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Survey shows 87% of restaurateurs give to charity
By Chris Elliott
December 20, 2011
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A CRFA member survey found that 87% of restaurant operators made a donation or contribution to a charity, community group or non-profit organization in the last 12 months. The average annual charitable contribution was $3,900 per unit – or $277 million for the overall restaurant industry.
How do operators give back?
According to the survey, respondents give back to their community in these ways:
- 71% donate gift certificates;
- 61% give food;
- 55% donate cash; and
- 42% raise money for charities.
About the survey
The above results are based on an electronic survey of restaurant operators from Sept. 19 to 28 that garnered 345 responses. A donation of $345 was made on behalf of CRFA to the Canadian Hospitality Foundation.
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