Chicken Salad Chick Foundation Smashes Donation Record with $382,604.30 to CURE Childhood Cancer
Event summary
- Chicken Salad Chick Foundation raised $382,604.30 for CURE Childhood Cancer in 2025, a $50,000+ increase from the prior year.
- Funds were collected through the Cookies for a CURE campaign (September 2025) and Giving Card program (November-December 2025).
- Since 2017, the foundation has donated over $2 million to pediatric cancer research and food insecurity initiatives.
- The donation was presented at the 2026 Chicken Salad Chick annual owner conference on March 23.
The big picture
Chicken Salad Chick's record-breaking donation underscores the growing role of corporate social responsibility in the fast-casual restaurant sector. The brand's ability to leverage its customer base for philanthropic efforts reflects broader industry trends where companies are increasingly integrating social impact into their core business models. With over 335 locations, Chicken Salad Chick's scale positions it to make meaningful contributions to causes like pediatric cancer research while differentiating itself in a competitive market.
What we're watching
- Fundraising Momentum
- Whether Chicken Salad Chick can sustain this year-over-year growth in donations through its existing programs.
- Community Engagement
- How the brand's ability to drive guest participation in philanthropic initiatives will evolve as it expands.
- Strategic Partnerships
- The potential for Chicken Salad Chick to deepen its collaboration with CURE Childhood Cancer beyond financial contributions.
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