AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schlotzsky's knows the value of a dollar and is making use of it through the month of September. The popular home of The Original® oven-baked sandwich is launching a month-long charity drive with JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes research, and will reward guests who give back with discounts on food.
Step Up! For JDRF
Schlotzsky’s Step Up! Campaign, features a “Give $1, Get $1” system-wide promotion, which offers guests a coupon for $1 off their next Schlotzsky’s purchase for every $1 they donate to JDRF through September 28. A new addition this year, participating Schlotzsky’s locations will host a National Fundraising Night Tuesday, Sept. 9, donating 15 percent of all sales from 5-8 p.m. directly to JDRF. Schlotzsky’s aims to raise $200,000 this year, which would total more than $500,000 raised through the partnership in just three years.
“September is really a win-win month for our loyal guests, who can feel good about coming into our restaurants,” said Kelly Roddy, president of Schlotzsky’s. “JDRF is a cause that’s close to our hearts and we’re excited to raise money while offering a significant value for families looking to save money during this busy time of year.”
As the largest charitable supporter of type 1 diabetes research, JDRF is currently sponsoring $568 million in scientific research in 17 countries. In 2012 alone, JDRF provided more than $110 million to T1D research.
“We are grateful to Schlotzsky’s for the continued support of our efforts to fight type 1 diabetes (T1D),” said Margo K. Lucero, vice president of corporate for JDRF. “The dollars raised through the commitment of Schlotzsky’s employees and customers will fund the research that will help people living with the disease live healthier and longer lives, furthering our vision of creating a world without T1D”
Pick 2 is For You!
Guests can redeem the coupons earned from donating to JDRF for any entrée, including more than 1,600 Pick 2 is for You! combinations available under $8. Pick 2 is For You is a great value option that is featured through the month of September and available year round. It offers the choice of any two of the following: half medium oven-baked sandwich, half gourmet pizza, half Artisan flatbread, half fresh-tossed salad or bowl of signature soup.
New on the menu this fall are soup toppers that bring exciting new flavors to Schlotzsky’s homemade soups, including:
- Potato with Bacon Soup topped with cheddar cheese, bacon bits and green onions
- Tomato Basil Soup topped with basil pesto and parmesan cheese
- Chicken Tortilla Soup topped with tri-color tortilla strips
- Chili with Beans topped with cheddar cheese, red onion & jalapeño
For more information or to find the nearest Schlotzsky’s location, visit www.schlotzskys.com.
About Schlotzsky’s
Since 1971, Schlotzsky's has been the home of The Original® oven-baked sandwich. The menu has evolved with customers' tastes to include the highest quality sandwiches, pizzas, flatbreads, salads, and soups available today. With more than 350 locations worldwide, Schlotzsky's is the fast-casual choice for a quick, healthful, and fresh dining experience. Schlotzsky’s is enjoyed around the world, with restaurants in 36 states along with locations in Azerbaijan and Turkey. Schlotzsky’s is owned by FOCUS Brands Inc.®, the franchisor and operator of more than 4,000 Carvel®, Cinnabon®, Schlotzsky’s®, Moe’s Southwest Grill®, Auntie Anne’s® Pretzels, McAlister’s Deli® locations and the franchisor of Seattle’s Best Coffee® on certain military bases and in international markets. For more information, visit www.schlotzskys.com.
About JDRF
JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, regulatory influence, and a working plan to bring life-changing therapies from the lab to the community. As the largest charitable supporter of T1D research, JDRF is currently sponsoring $568 million in scientific research in 17 countries. For more information, please visit jdrf.org.