When Outdoor Living Brands® acquired the mosquito elimination franchise Mosquito Squad, it began looking for an opportunity to align the business with an important cause that both fit with the brand and elevated the purpose of the business to an even higher level. So when Mosquito Squad co-founder, Scott Zide...
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.
If you’re interested in sharing your story, please let us know.
For the latest updates, follow us on Twitter @ifafdn #FranchisingGivesBack
Premier Preschools Nationwide Complete First Year of Child Sponsorship Initiative
Preschoolers across the country are making a difference in the lives of children in rural communities of high need through a partnership between Primrose Schools, a high-quality early education and care provider with more than 300 schools coast-to-coast, and international nonprofit Save the Children®. For the past year, Primrose schools...
Dunkin’ Donuts-sponsored Canteen Truck Supports Local First Responders
For nearly three years, a Dunkin’ Donuts-sponsored canteen truck has supported fire, police, state and federal agencies in Worcester County, Massachusetts, as well as communities throughout New England. The initial donation of $250,000 in 2012 was in response to a lack of resources available to support local first responders after...
Home Services Brands Deliver Comfort to Children’s Hospital
Critical piece of equipment will be purchased, providing comfort to families that their children are getting the best care. Las Vegas, NV (April 7, 2015) - One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning®, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® and Mister Sparky® electric, part of the Direct Energy family of brands, donated $25,000 and...
The Dwyer Group Promotes “Light Haiti” Campaign
Delivering Up to 1,000 Solar Lights to a Haitian Village WACO, Texas (May 6, 2015) – The Dwyer Group, one of the world’s largest franchising companies of trade service brands, has partnered with New Vision Renewable Energy and Mission Waco Mission World to supply up to 1,000 solar-powered lights to...