Franchise news

05.08.2011

Maggiano's Little Italy® franchise raises $750,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation®

Maggiano's has announced that its eighth annual campaign has raised $750,000 to help grant the wishes of 100 children. According to the information provided, the brand surpassed the stated goal to raise enough money to grant two wishes per restaurant, and to date, Maggiano's has raised $2.3 million for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, an organization which grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.

Steve Provost, president of Maggiano's Little Italy and board member of the of North Texas, commented, “Each year, our guests and teammates continue to open their hearts and stomachs to our 'Eat-A-Dish for Make-A-Wish' campaign, and we are incredibly thankful for their dedication and generosity. Thanks to their generous support, we were able to double last year's funds raised, enabling us to give back to our communities who give us so much."

Maggiano's Little Italy specializes in Italian-American cuisine served in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Maggiano's menu features both classic and contemporary recipes – authentic pastas, signature salads, prime steaks, fresh seafood, regular chef specials and specialty desserts. Maggiano's 45 locations worldwide offer lunch and dinner, delivery, carryout service and banquet spaces for special occasions. Maggiano's is owned and operated by Brinker International, Inc., one of the world's leading casual dining restaurant companies. Brinker owns or franchises more than 1,500 restaurants in 31 countries and two territories. (kbp)