As the situation in Ukraine continues to deteriorate, many are asking how they can help. In fact, this was one of the most frequent questions I got in San Diego this past week, showing the dedication our community has to giving back. Service to our communities, and to others, is...
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The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting not only the bottom line of franchise owners and franchisees, but the very livelihoods, health and safety of everyone in every community. Franchises are deeply rooted in their communities and strive on a regular basis to give back to those in need. This commitment hasn’t stopped during the pandemic – in fact, it’s only grown. Below is a collection of stories of how franchises are giving back during this crisis.
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Petland stores raise more than $140,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
The numbers are in! Petland stores nationwide raised more than $140,000 during the 2018 St. Jude Halloween Pin-Up Promotion benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, which is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. “This year, our franchisees more than doubled their...
Petland Heath launches shelter effort
Petland in Heath has been matching the right pet with the right customer since 1986. They are now also helping support families who find the right pet at the Licking County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. Beginning February 1, any individual or family who adopts a dog from the Licking...
Lendio Provides More Than 5,000 Kiva Loans to Support Women-Owned Businesses Around the World
Through this charitable initiative, Lendio has donated more than $130,000 to underserved business owners in the developing world and beyond Lendio announced today that through continued efforts to support business growth around the world, the Lendio Gives program has funded more than 5,000 Kiva microloans. To-date, Lendio’s employee contribution and...
Petland Charities partners with RCHS
The Ross County Humane Society (RCHS) and Petland Charities are excited to announce their partnership to provide food for the dogs housed at the shelter during 2019. The program, which begins February 1, will provide Petland’s private label Heartland Naturals dog food at no cost to the shelter. RCHS Executive...