KFC Calls On Competitors To Halt The Chicken Sandwich Wars For One Day Only To Fight A Bigger Enemy: Hunger
KFC is donating $1 from each KFC Chicken Sandwich sold on Giving Tuesday to fight hunger
LOUISVILLE, KY (StLouisRestaurantReview) Yesterday, KFC is calling on all worthy chicken sandwich purveyors to put their differences aside in the name of fighting hunger. On Giving Tuesday (November 30), KFC will donate $1 for each KFC Chicken Sandwich sold* (including KFC Chicken Sandwich meals) to Blessings in a Backpack to provide weekend meals to children who might otherwise go hungry. The organization was selected as the donation recipient by KFC restaurant team members.
In addition to the donation to Blessings in a Backpack, KFC is challenging its competitors in the chicken sandwich game to put down their arms – er, wings –and join forces to donate to a deserving non-profit organization of their choice to fight hunger. Or they can stop by their local KFC and grab a KFC Chicken Sandwich, and we'll donate for them.
The KFC Chicken Sandwich – dubbed its best sandwich ever – was introduced nationwide earlier this year and quickly became fan favorite featuring a double-breaded, Extra Crispy chicken breast filet, buttery brioche bun, thick pickles, and the perfect amount of the Colonel's real mayo or spicy sauce.
On Giving Tuesday, get your favorite KFC Chicken Sandwich – in classic or spicy – by visiting your local KFC restaurant or ordering ahead for delivery or Quick Pick-Up on the KFC app or at KFC.com. Then, show your support by sharing on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook using the hashtag #ChickenSandwichForGood.
KFC has partnered with Blessings in a Backpack since 2017. Employees at KFC's Louisville, Ky.-based headquarters volunteer weekly to provide and physically package up meals for more than 350 local students to take home for the weekend. At the height of the pandemic, KFC also donated $400,000 to Blessings in a Backpack to feed children unable to receive school meals due to the COVID-19 pandemic. During the 2020-2021 school year, Blessings in a Backpack distributed 2.2 million bags of ready-to-eat food to children at more than 1,090 schools in the U.S.
KFC has also been feeding and supporting local communities through donations of one million pieces of chicken. In the past 18 months, KFC has donated over three million pieces of chicken and partnered with notable non-profit organizations like Meals on Wheels and Big Brothers Big Sisters to feed frontline healthcare workers, students, teachers, and homebound seniors in need.
* KFC will donate to Blessings in a Backpack $1.00 for every sale of the KFC Chicken Sandwich, including KFC Chicken Sandwich meals, on November 30, 2021, with a minimum guaranteed donation of $250,000 and a maximum donation of $300,000. For more information about Blessings in a Backpack, visit www.blessingsinabackpack.org.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/kfc-calls-on-competitors-fight-hunger/
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Cracker Barrel Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Results and Declares Quarterly Dividend
The company reports positive comparable store total net sales versus pre-pandemic levels
LEBANON, TN (StLouisRestaurantReview) Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. ("Cracker Barrel" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CBRL) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2022 ended October 29, 2021.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Highlights
- Compared to the first quarter of fiscal 20191, comparable store restaurant sales increased 1.4% and comparable store retail sales increased 17.6%.
- Comparable store off-premise restaurant sales grew 168% compared to the first quarter of 20191 and represented approximately 20% of restaurant sales.
- GAAP operating income in the first quarter was $42.9 million, or 5.5% of total revenue, and adjusted2 operating income was $46.1 million, or 5.9% of total revenue.
- GAAP net income was $33.4 million, or 4.3% of total revenue. EBITDA2 was $71.9 million, or 9.2% of total revenue.
- GAAP earnings per diluted share were $1.41, and adjusted2 earnings per diluted share were $1.52.
- The Company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $1.30 per share on the Company's common stock, payable on February 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on January 14, 2022.
Commenting on the business, Cracker Barrel President and Chief Executive Officer Sandra B. Cochran said, "I'm pleased with the improvement we saw in our first quarter comparable restaurant sales and the continued strength of our retail sales. The progress we made on staffing and the incredible efforts of our operating teams contributed significantly to our sales results in the first quarter and positioned us well for the important holiday season and our second quarter generally. Although we still face an uncertain business environment, our sales trends give us confidence that we should see further improvement in our comparable store sales in the second quarter. We believe that as our guests return to a more traditional holiday season and look to Cracker Barrel to be a part of their family gatherings and celebrations with friends, our dedicated and talented employees, and leadership teams will meet their expectations, whether they visit our retail shops and dining rooms, or enjoy our food at home."
NOTE: This is NOT the complete release. Visit the Cracker Barrel website for complete details.
SOURCE: Cracker Barrel Country Stores, Inc.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/cracker-barrel-financial-report-first-quarter-fiscal-2022/
The company reports positive comparable store total net sales versus pre-pandemic levels
LEBANON, TN (StLouisRestaurantReview) Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. ("Cracker Barrel" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CBRL) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2022 ended October 29, 2021.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Highlights
- Compared to the first quarter of fiscal 20191, comparable store restaurant sales increased 1.4% and comparable store retail sales increased 17.6%.
- Comparable store off-premise restaurant sales grew 168% compared to the first quarter of 20191 and represented approximately 20% of restaurant sales.
- GAAP operating income in the first quarter was $42.9 million, or 5.5% of total revenue, and adjusted2 operating income was $46.1 million, or 5.9% of total revenue.
- GAAP net income was $33.4 million, or 4.3% of total revenue. EBITDA2 was $71.9 million, or 9.2% of total revenue.
- GAAP earnings per diluted share were $1.41, and adjusted2 earnings per diluted share were $1.52.
- The Company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $1.30 per share on the Company's common stock, payable on February 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on January 14, 2022.
Commenting on the business, Cracker Barrel President and Chief Executive Officer Sandra B. Cochran said, "I'm pleased with the improvement we saw in our first quarter comparable restaurant sales and the continued strength of our retail sales. The progress we made on staffing and the incredible efforts of our operating teams contributed significantly to our sales results in the first quarter and positioned us well for the important holiday season and our second quarter generally. Although we still face an uncertain business environment, our sales trends give us confidence that we should see further improvement in our comparable store sales in the second quarter. We believe that as our guests return to a more traditional holiday season and look to Cracker Barrel to be a part of their family gatherings and celebrations with friends, our dedicated and talented employees, and leadership teams will meet their expectations, whether they visit our retail shops and dining rooms, or enjoy our food at home."
NOTE: This is NOT the complete release. Visit the Cracker Barrel website for complete details.
SOURCE: Cracker Barrel Country Stores, Inc.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/cracker-barrel-financial-report-first-quarter-fiscal-2022/
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
Tradicional 314 Mexican Restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisines to the Creve Coeur neighborhood.
CREVE COEUR, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Tradicional 314 has opened in Creve Coeur, serving the best Mexican cuisines to the Creve Coeur neighborhood. Mexican restaurants are among the most popular restaurants, but Creve Coeur lacked top-quality Mexican restaurant options.
While it is hard to see, it is easily accessible from Olive Blvd and North New Ballas intersection in the Aldi's facility with their storefront facing North New Ballas.
They offer a fully stocked bar, authentic Mexican cuisines, and an authentic Mexican atmosphere.
View Tradicional 314 Listing
Links:
- Website
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/tradicional-314-mexican-restaurant-opens-in-creve-coeur/
CREVE COEUR, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Tradicional 314 has opened in Creve Coeur, serving the best Mexican cuisines to the Creve Coeur neighborhood. Mexican restaurants are among the most popular restaurants, but Creve Coeur lacked top-quality Mexican restaurant options.
While it is hard to see, it is easily accessible from Olive Blvd and North New Ballas intersection in the Aldi's facility with their storefront facing North New Ballas.
They offer a fully stocked bar, authentic Mexican cuisines, and an authentic Mexican atmosphere.
View Tradicional 314 Listing
Links:
- Website
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/tradicional-314-mexican-restaurant-opens-in-creve-coeur/
Join Candicci's Restaurant and Bar for Thanksgiving Day Buffet - Still Accepting Last-Minute Reservations
BALLWIN, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Candicci's Restaurant and Bar in Ballwin, MO, still accept last-minute reservations for their famous holiday buffet.
All-you-can-eat buffet for $26.99 for adults. There is a lot of food to choose from and something for just about every taste bud.
Candicci's has been known for their famous holiday buffets for more than 40 years. Last year they provided holiday meals for pickup, but it is back to normal this year, and they don't plan to disappoint any customers. It is almost a celebration to get back to normal.
Online ordering will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Candicci's address and phone:
100 Holloway Road
Ballwin, Missouri 63011
Phone: +1 636-220-8989
Email: Candiccis@gmail.com
CLICK to VIEW BUFFET MENU
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/candiccis-accepting-reservations-thanksgiving-day-buffet/
BALLWIN, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Candicci's Restaurant and Bar in Ballwin, MO, still accept last-minute reservations for their famous holiday buffet.
All-you-can-eat buffet for $26.99 for adults. There is a lot of food to choose from and something for just about every taste bud.
Candicci's has been known for their famous holiday buffets for more than 40 years. Last year they provided holiday meals for pickup, but it is back to normal this year, and they don't plan to disappoint any customers. It is almost a celebration to get back to normal.
Online ordering will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Candicci's address and phone:
100 Holloway Road
Ballwin, Missouri 63011
Phone: +1 636-220-8989
Email: Candiccis@gmail.com
CLICK to VIEW BUFFET MENU
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/candiccis-accepting-reservations-thanksgiving-day-buffet/
It's The Most "Wonder-full" Time of The Year - Pizza Hut Unveils New Holiday Hut Shop™ Collection With Pizza-Themed Gifts For All Pizza Lovers
Merrymakers can also enjoy the fan-favorite Triple Treat Box®, a decadent trio of delicious delights available just in time for your festive holiday feast
PLANO, TX (StLouisRestaurantReview) Do your stockings need to be stuffed? What about your belly? Hold on for dear life because there's good news—Pizza Hut is working harder than the entire North Pole this holiday season and is now THE gift destination for pizza lovers everywhere. With the release of the new holiday Hut Shop collection and family-favorite Triple Treat Box, Pizza Hut is proudly showcasing that no one can "out holiday the Hut" this season.
Starting today, pizza lovers can get their mittens on the new, limited-edition holiday Hut Shop collection by Pizza Hut, available at the holiday Hut Shop (PizzaHutShop.com). The one-stop (online) shop has everything festive fans need to begin crossing off their holiday shopping lists, from matching pajamas for the whole family and an authentic Matchbox® Pizza Hut playset for the kids to wine and rocks glasses that level up the classic red cup from childhood. Sleigh, what?! The full line includes the following items—but hurry—these gifts are available for a limited time and yule be sorry if you miss them:
- For The Family - Matching Pajama Set - $39.991: Get nestled all snug in your bed and have visions of Cinnabon® Mini Rolls2 dancing through your head. Do we even need to say more?
- For The Kids - Matchbox Playset - $8.99: Bring home your favorite pizza place and turn playtime into pizza time. Fun for all, whether you're a kid or one of those guys with toys all over his desk. (Pizza sold separately.)
For The Adults -
- Wine Glasses (set of 2) - $19.99: Fancify any pizza night with a red cup wine glass. If you thought drinks hit differently in the red cup, wait 'til you try it with a stem.
- Rocks Glasses (set of 2) - $19.99: For all the pizza lovers who take their soda on the rocks, this glass is for you. We took the classic cup from your childhood and made it for adults.
- For The Tree - Pizza Hut Ornaments (set of 3) - $29.99: If the star is the most important part of the tree, these Pizza Hut ornaments are the most delicious. Let the whole family know your pizza love wasn't just a phase
- For Everyone - Gift Wrapping Set (2 rolls of wrapping paper, 25 sheets of tissue paper, 15 gift tags) - $24.99: Maybe every gift can't be from Pizza Hut, but you can get gifts that look like Pizza Hut. Wrap it, rip it, then eat a slice off it.
"This drop was actually inspired by last year's fan-favorite holiday commercial. Fans were asking us to recreate the ornaments, so we did plus a whole lot more," said Lindsay Morgan, chief marketing officer, Pizza Hut. "There's truly something for everyone on your list. I, for one, can guarantee that my little ones are going to be thrilled to see that Matchbox® playset sitting under the tree."
While there's nothing like turning a Scrooge's frown upside down with the perfect gift, Pizza Hut knows that no celebration is complete without a full-on feast. Slightly better than some warm milk and stale cookies, the Triple Treat Box is available to all, naughty or nice, for a limited time at participating Pizza Hut locations nationwide. The specially wrapped offering includes two medium, one-topping pizzas, five breadsticks, and ten Cinnabon® Mini Rolls, making it a gift the whole family can enjoy. The fan-favorite is available, while supplies last, starting at $22.99 (at select locations).
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/pizza-hut-holiday-pizza-themed-gifts/
Merrymakers can also enjoy the fan-favorite Triple Treat Box®, a decadent trio of delicious delights available just in time for your festive holiday feast
PLANO, TX (StLouisRestaurantReview) Do your stockings need to be stuffed? What about your belly? Hold on for dear life because there's good news—Pizza Hut is working harder than the entire North Pole this holiday season and is now THE gift destination for pizza lovers everywhere. With the release of the new holiday Hut Shop collection and family-favorite Triple Treat Box, Pizza Hut is proudly showcasing that no one can "out holiday the Hut" this season.
Starting today, pizza lovers can get their mittens on the new, limited-edition holiday Hut Shop collection by Pizza Hut, available at the holiday Hut Shop (PizzaHutShop.com). The one-stop (online) shop has everything festive fans need to begin crossing off their holiday shopping lists, from matching pajamas for the whole family and an authentic Matchbox® Pizza Hut playset for the kids to wine and rocks glasses that level up the classic red cup from childhood. Sleigh, what?! The full line includes the following items—but hurry—these gifts are available for a limited time and yule be sorry if you miss them:
- For The Family - Matching Pajama Set - $39.991: Get nestled all snug in your bed and have visions of Cinnabon® Mini Rolls2 dancing through your head. Do we even need to say more?
- For The Kids - Matchbox Playset - $8.99: Bring home your favorite pizza place and turn playtime into pizza time. Fun for all, whether you're a kid or one of those guys with toys all over his desk. (Pizza sold separately.)
For The Adults -
- Wine Glasses (set of 2) - $19.99: Fancify any pizza night with a red cup wine glass. If you thought drinks hit differently in the red cup, wait 'til you try it with a stem.
- Rocks Glasses (set of 2) - $19.99: For all the pizza lovers who take their soda on the rocks, this glass is for you. We took the classic cup from your childhood and made it for adults.
- For The Tree - Pizza Hut Ornaments (set of 3) - $29.99: If the star is the most important part of the tree, these Pizza Hut ornaments are the most delicious. Let the whole family know your pizza love wasn't just a phase
- For Everyone - Gift Wrapping Set (2 rolls of wrapping paper, 25 sheets of tissue paper, 15 gift tags) - $24.99: Maybe every gift can't be from Pizza Hut, but you can get gifts that look like Pizza Hut. Wrap it, rip it, then eat a slice off it.
"This drop was actually inspired by last year's fan-favorite holiday commercial. Fans were asking us to recreate the ornaments, so we did plus a whole lot more," said Lindsay Morgan, chief marketing officer, Pizza Hut. "There's truly something for everyone on your list. I, for one, can guarantee that my little ones are going to be thrilled to see that Matchbox® playset sitting under the tree."
While there's nothing like turning a Scrooge's frown upside down with the perfect gift, Pizza Hut knows that no celebration is complete without a full-on feast. Slightly better than some warm milk and stale cookies, the Triple Treat Box is available to all, naughty or nice, for a limited time at participating Pizza Hut locations nationwide. The specially wrapped offering includes two medium, one-topping pizzas, five breadsticks, and ten Cinnabon® Mini Rolls, making it a gift the whole family can enjoy. The fan-favorite is available, while supplies last, starting at $22.99 (at select locations).
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/pizza-hut-holiday-pizza-themed-gifts/
Friday, November 19, 2021
Easing Back into Holiday? Denny's Turkey & Dressing Dinner Pack is Here to Provide a Convenient and Delicious Thanksgiving Dinner
America's Diner will also be open on Thanksgiving Day.
SPARTANBURG, SC (StLouisRestaurantReview) Denny's is bringing back its annual festive family-style Turkey & Dressing Dinner Pack, offering guests another year of stress-free fixings to enjoy this Thanksgiving. Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs are available for ordering starting today until Wednesday, November 24 at 6 p.m. EST by ordering exclusively on Dennys.com or Denny's app. Orders will be available for pickup between November 20 through November 25.
Generously portioned for four people, the Turkey & Dressing Dinner Pack is prepared ready to heat and serve and features holiday staples including tender carved turkey breast, savory bread stuffing, red-skinned mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, and a choice of fresh steamed broccoli or corn.
For those wishing to dine out this year, Denny's is open on Thanksgiving Day, offering a safe dining experience for the holiday. Denny's is committed to ensuring its restaurants are operating safely to welcome guests back in dining rooms. The company has created best-in-class practices for operations, customer service, and cleaning and sanitation to deliver the same high-quality food and great experience that Denny's is known for in a safe manner.
If dining at Denny's, guests can enjoy a variety of favorite menu items, including the Turkey & Dressing Dinner, featuring tender carved turkey breast paired with savory stuffing, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce and served with two sides and dinner bread. Denny's has dessert covered with decadent Pumpkin or Pecan Pie for the end-to-end festive experience guests can be thankful for. Guests can also enjoy the new Pecan Panookie, a warm chocolate chip cookie dessert filled with molten chocolate, topped with premium vanilla ice cream, pecan pie sauce, and glazed pecan. The seasonal dinner is available for a limited time for dine-in, pickup, or delivery nationwide at participating locations.
"We're very committed to offering our guests both options of enjoying a delicious dinner at home or in our booths safely this Thanksgiving," said John Dillon, chief brand officer of Denny's. "No matter which way you choose to celebrate this year, we're happy to be able to provide the traditional dishes our guests have come to enjoy and take comfort in year after year."
Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs must be ordered online at least 24 hours before the desired pickup time. This special dining option is not available for dine-in and is offered at participating Denny's locations for a limited time.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/dennys-turkey-dressing-dinner-pack/
America's Diner will also be open on Thanksgiving Day.
SPARTANBURG, SC (StLouisRestaurantReview) Denny's is bringing back its annual festive family-style Turkey & Dressing Dinner Pack, offering guests another year of stress-free fixings to enjoy this Thanksgiving. Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs are available for ordering starting today until Wednesday, November 24 at 6 p.m. EST by ordering exclusively on Dennys.com or Denny's app. Orders will be available for pickup between November 20 through November 25.
Generously portioned for four people, the Turkey & Dressing Dinner Pack is prepared ready to heat and serve and features holiday staples including tender carved turkey breast, savory bread stuffing, red-skinned mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, and a choice of fresh steamed broccoli or corn.
For those wishing to dine out this year, Denny's is open on Thanksgiving Day, offering a safe dining experience for the holiday. Denny's is committed to ensuring its restaurants are operating safely to welcome guests back in dining rooms. The company has created best-in-class practices for operations, customer service, and cleaning and sanitation to deliver the same high-quality food and great experience that Denny's is known for in a safe manner.
If dining at Denny's, guests can enjoy a variety of favorite menu items, including the Turkey & Dressing Dinner, featuring tender carved turkey breast paired with savory stuffing, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce and served with two sides and dinner bread. Denny's has dessert covered with decadent Pumpkin or Pecan Pie for the end-to-end festive experience guests can be thankful for. Guests can also enjoy the new Pecan Panookie, a warm chocolate chip cookie dessert filled with molten chocolate, topped with premium vanilla ice cream, pecan pie sauce, and glazed pecan. The seasonal dinner is available for a limited time for dine-in, pickup, or delivery nationwide at participating locations.
"We're very committed to offering our guests both options of enjoying a delicious dinner at home or in our booths safely this Thanksgiving," said John Dillon, chief brand officer of Denny's. "No matter which way you choose to celebrate this year, we're happy to be able to provide the traditional dishes our guests have come to enjoy and take comfort in year after year."
Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs must be ordered online at least 24 hours before the desired pickup time. This special dining option is not available for dine-in and is offered at participating Denny's locations for a limited time.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/dennys-turkey-dressing-dinner-pack/
The Taco Bell Foundation offers up to $7 million in scholarships to encourage students to pursue their passion, whatever that might look like
IRVINE, CA (StLouisRestaurantReview) Thursday, the Taco Bell Foundation announced the opening of its seventh annual Live Más Scholarship application period, offering up to $7 million in scholarships to ambitious students across the country, including more than $2 million specifically for Taco Bell team members hungry for the future.
This year, newly appointed Chief Impact Officer Lil Nas X is helping the Taco Bell Foundation launch the Live Más Scholarship application to enable students from all backgrounds to pursue their passions. Having worked at an Atlanta area Taco Bell during his teenage years, Lil Nas X knows what it takes to unleash potential and ignite change in unconventional ways. Live Más Scholarship applicants are encouraged to channel their inner Lil Nas X in their application videos to show how their pursuit of higher education will empower them to make a meaningful impact.
"Taco Bell has a really special place in my heart – ever since I worked there, I've always been amazed at how they look out for their team members and fans," said Taco Bell's Chief Impact Officer Lil Nas X. "I know there's a lot of young people like me out there who are taking non-traditional paths to follow their dreams, so I'm super excited to play a part in making sure more of them know Taco Bell has their back when it comes to achieving those goals."
Students ages 16-26 are encouraged to apply for the passion-based scholarship. The application is non-traditional and only requires a two-minute video describing your passion, a positive change you want to make in the world, and how your education will help you achieve that goal. The scholarship does not require students to submit grades, essays, or test scores, and the funds apply to multiple education paths, including community colleges and trade schools. Winners join a community of passionate changemakers and gain access to real-world opportunities, professional connections, and a nationwide mentorship network.
The application period will close on January 11, 2022, and recipients will be announced in Spring 2022. The awards are $5,000, $10,000 or $25,000 per student. The Taco Bell Foundation will award over $2 million to Taco Bell team members who have been a part of the Taco Bell family for at least 30 continuous days. The previous 90-day employment requirement was reduced to 30 to encourage scholarship applications among team members and incentivize prospective job candidates. In addition to the scholarships reserved for team members, the Taco Bell Foundation will offer up to $5 million in new and renewal scholarships for students nationwide.
To raise money for the scholarship fund, the Taco Bell Foundation partners with Taco Bell restaurants to host National Fundraisers twice a year. From November 11 - December 25, customers can round up their order total to the nearest dollar to support the Taco Bell Foundation in helping young people nationwide pursue their passions through the Live Más Scholarship. Fans can also support by purchasing hats, t-shirts, pencils, and notebooks from Taco Bell Foundation Collection merchandise on the Taco Shop—all profit from the sale of these items will go towards scholarships, grants, and programming.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/taco-bell-spices-up-the-path-to-higher-education-with-lil-nas-x/
IRVINE, CA (StLouisRestaurantReview) Thursday, the Taco Bell Foundation announced the opening of its seventh annual Live Más Scholarship application period, offering up to $7 million in scholarships to ambitious students across the country, including more than $2 million specifically for Taco Bell team members hungry for the future.
This year, newly appointed Chief Impact Officer Lil Nas X is helping the Taco Bell Foundation launch the Live Más Scholarship application to enable students from all backgrounds to pursue their passions. Having worked at an Atlanta area Taco Bell during his teenage years, Lil Nas X knows what it takes to unleash potential and ignite change in unconventional ways. Live Más Scholarship applicants are encouraged to channel their inner Lil Nas X in their application videos to show how their pursuit of higher education will empower them to make a meaningful impact.
"Taco Bell has a really special place in my heart – ever since I worked there, I've always been amazed at how they look out for their team members and fans," said Taco Bell's Chief Impact Officer Lil Nas X. "I know there's a lot of young people like me out there who are taking non-traditional paths to follow their dreams, so I'm super excited to play a part in making sure more of them know Taco Bell has their back when it comes to achieving those goals."
Students ages 16-26 are encouraged to apply for the passion-based scholarship. The application is non-traditional and only requires a two-minute video describing your passion, a positive change you want to make in the world, and how your education will help you achieve that goal. The scholarship does not require students to submit grades, essays, or test scores, and the funds apply to multiple education paths, including community colleges and trade schools. Winners join a community of passionate changemakers and gain access to real-world opportunities, professional connections, and a nationwide mentorship network.
The application period will close on January 11, 2022, and recipients will be announced in Spring 2022. The awards are $5,000, $10,000 or $25,000 per student. The Taco Bell Foundation will award over $2 million to Taco Bell team members who have been a part of the Taco Bell family for at least 30 continuous days. The previous 90-day employment requirement was reduced to 30 to encourage scholarship applications among team members and incentivize prospective job candidates. In addition to the scholarships reserved for team members, the Taco Bell Foundation will offer up to $5 million in new and renewal scholarships for students nationwide.
To raise money for the scholarship fund, the Taco Bell Foundation partners with Taco Bell restaurants to host National Fundraisers twice a year. From November 11 - December 25, customers can round up their order total to the nearest dollar to support the Taco Bell Foundation in helping young people nationwide pursue their passions through the Live Más Scholarship. Fans can also support by purchasing hats, t-shirts, pencils, and notebooks from Taco Bell Foundation Collection merchandise on the Taco Shop—all profit from the sale of these items will go towards scholarships, grants, and programming.
https://stlouisrestaurantreview.com/taco-bell-spices-up-the-path-to-higher-education-with-lil-nas-x/
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