Arby's is Thinking Big Brothers Big Sisters!; Donates $1.4 Million to Youth Mentoring Organization.ATLANTA -- As part of its long standing commitment to support Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS BBBS Big Brother Big Sister ) of America, and in celebration of the organization's centennial anniversary, Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. donated do·nate v. do·nat·ed, do·nat·ing, do·nates v.tr. To present as a gift to a fund or cause; contribute. v.intr. To make a contribution to a fund or cause. $432,000 to BBBS during a ceremony at the charity's headquarters in Philadelphia on Friday, January 13. The pledge brings Arby's two-year BBBS donation total to $1.4 million. Arby's, the world's largest corporate sponsor for BBBS, has been providing support to the charity to assist in the education and development of America's children through mentoring programs at local chapters as well as the national organization for more than 20 years. Doug Benham, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Arby's presented the check to Judy Vredenburgh, president and CEO of BBBS. "It's an honor to present this check to BBBS to assist them in reaching their goal of matching one million 'at risk' children by 2010," said Benham. "Our franchisees, suppliers and restaurant family are committed to fostering and developing today's youth so that they can in turn dream big, work hard and make a difference in this world." "We are extremely proud of our partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters and are excited to give back to the communities that have so generously supported us for more than 40 years," said Debbie Pike pike, in zoology pike, common name for the family Esocidae, freshwater game and food fishes of Europe, Asia, and North America. The pike, the muskellunge, and the pickerel form a small but well-known group of long, thin fishes with spineless dorsal fins, , Chief Marketing Officer, Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. "We are deeply appreciative of the outstanding, ongoing support Arby's has given us over so many decades," said Vredenburgh. "They are an invaluable corporate partner and friend. In addition to being the lead corporate sponsor of our recent centennial celebration, Arby's provides generous financial support that fuels our growth. This investment in children brings hope and possibility to the life of each child we serve, helping us create brighter futures, better schools and stronger communities." In addition to funds donated on a national level, the Arby's Charity Tour raised more than $3 million in 2005 for BBBS and other youth mentoring Youth mentoring is the process of matching caring, concerned adults with young people who may be at risk. The adult is usually unrelated and works as a volunteer through a community, school or church based social service program. programs through a series of corporate golf tournaments and special events held across the country. The Arby's Charity Tour, which was founded in 1996, has raised more than $18.7 million since its inception. About Arby's Restaurant Group Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Atlanta-based company that is the franchisor of the Arby's(R) restaurant system, which consists of nearly 3,500 restaurants worldwide. Of those restaurants, Arby's Restaurant Group is the owner and operator of more than 1,000 restaurants located in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . Founded in 1964, Arby's quick service restaurants specialize spe·cial·ize v. 1. To limit one's profession to a particular specialty or subject area for study, research, or treatment. 2. To adapt to a particular function or environment. in offering slow roasted roast v. roast·ed, roast·ing, roasts v.tr. 1. To cook with dry heat, as in an oven or near hot coals. 2. To dry, brown, or parch by exposing to heat. 3. and freshly sliced roast beef sandwiches as well as its Market Fresh(R) deli-style sandwiches, wraps and salads with the convenience of a drive-thru. Arby's offers guests a unique, better tasting alternative to traditional fast food with its one-of-a-kind menu items including the Beef 'n Cheddar, Curly Fries Curly Fries are a kind of french fry famous for their unique spring-like shape. Curly fries are generally made from whole potatoes that are cut using a specialised spiral slicer. Regular french fries are usually straight and yellow in color. and Jamocha shakes. Arby's Restaurant Group also owns and operates the T.J. Cinnamons(R) brand. Arby's Restaurant Group is a subsidiary of Triarc Companies, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : TRY, TRY.B). To learn more about Arby's unique tastes and franchising opportunities, please visit www.arbys.com. About Big Brother Big Sisters Big Brother Big Sisters is the oldest, largest, and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. It helps children reach their potential through one to one relationships, professionally supported, with measurable results. The organization serves 225,000 children, ages 6 through 18, in all 50 states. National research has shown that the positive relationships between youth and their Big Brothers and Big Sisters have a direct, measurable, and lasting impact on children's lives. The national office is located in Philadelphia. For additional information visit www.bigbrothersbigsisters.org. |
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