcomes for future generations of quick-service customers.	A Gnarly Approach to Giving Back Two brands team up with action sports nonprofits to engage youths.
From National to Neighborhood Former Del Taco CMO-turned-franchisee works with the local community and the larger brand to better serve those in need.	Welcome to the Big Leagues From Subway manager to Pita Pit franchisee in less than a year, Pam Leseman explains how to succeed in a speedy transition.

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Spike’s Hot Dogs Promoting Dog Adoptions in July

2017-07-21 Spike’s Hot Dogs and the Oregon Humane Society (OHS) have partnered together to promote dog adoption during July, which is National Hot Dog Month.

Panda Express Pledges $10M to Children’s Hospital LA

2017-07-20 Panda Express made a $10 million philanthropic commitment to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA).

Dairy Queen Hosting Miracle Treat Day on July 27

2017-07-19 Fans can come up with several reasons for why it’s good to eat dessert first. But the Dairy Queen system has come up with the best reason yet.

Brooklyn Water Bagel Raises Money with Rainbow Bagels

2017-07-17 Last month, Brooklyn Water Bagel, a leader in the fast casual industry specializing in breakfast and deli creations using a proprietary 14-step water ...

Nathan's Donates Hot Dog Cart to Miracle League

2017-07-10 Nathan's Famous, the Official Hot Dog of Major League Baseball, donated a new hot dog cart to the Miracle League of Miami-Dade on Sunday, as well as $...

Nekter Donates $5K to Festival of Children Foundation

2017-07-07 Nékter Juice Bar, the popular, Southern California-based modern reinvention of the juice and smoothie bar, has donated $5,000 to Festival of Children ...

Church’s Chicken Helps Provide Over 3 Million Meals

2017-06-28 For the second year in a row, Church’s Chicken has turned in an impressive fundraising performance on behalf of No Kid Hungry.

Tropical Smoothie Kicks Off 2017 Fundraising Campaign

2017-06-27 Tropical Smoothie Cafe, a leading fast casual cafe concept known for its better-for-you food and smoothies with a tropical twist, officially kicked of...

Pizza Hut Has Donated Over 100 Million Pounds of Food

2017-06-26 Pizza Hut has reached the 25th year of its Harvest program and surpassed 100 million pounds of food donated to feed those in need.

Taco John's Helps Donate to Suicide Prevention

2017-06-20 Today, Taco John’s International CEO Jim Creel and Jonah Bank EVP/Cheyenne Branch President Gregg Jones presented a $19,777 check to Grace For 2 Broth...

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