The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, a leading Mediterranean fast casual restaurant franchise, is expanding its ongoing effort to fight hunger through its partnership with GiftAMeal, a community engagement platform that turns guest photos into local food bank donations. After piloting the program with 10 locations in July 2024, the chain now offers GiftAMeal in over 70 locations across the United States.
Since partnering in 2024, guests of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill have helped provide more than 20,000 meals to families facing food insecurity in their communities – all by simply taking a photo on the GiftAMeal platform. For every photo taken, GiftAMeal donates to a trusted local food bank, helping deliver 1.2 lbs. of groceries through a network of neighborhood pantries.
"GiftAMeal allows our franchise operators to live our brand mission by translating local commitment into real community impact," said Bob Andersen, President of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. "Across our system, guests can enjoy a great meal while helping deliver groceries through neighborhood pantries, making serving the community an integrated part of our franchise model and everyday guest experience."
This Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17) and throughout the month, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is inviting guests to participate. At the end of the month, the chain will match the monetary value of the total number of meals, established by each food bank, to contribute the same number of meals donated.
Participating is easy: scan the GiftAMeal QR code posted inside the restaurant, take a photo of your food or drink to trigger an automatic donation to a local food bank, and share on social media afterwards to multiply the impact – shares can double, triple, or even quadruple donations.
"The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has quickly become a valued national partner in our mission to support families facing hunger," said Andrew Glantz, Founder & CEO of GiftAMeal. "More than 20,000 meals have already been donated through their guests' participation, and we're excited to expand our impact together as we head into our third year of partnership."
GiftAMeal is the trusted partner of over 1,000 restaurants nationwide and has provided over 2.8 million meals to date. To "gift" a meal at your nearest location, visit The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill locations. Dine-in only; no other restrictions or exclusions apply.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is an award-winning franchise within the Greek, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant industry, offering a menu inspired by the Mediterranean diet. GiftAMeal is a cause-marketing platform for restaurants that engages guests in a photo-sharing experience that boosts loyalty while generating social-media publicity for the restaurant. Learn more at GiftAMeal.
