Social Responsibility News & Media
Jersey Mike's doubles fundraising for charitable campaign
April 12, 2013
Jersey Mike's Subs raised $1.7 million during its third annual "Month of Giving" campaign held throughout March. The money will go toward 86 different…
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Yum! Brands social responsibility report focuses on nutrition, sustainability
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The company is currently working to synchronize its animal welfare program and policies throughout all of its global markets.
read nowBaskin-Robbins plans three-day promo to thank customers
April 10, 2013
Baskin-Robbins is thanking its loyal guests with three "Guest Appreciation Days" from April 23 through April 25. During that time, participating Baskin-Robbins…
read nowWhite Castle launches new philanthropic program: Castle Shares
April 10, 2013
To mark the launch of its new Castle Shares philanthropic program, White Castle is offering Original Slider-scented candles on houseofcrave.com. Net proceeds…
read nowWhataburger 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…
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