Social Responsibility News & Media
Ben & Jerry's joins list of 'socially responsible' businesses
October 24, 2012
Ben & Jerry's this week announced that it is the first wholly-owned subsidiary to become a Certified B Corp.
read nowNRA seeking applicants for community service efforts
October 19, 2012
Charitable contributions from the restaurant industry are estimated to amount to up to $3 billion annually, and more than nine out of 10 restaurants are…
read nowJack in the Box hosting holiday fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters
October 18, 2012
Jack in the Box restaurants today launched a holiday fundraiser benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters. For $1, plus tax, guests may purchase a limited-edition…
read nowTim Hortons recognized for environmental responsibility
October 17, 2012
Tim Hortons announced that for the first time it is included in the Canadian Carbon Disclosure Project's (CDP) Leadership Index. The Index recognizes various…
read nowCarl's Jr., Hardee's military fundraiser boosted by POS marketing
October 15, 2012
Archway, a marketing logistics and fulfillment services provider, joined clients Carl's Jr. and Hardee's for Stars for Heroes, an in-store fundraising campaign…
read nowTaco Bell given Lifetime Achievement Award by Boys & Girls Clubs
October 15, 2012
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) honored Taco Bell as the first corporation to receive its Lifetime Achievement Award for the company's 20 years of…
read nowJersey Mike's raises $218K for Wreaths Across America campaign
October 11, 2012
Wreaths Across America (WAA), a nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, today…
read nowBurger King asked to drop dairy farmer after abuse video surfaces
October 11, 2012
Video surfaced this week showing animal abuse violations at Bettencourt Dairies, a Burger King dairy supplier.
read nowYum! Brands executive earns Pakistan Power award
October 11, 2012
Yum! Brands' Irfan Mustafa, vice president and managing director of the Middle East, North Africa, Pakistan and Turkey business, has been recognized with the…
read nowSubway partners with egg farmers to fight hunger
October 8, 2012
Throughout October, Subway Restaurants in certain markets and America's egg farmers are teaming up to fight hunger. From now until Oct. 31, America's egg…
read nowYum! Brands honored for World Hunger Relief efforts
October 8, 2012
In partnership with the U.S. Department of State, World Food Program USA honored David Novak, chairman and CEO of Yum! Brands, and Christina Aguilera, United…
read nowMichigan White Castle units introduce autism awareness campaign
October 5, 2012
Autism Speaks and White Castle System Inc. announced their "White Castle is Listening," a statewide pledge by the chain to help raise awareness of Autism…
read nowTaco Bell launches social media campaign to end hunger
October 5, 2012
From now through Oct. 18, Taco Bell's Feed the Beat program – which supports up-and-coming musicians – is partnering with @TacoBell to spread the word about…
read nowCinnabon sending care packages to deployed soldiers
October 5, 2012
Cinnabon Inc. is partnering with Operation Gratitude for its third annual "Hugs from Home" campaign to send care packages to deployed U.S. soldiers.
read nowYum! Brands launches employee volunteer program
October 4, 2012
Yum! Brands, parent of KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell, has launched a global initiative aimed at empowering the company's more than 1.4 million associates to…
read nowMcDonald's restaurants host children's toothbrush collection drives
October 3, 2012
In honor of National Dental Hygiene Month, McDonald's Restaurants in Philadelphia are holding toothbrush collection drives throughout October. As part of the…
read nowBurger King Scholars Program launches fall fundraiser
October 3, 2012
Burger King's charitable arm, The McLamore Foundation, has launched its annual fall fundraiser in support of the company's Scholars Program.
read nowDoc Popcorn raising money for breast cancer prevention efforts
October 2, 2012
In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Popcorn Popping Month, Doc Popcorn has announced the launch of its "Popping for Pink" campaign.
read nowGreat American Cookies launches literacy awareness campaign
October 2, 2012
Great American Cookies kicked off National Cookie Month Monday by giving away free chocolate chip cookies to customers all day. The chain is also celebrating…
read nowWhite Castle sets fundraising record for autism organization
October 2, 2012
White Castle customers and team members raised $500,100 for Autism Speaks by selling puzzle pieces for one month in more than 400 restaurants. The 12-state…
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