Location(s): Nationwide (see linked article for info on specific locations)
What they donate: Grants via The Starbucks Foundation programs. Starbucks is not currently seeking opportunities for national or local partnerships or sponsorships. In addition, they are not accepting product or in-kind requests.
Preferred Recipients: Projects that support social investments in coffee-, tea- and cocoa-producing communities.
Location(s): Nationwide (see linked article for info on specific locations)
What they donate: Donation depends on request. e.g. meals and snacks
Preferred Recipients: Some prefer 501(c)(3) nonprofits (see linked article for info on specific requirements)
Special note: Only specific Chick-Fil-A locations are able to donate to nonprofits. What items they donate and their required lead times vary by location.
Location(s): AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI
What they donate: Winery direct wines offered at 30% off in all locations except ct, ma, and other select markets; (temporarily suspended) private wine class for 20 in all locations except available in wi, co, and other select markets
Preferred Recipients: 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Organizations related to Local Community
The following popular retailers do not have active giving programs that are open to public application: Home Depot, Lowes, Best Buy, Apple, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, PetSmart, Crate and Barrel.
What they donate: Depends on request, e.g. admission tickets
Preferred Recipients: None specified
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Location(s): CA, TX, GA, OK, NY, MD, MA (link above is for the Valencia location. Check TheShareWay’s directory for the Six Flags location in your state)
What they donate: Admission tickets
Preferred Recipients: 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Organizations related to Local Community
What they donate: Depends on request, e.g. admission tickets
Preferred Recipients: 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Organizations related to Health, Children, Local Community
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of companies accept online donation requests?
Companies across most consumer categories accept online donation requests, including airlines, hotels, restaurants, grocery stores, beauty and fashion brands, outdoors and sporting goods companies, retailers, sports teams, museums, and amusement parks. Examples in this post include JetBlue, the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE, Chipotle, Kroger, Kendra Scott, REI, Target, the LA Dodgers, the Indianapolis Children's Museum, and Topgolf. TheShareWay's full database covers over 1000 donor companies.
How far in advance should I submit a donation request?
Plan on 21 to 90 days depending on the company. Trader Joe's, Wawa Foundation, Dunkin' Donuts, and the Ritz-Carlton San Francisco each ask for 21 days, while Chipotle, McDonald's, CVS, and the Chicago Cubs ask for 42 days, and Adidas, Bath and Body Works, Kohl's, Total Wine, and Meijer ask for 60. Build-a-Bear, the San Francisco Giants, and Great Wolf Lodge ask for 90 days or more.
Do I need 501(c)(3) status to request a donation?
Most of the companies here prefer or require 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including Trader Joe's, Chipotle, Adidas, CVS, Costco, and Oriental Trading. A few list other preferences instead, such as McDonald's, Subway, Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, and Wegmans, which prioritize local community organizations. Target also accepts requests from accredited schools and government agencies.
What does the star next to a company mean on TheShareWay?
The star marks a top donor. Top donors have five or more approved donations and a 20% or higher approval rate on TheShareWay. In this post that includes Habit Burger, Total Wine, doTERRA, CVS, Oriental Trading, Knit Picks, The BroBasket, and Topgolf.
Which popular retailers do not accept donation requests?
Home Depot, Lowes, Best Buy, Apple, Michael's, Hobby Lobby, PetSmart, and Crate and Barrel do not have active giving programs open to public application. Starbucks gives through The Starbucks Foundation and is not accepting product or in-kind requests. For in-kind goods, look instead to the companies listed here that publish an application.
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