Top Charitable Giving News

GPS Hospitality, the second-largest Burger King franchisee with close to 400 Burger King restaurants, announced today it has awarded Burger King Foundation scholarships to 116 students. The winners were chosen from communities where GPS’ restaurants are located, including Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and West Virginia. The scholars were granted $1,000 each, with a […]

Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is once again proud to team up with the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) to recognize and support the courageous individuals who have served in the U.S. military. From May 21st through May 30th, Ellianos locations will participate in a special fundraising campaign aimed at making a lasting […]

In honor of National Foster Care Month, Wendy’s customers are invited to Make A Biggie Difference by just scanning a QR code for the more than 108,000 children in foster care who are waiting for a permanent home and loving family.  This May, customers can scan the QR code on select Wendy’s cups* to support […]

Snarf’s Sandwiches and Snarfburger are proud to announce their 3rd annual Snarf’s Bite Back Hunger Day on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, when 100% of all profits will be donated to food banks that serve the communities they call home. This initiative is part of Snarf’s ongoing commitment to fight food insecurity and support their neighbors in […]

Continuing its commitment to food allergy safety and education, Vitality Bowls is partnering with the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) for the seventh year in a row. Throughout Allergy Awareness Month this May, Vitality Bowls cafés nationwide will come together to support food allergy awareness and education in their communities. During the month […]

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced that the brand will be participating in a month-long giveback with its national charity partner, Folds of Honor. From May 1 through May 31, guests will have the option to give back to Folds of Honor by rounding up to the nearest dollar in-restaurant with dine-in or drive-thru orders. […]

A culinary staple of East Tennessee for over 50 years, Buddy’s bar-b-q has remained committed to bettering the communities it calls home. As part of this mission, Buddy’s bar-b-q was proud to support children in the Sevier County school system earlier this month by partnering with Taylor Faith Ministries, a nonprofit dedicated to providing essentials […]

On Thursday, May 1, Culver’s is inviting guests to make a difference—one scoop at a time—during the 11th annual Scoops of Thanks Day. In exchange for a $1 donation, guests can enjoy a scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard, with 100% of proceeds benefiting local FFA chapters. As part of Culver’s Thank You Farmers Project, this […]

In celebration of National Pretzel Day, April 26th, Ben’s Soft Pretzels, the beloved purveyor of warm, doughy delights, is teaming up once with Tunnel to Towers, an organization dedicated to supporting first responders and military heroes. On April 26th, guests that visit any participating Ben’s Soft Pretzels location and will experience the best way to celebrate national pretzel […]

With a dedicated mission to impact lives, inspire hope, and help individuals discover their true potential, the Burger King Foundation has transformed thousands of lives by allowing people to explore what’s possible. This year, the Burger King Foundation proudly celebrates it’s remarkable 20-year journey of giving back to communities through intentional programming and education. “For the past […]

Carl’s Jr. announces the conclusion of its in-store fundraising campaign for the American Red Cross Disaster Relief, the campaign raised more than $100,000 to support victims of the wildfires in Los Angeles. Running from Jan. 27 to March 15, 2025, the campaign encouraged customers to donate $1 at any Carl’s Jr. location, with all contributions […]

With more than 55 locations in 8 states, honeygrow, the fast-casual restaurant known for its wholesome, fresh, and made-to-order stir-fry, salads, and honeybars, is proud to bring back its campaign to celebrate National Nurse’s Week from May 6 through May 12, 2025, by giving back to the healthcare workers who tirelessly serve our communities. The campaign recognizes […]

Jersey Mike’s Subs and customers across North America rallied to raise over $30 million to help more than 200 local charities during the company’s 15th Annual Month of Giving in March.  Jersey Mike’s locations in the U.S. and Canada accepted donations throughout the month, building to the company’s Day of Giving on March 26, when more than 3,000 restaurants donated 100 percent of sales, not […]

Backyard Taco, the beloved Arizona-based taqueria known for its authentic flavors and vibrant atmosphere, has partnered with GiftAMeal to help fight hunger in the Greater Phoenix area. With all six Backyard Taco locations now participating, this marks GiftAMeal’s first local brand partnership in the region. GiftAMeal is a hunger-fighting program that empowers restaurant guests to […]

Duck Donuts announce the launch of its annual national Quack Gives Back partnership with Make-A-Wish, a global nonprofit organization whose mission is to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Now through July 31, Duck Donuts guests can help transform lives for children in their local communities by purchasing the special-edition Wish Rubber Duck. […]

SONIC Drive-In is fueling education by sending 400 teachers from 149 public school districts to Atlanta for the Ron Clark Academy Experience, a dynamic two-day training made possible by a nearly $1 million donation from the SONIC Foundation. From March 20-21, 300 educators participated in immersive workshops to bring powerful teaching techniques back to their […]

Salad and Go Charities a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing nutritious food and education to underserved communities, proudly marks a significant milestone in its mission to fight hunger by serving the one millionth donated salad today at St. Vincent de Paul in Phoenix, Arizona. This landmark achievement was made possible by Salad and Go’s commitment […]

Salad and Go Charities, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing nutritious food and education to underserved communities, announces today the recipients of its first-ever Nourishing Communities Grant program. As a result of the program, a total of $174,000 in grant funding has been distributed to 52 nonprofits across four states and the funding will be used by […]

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., a leading global franchising company that owns restaurant brands including Johnny Rockets, Fatburger, Round Table Pizza, Twin Peaks, Fazoli’s, and 13 other concepts, is pleased to announce the impact its charitable organization, FAT Brands Foundation, had in its local communities in 2024. Approximately $325,000 was awarded to 70 local non-profits […]

Cousins Subs announces the return of its semi-annual Round Up Campaign in support of the brand’s Make It Better Foundation, which addresses vital community needs in health and wellness, hunger and youth education. Throughout March, guests can round up their in-store check to the nearest dollar to support the Make It Better Foundation. Those ordering […]

Beginning March 1, marking the one year anniversary of the opening of the first PowerSoul Cafe in Las Vegas, the world’s first certified gluten-free fast-food restaurant chain will begin a partnership with Nevada SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals). The partnership will raise funds for and awareness of the local nonprofit. In 2024, PowerSoul Café introduced PowerPaws, now called Gronk’s PowerPaws, third-party certified gluten-free and peanut-free dog […]

Hoping to raise a record-breaking amount for charity this March, Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its authentic fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, asks customers to eat a sub and help a local cause. To celebrate the company’s 15th Annual Month of Giving, Jersey Mike’s locations across the country are joining forces with more than 200 local […]

Harlem Shake celebrates Women’s History Month with the “Sweet Lena” Milkshake benefitting Figure Skating in Harlem. Named in honor of the late,  iconic singer, actress, and Civil Rights advocate Lena Horne, whose career broke barriers for Black women in Hollywood. The milkshake is inspired as well by Figure Skating in Harlem’s upcoming ice show, ‘Harlem to Hollywood.’  […]

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, is spreading the love this Random Acts of Kindness Day with a heartfelt initiative. On Monday, February 17, Mountain Mike’s will host ‘Pizza 4 a Purpose,’ a […]

GiftAMeal, a cause-marketing program for restaurants, has officially partnered with Bread Zeppelin, the popular fast-casual restaurant chain known for its signature chopped salads served in baguettes. Starting February 14, Bread Zeppelin guests across seven Dallas, TX area locations can easily participate in the GiftAMeal program through a seamless integration with the Bread Zeppelin mobile app, powered […]