Today, America’s Diner opened nominations for Denny’s Heroes: A Grand Slam Thank You, a nationwide search for stories of generosity, resilience, leadership, and service that have changed lives or made communities stronger. Every town has a hero who never stops showing up. The teacher who keeps snacks in her desk because she knows which kids […]
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill (“Firebirds”), the award-winning, polished-casual American restaurant and steakhouse, today announced it has surpassed $5 million raised for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (“ALSF”), the largest independent childhood cancer charity in the U.S. The milestone marks a significant chapter in the brand’s ongoing partnership with the nonprofit, which was originally founded by Alexandra […]
This fall, Patina Restaurant Group’s Orlando restaurants at Disney Springs are proud to partner with Cookies for Kids’ Cancer for a two-month-campaign dedicated to raising awareness and support for pediatric cancer. From September 1 through October 31, Maria & Enzo’s, Enzo’s Hideaway and The Edison at Disney Springs will offer specialty desserts featuring a house-made ginger snap cookie. A […]
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is inviting guests to satisfy their sweet tooth while supporting a meaningful cause through its third annual Dessert to Donate campaign. Throughout September, Lou Malnati’s will donate $1 from every dessert purchased to the Lou Malnati’s Cancer Research Foundation, helping fund cancer research, patient care and family support services. The campaign is part […]
For the 14th consecutive year, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is proud to announce its continued partnership with No Kid Hungry. Since 2013, Grimaldi’s annual campaigns have raised more than $1.4 million for No Kid Hungry. Throughout the month of September, guests who donate to No Kid Hungry at Grimaldi’s Pizzeria restaurants nationwide will receive a promotional card that can be redeemed […]
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. is proud to announce a partnership with The Faris Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and families impacted by childhood cancer. To honor Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a portion of the proceeds from all kids’ meals purchased at participating U.S. Red Robin restaurants in September will be donated to […]
Topgolf and Special Olympics announced an expanded three-year, $1.5 million commitment to grow inclusive golf opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities worldwide. The continued investment delivers on a partnership launched in 2023 that provides Special Olympics golfers free weekly access to Topgolf venues around the world and comes as the organizations prepare for the largest […]
The Big Biscuit, the modern All-American breakfast and lunch franchise known for its classic comfort food and genuine hometown hospitality, is bringing back its “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive for a third consecutive year. This initiative is one of the ways the brand puts its community-first values into action across its four-state footprint of […]
Lazy Dog Restaurant will celebrate National Dog Day with a systemwide promotion benefiting Pet Partners from August 24–27. For every Dog Bowl ordered in a restaurant during the four-day event, Lazy Dog will donate $1 to the nonprofit, which supports therapy animal teams serving hospitals, schools, senior centers, and other community settings. Guests who purchase […]
Golden Corral is building on its commitment to military communities through its second annual fundraising campaign benefiting Project Healing Waters (PHW), a leading nonprofit that uses fly fishing and outdoor recreation as a therapeutic intervention for Veterans and active-duty military personnel. Running July 13 through August 23, 2026, the nationwide initiative aims to help expand access to […]
Today, Applebee’s kicked off its “Squeeze Out Childhood Cancer” fundraiser for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), the largest independent charity in the U.S. dedicated to childhood cancer research and family support. In celebration of its 22-year partnership, Applebee’s aims to raise more than $1.5 million this year to help fund lifesaving research and provide critical support to families. Now through August 30, […]
The 2026 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show donated 156,500 pounds of food, kitchenware, supplies and operational materials through its partnership with Fight2Feed, supporting 35 agencies across four Illinois counties following the event’s May 16-19 run at McCormick Place in Chicago. For the first time, McCormick Place introduced composting stations on the Show floor, giving exhibitors […]
We’ve all heard the saying: You have to spend money to make money. But one franchise family employs a twist on that tactic: They make money by giving it away. Chad and Missy Huck and Kyle and Kristen Huck, Wings Etc. Grill & Pub franchisees with restaurants in Marietta, Belpre and Caldwell, Ohio, have donated […]
Grumpy’s Restaurant, an award-winning full-service Americana diner known for its scratch-made menu and genuine hospitality, is proud to announce its continued partnership with the Cliff Avril Family Foundation for the organization’s upcoming Charity Weekend and Family Fun Day. Set to take place Sunday, June 7 from 1–5 pm, this partnership marks the fourth consecutive year the restaurant […]
Potomac Family Dining Group, a proud Applebee’s franchisee, is launching Sizzlin’ with Gratitude, a community-focused campaign inviting guests to give back while dining in-restaurant. For every Sizzlin’ dessert ordered from the Applebee’s menu, $0.50 will be donated to Wounded Warrior Project. Guests at participating locations can also make direct in-restaurant donations to Wounded Warrior Project […]
Tech For Troops, a Richmond-based nonprofit focused on empowering Veterans through technology and workforce development, is partnering with the iconic Texas Inn to host a multi-city e-waste collection drive from May 1 at 8:00 AM through May 10 at 5:00 PM across all four Texas Inn locations. Donate old technology and receive a $5 gift […]
This April, Puttshack Dania Beach marks Autism Acceptance Month with a continued commitment to accessibility and inclusion, paired with a month-long giveback benefiting KultureCity, the nation’s leading nonprofit focused on sensory accessibility and acceptance. Throughout April, Puttshack will donate 20% of proceeds from all 9-hole mini golf games booked through www.puttshack.com/locations/dania-beach directly to KultureCity, extending the giveback across all 19 […]
CORE, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing financial relief to food and beverage service employees and their families navigating life-altering hardships, announced the appointment of Chef Adam Moore to its Board of Directors. Chef Moore brings more than two decades of culinary and food innovation expertise to the CORE board. As the Founder and President […]
Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, and IHOP restaurants, today released its 2025 Business Responsibility Report. The report reflects the continued evolution of Dine’s Business Responsibility strategy, highlighting progress and ongoing initiatives across its four strategic pillars and demonstrating how the company is strengthening performance, resilience, and […]
Dock Local, the family-owned seafood restaurant based in DFW, known for its chef-driven coastal cuisine in Texas and Tennessee, is proud to announce the launch of Lunches for Legends, a year-long community initiative dedicated to honoring the everyday heroes who serve the restaurant’s neighborhoods. Lunches for Legends centers on a simple idea: sharing a meal as a meaningful […]
The Big Biscuit is celebrating educators in a big way with its third-annual Teacher Appreciation Giveaway, recognizing the teachers who make a lasting impact in communities across the Midwest. To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, The Big Biscuit, an all-American breakfast and lunch concept, will award $4,000 in gift cards to 40 teachers across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, […]
What started as a month of dining for good has delivered a major win for North Texans facing hunger. FB Society, the Dallas-based multi-brand restaurant group, today announced the results of its inaugural Food Bank February campaign, donating more than $148,000 to the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB). The campaign, which ran throughout February across 16 FB Society […]
This Pi Day, March 14, 2026, Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza is inviting guests to celebrate with purpose. For one day only, Piesanos will donate $3.14 from every large pizza sold at all 15 Piesanos locations to support select Habitat for Humanity affiliates across Florida. The initiative builds on the success of the 2025 Pi Day […]
As part of its ongoing commitment to the military community, Golden Corral will launch its 15th annual Camp Corral fundraising campaign on March 2, with this year’s goal of raising $1 million by May 10, 2026 to send thousands of military children to camp at no cost to their families. Camp Corral is a national nonprofit organization that provides […]
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes, located in Anaheim’s Downtown Disney District, is partnering with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) to support their annual Make March Matter campaign. Throughout March, Black Tap will donate $1 for every special Make March Matter CrazyShake sold, with proceeds benefiting CHLA’s efforts to provide world-class, lifesaving care to its pediatric patients. Available exclusively at […]
Thompson Restaurants’ beloved Southern brunch concept Milk & Honey, is proud to announce a new community partnership with the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute (Hampton Proton) to support cancer patients through its newly launched PATH (Patient Access to Help) program. The initiative underscores Milk & Honey’s ongoing commitment to hospitality with purpose by helping ease the everyday […]
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