
The Wendy's Company
Philanthropy
Supported Nonprofits

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

Casa Valentina

Church & Community Assistance Program

Flying Horse Farms

Keep Ohio Beautiful

Northern Rhode Island Food Pantry

Project Woman

One Dublin

The Childhood League Center

The Tumbleweed Program

United Way of Delaware County

Zebra Youth

Amaze

Brighter Future Academy Foundation
* This list of nonprofits may not be exhaustive - check The Wendy's Company's website for more information.
At Wendy’s®, we believe in giving back to the communities where we live, work, and play. From our longstanding support of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® to our Community Giving Program that supports a wide variety of organizations aimed at making a positive impact on foster care adoption, hunger and food integrity, youth and families, and vibrant communities, we strive every day to live our brand values "Give Something Back" and "Do the Right Thing".
- Youth Development60%
- Housing & Homelessness20%
- Human Services20%
- Environment & Climate10%
- Food Security & Agriculture10%
- Civil Rights & Social Justice10%
- Health & Wellness10%
The Highlights
Wendy’s Virtual Frosty 5K
We’re thrilled to continue the tradition of raising funds and awareness for the Foundation’s mission to find permanent, loving homes for children waiting in foster care with our 2026 Virtual Frosty 5K Run for Adoption race.
Learn moreCommunity Giving Program
At Wendy’s®, giving back is more than just something we do, it’s one of our core values. Whether it’s through our long-standing partnership with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® or through employee-led initiatives like our Community Giving Program, we’re committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities where we live, work, and serve your Wendy’s favorites.
Learn moreNational Foster Care Month
Yes, you scan! Wendy's® fans are invited to 'Make a Biggie™ Difference' in partnership with Coca-Cola® and Keurig Dr Pepper® this May in honor of National Foster Care Month. Each simple scan of the QR code located on select Wendy's cups* automatically unlock a $5 donation** from Wendy’s to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® to help the Foundation find forever families for children waiting in foster care, up to a $500,000 donation from the campaign. It really is that easy to support. A simple scan can make a biggie difference.
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