In each and every community…Making a difference
The real strength of McDonald’s community involvement lies with our franchisees—the restaurant leaders who provide grassroots support to their local neighborhoods. Day in and day out, McDonald's franchisees give back to their communities in dynamic ways. Whether it’s helping local educational efforts, offering scholarships, serving on local boards or supporting community causes, these independent business men and women are committed to contributing positively to the communities in which they operate. Here are just a few highlights of McDonald’s franchisees who are making a difference in their local communities:
Don and Helen Stalker (Australia)
This husband and wife team have been franchisees for 22 years. Their impact reaches far beyond their two restaurants - thousands of miles, in fact. Don and Helen have been a driving force behind a very successful program called “Bush to Beach,” which has given more than 500 children from the disadvantaged inland areas of Austrailia an opportunity to visit the Coast. Their work with this program has made a tremendous difference in the lives of these children.
Reggie and Tracey Jones (USA)
Reggie and Tracy use their restaurants, in urban Indianapolis, as a catalyst for change by offering help to their employees who want to improve their lives. The Jones's keep the lines of communication open between themselves and their staff and take an active interest in their people. One example is Maurice, who experienced a challenging childhood, fighting off gangs and living with a mother who searched trash cans for food and clothing. Maurice grew to trust Reggie and recognized he could turn to him for help. Through the Reggie’s support and encouragement, Maurice graduated with a degree in Engineering and is pursuing a management career with a construction company.