The Sioux City Journal reported that Wendy's restaurants in Sioux City, Sioux Falls, and South Sioux City recently raised $2,434 for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Read more from the Sioux City Journal here.
Giving Back Blog
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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Shane’s Rib Shack Raises $10,000 to the Rob Jones Journey
Shane's Rib Shack recently donated $10,000 to the Rob Jones Journey in an effort to assist raising awareness for wounded veterans. Jones is a Marine Corps veteran running 31 marathons in 31 days in 31 major cities. Shane's Rib Shack in McDonough, Georgia, presented him with the donation while he...
Sport Clips’ Help a Hero campaign raises $1.25 million
Sport Clips recently appeared on Fox & Friends to present a donation for $1.25 million raised through its "Help a Hero" campaign that benefits veteran scholarships. Check out the video here.
Franchising Gives Back helps Phoenix school
The 2018 Franchising Gives Back volunteer event took place Friday at the Brooks Academy, which provides services and after school care for children in the Roosevelt School District. IFA thanks all the volunteers for showcasing the spirit of community service! View Facebook photo album.
Robert Cresanti, CFE, on Malawi’s Pizza
The importance and widespread adoption of business “giving back” programs have been highlighted more than ever in recent months, after a series of seemingly endless natural disasters this year. More and more, businesses are also making corporate social responsibility a part of their core business plan. At the International Franchise Association,...