Social Responsibility News & Media
Whataburger adds philanthropic piece to Whatagames competition
April 5, 2013
Recently, Whataburger announced the 21 restaurants that emerged as finalists in the company's "WhataGames" competition, which tests team members in operations…
read nowTim Hortons outlines sodium reduction, sustainability efforts
April 4, 2013
Tim Hortons released its third annual Sustainability and Responsibility Report this week, highlighting the company's 2012 efforts and outlining goals for 201…
read nowJersey Mike's donating all sales to charity today
March 27, 2013
Today marks Jersey Mike's "Day of Giving" and restaurants across the country will donate 100 percent of sales to 86 local charities as part of the campaign.
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How a cause marketing program benefits one restaurant brand
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Studies show that many consumers seek out dining choices based on an establishment's philanthropic efforts.
read nowRita's donates $10K to Stuttering Foundation on behalf of American Idol finalist
March 15, 2013
On behalf of Rita's employee and top 10 American Idol finalist Lazaro Arbos, Rita's Italian Ice has donated $10,000 to the Stuttering Foundation.
read nowWhite Castle testing composting program
March 12, 2013
White Castle has started a pilot program in its hometown of Columbus, Ohio, that composts all food and paper scraps. According to the Columbus Dispatch, the…
read nowChick-fil-A provided $1.4M in scholarships in 2012
March 8, 2013
Chick-fil-A awarded its $1,000 Leadership Scholarship to nearly 1,400 team members in 2012. The recipients work for the company's independent franchise…
read nowBojangles' franchisee recognized by U.S. Chamber of Commerce
March 6, 2013
Acorn Food Group LLC, a Bojangles' franchise group based in Jasper, Ga., was recently honored with a 2013 Blue Ribbon Small Business Award by the U.S. Chamber…
read nowMcDonald's invests $6.5M in sustainable coffee program
March 5, 2013
McDonald's USA, McDonald's Canada and their franchisees are investing more than $6.5 million throughout the next four-and-a-half years in a technical…
read nowJersey Mike's partners with 86 charities for fundraising campaign
February 25, 2013
Throughout March, Jersey Mike's Subs is joining forces with 86 local charities for the company's third annual "Month of Giving" fundraising campaign. Last…
read nowTaco John's raises $50K for wounded soldiers organization
February 21, 2013
Taco John's raised $50,000 during this year's Nachos Navidad holiday promotion. The money will go toward this year's charity of choice, the Yellow Ribbon Fund…
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Jersey Mike's founder named IFA's Entrepreneur of the Year
February 19, 2013
The award recognizes an individual who is 'currently building a successful business venture, exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit that franchising represents…
read nowTim Hortons' penny collection benefits children's foundation
February 4, 2013
Tim Horton's locations across Canada are now collecting pennies to raise money for the Tim Horton's Children's Foundation.
read nowCousins Subs establishes philanthropic foundation
January 21, 2013
Cousins Subs restaurants has established The Make it Better Foundation to "improve the welfare and quality of life in the communities it serves."
read nowBen & Jerry's commits to fairtrade program for 2013
January 17, 2013
Ben & Jerry's announced that its fairtrade program will be its primary values led sourcing (VLS) endeavor for 2013.
read nowArby's Foundation donates $3M to help end hunger in Georgia
January 11, 2013
The Arby's Foundation, the charitable arm of Atlanta-based Arby's Restaurant Group Inc., announced it has invested $3 million to broaden the Georgia Food Bank…
read nowTaco Cabana raises $73K for military families
January 10, 2013
Taco Cabana recently announced it raised more than $73,000 from its annual Taco Treat fundraiser, which benefits the Warrior and Family Support Center (WFSC).
read nowJersey Mike's brings in $107K for Hurricane Sandy relief
January 4, 2013
In partnership with The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, Jersey Mike's Subs has raised $106,657 to support The FoodBank's relief efforts in the…
read nowReport: Consumers likely to share complaints about restaurant cleanliness
December 28, 2012
SCA's third annual 2012 Tork Report reveals that 92 percent of U.S. consumers said they will complain about an unfavorable dining-out experience. Of those…
read nowBurger King headquarters donates $40K for low-income students
December 24, 2012
Employees from Burger King Worldwide headquarters in Miami spent the last few weeks of the year collecting donations for Toys for Tots, working with Habitat…
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