The leadership of Wings Etc., Inc. and its affiliated companies has announced the launch of The Wings Etc. Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization that will pursue the mission of “improving children’s lives.” As its first major initiative, the foundation has partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital with a goal to donate $250,000 to the charity in the first 12 months.
“Giving back is one of Wings Etc., Inc.’s core values, and we have always been committed to making a positive impact in our communities,” said Wings Etc. Chief Procurement Officer and President of The Wings Etc. Foundation Eric Stuczynski. “Because we know children are the future, our leadership has been determined to make deeper connections and implement more effective programs to address the needs of children.”
As of July 1, guests who dine at company-owned Wings Etc. locations can round up the total on their guest check or scan a QR code and make a separate donation to The Wings Etc. Foundation. The Wings Etc. Foundation will disburse donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through June 30, 2024. The round-up program will go live at all Wings Etc. locations on Aug 1.
In addition to St. Jude, The Wings Etc. Foundation has partnered with other established, child-focused healthcare providers, charitable organizations, and community groups whose missions and values align with theirs, including:
- Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital
- Beacon Children’s Hospital
- University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
- Big Brothers, Big Sisters
- Riley Children’s Health
- Toys for Tots
These and other organizations will receive direct contributions from The Wings Etc. Foundation and have already garnered donations from employees and owners of Wings Etc., Inc., WEOC, Inc., and owner-operators of franchise locations in the Wings Etc. Grill & Pub system.
“As we grow, the goal will be to help as many organizations as possible,” said Stuczynski. “Giving back is part of our DNA at Wings Etc., and we often ask how we can do more to help. The Wings Etc. Foundation will allow us to do that at a larger scale.”
To learn more about The Wings Etc. Foundation or to make a charitable donation, visit www.wingsetcfoundation.com.
About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.®
It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20% to more than 80% since the hospital opened in 1962. St. Jude won’t stop until no child dies from cancer.
St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live.
Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Join the St. Jude mission by visiting stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.
About the Wings Etc. Grill & Pub Franchise Opportunity
Founded in 1994 by Jim Weaver in the South Bend, Indiana, area, Wings Etc. is a family-friendly grill and pub with a diverse menu featuring award-winning jumbo Buffalo wings, 18 signature sauces and rubs, premium burgers, wraps, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, subs, kids meals, over 40 domestic and craft beer selections in bottles and on tap, dozens of large HDTVs tuned to sports programming, and a casual, non-corporate-y, laid-back “vibe” that makes people want to just come in and hang out. In addition to its popular sports programming, menu, and beverage options, Wings Etc. offers weekday lunch and food specials, online ordering, and much more.
Franchising since 2004, Wings Etc. Grill & Pub has been named one of Restaurant Business Magazine’s “Future Franchises,” has been named one of Franchise Gator’s “Top 100 Franchises” for several years, and was named a 2020 “Culture 100 Best of the Best” franchise by Franchise Business Review. In 2022, Wings Etc. was named a “Top 200 Food Franchise” and a “Top Sports Bar/Pub” by Entrepreneur Magazine. Wings Etc. continues to grow and succeed by partnering with franchise operators who share the Wings Etc. Vision, Mission, and Values, a commitment to building a successful business while helping build stronger communities and people (and to having fun!).
Wings Etc. offers single and multi-unit franchise options. The initial franchise fee is $39,500, with a $350,000 liquid cash investment, and $700,000 minimum net worth requirement for interested prospects. Wings Etc. offers one of the lowest startup costs and break-even franchise opportunities in the full-service restaurant segment. Priority growth markets include Ohio, Tennessee, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Illinois, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Alabama and Florida.
For more information about the Wings Etc. franchise opportunity, visit www.wingsetcfranchise.com.
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