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California Tortilla Rallies Support for Dine Out for No Kid Hungry with $25k Fundraising Goal

WASHINGTON, DC, September 5, 2013 —At California Tortilla, it’s safe to say that customers rarely leave with an empty stomach.  But the same can’t be said for those who struggle to put food on their plates, many of them growing children.  So for the fifth year in a row, the fast casual chain is helping fight child hunger with Share Our Strength’s annual Dine Out for No Kid Hungry. 

This year, California Tortilla and its 40 locations aim to raise $25,000 during a two-week campaign, encouraging customers to donate $1 to the cause at any location nationwide from Monday, September 9 through Saturday, September 21.  Customers who donate will receive a coupon valid for a free taco on any visit from Sunday, September 22 through Monday, September 30.  Additionally, California Tortilla Group, Inc., will make an additional contribution, matching the dollar amount of the restaurant that raises the most money.

“We at California Tortilla are thrilled to do our part to end child hunger and contribute to such an important cause," said California Tortilla President Bob Phillips. “This is a great way to rally our communities and make sure our kids are getting the nutrition they need to thrive. ”

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Over 16 million kids in the United States, nearly 20% of all kids in the country, live with food insecurity.  In 2012, California Tortilla raised over $38,000 for Share Our Strength's Dine Out for No Kid Hungry in a three-week campaign.

 

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About California Tortilla

Fast casual leader California Tortilla serves fresh, made-to-order, delicious, award-winning signature burritos, quesadillas, salads and other “Cal-Mex” favorites.  Based in Rockville, Md., the fast-casual chain has nearly 40 locations across the East Coast in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Massachusetts and the District of Columbia.  They are best known for their fresh food, unique recipes, innovative promotions, customer and community engagement via Twitter and Facebook, and their famous newsletter, Taco Talk.  

 

For more information and to inquire about franchising opportunities, please visit www.californiatortilla.com or call 301-545-0035.

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