HOUSTON, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Although the
big game might now be just a memory in Houston, those in need are far from forgotten
thanks to a special partnership forged earlier this year. Huddling
its popular, family-oriented eateries, Luby's and Fuddruckers, to
help fight hunger, poverty and homelessness, Houston-based Luby's, Inc. recently presented
a check for $21,200 to Souper Bowl of
Caring, a now global non-profit started by a youth group in
1990.
The President and CEO of Souper Bowl of Caring, Clara Cooper, expresses sincere appreciation for
its partnership with Luby's Inc., stating, "Their gift allows our
staff to provide our participants with the communication tools and
materials necessary for a successful campaign. This support also
allows our staff to build partnerships, coordinate youth
involvement, and maintain relationships with local communities
throughout the year."
The donation represents a percentage of sales within an
approximately two week window of made-from-scratch Luby's soups,
plus duo of Fuddruckers burgers: the American Kobe and Texans, a
hometown offering featuring a seasoned, half-pound 100% USDA
premium-cut beef patty topped with cheddar cheese, chopped brisket,
fried jalapenos and BBQ sauce.
According to Peter Tropoli, Chief
Operating Officer of Luby's, Inc., "We could not be more proud to
support an organization that inspires both youth and adults to get
involved in the fight against hunger and hunger-related needs in
their local communities."
Tropoli and his wife Sarah are also personally committed to the
non-profit. The couple are serving as chairs of Souper Bowl of
Caring's Fourth Annual Tackle Hunger Houston Luncheon on
November 14 from 11:30 am until 1 pm at the Hilton Americas. For
more information about the fundraiser, including ticket and
sponsorship opportunities, call 713.591.6800.
About Luby's
Luby's, Inc. (NYSE: LUB) operates 166
restaurants nationally: 88 Luby's Cafeterias, 71 Fuddruckers, and 7
Cheeseburger in Paradise. The Company is the franchisor for 112
Fuddruckers franchise locations across the United States (including Puerto Rico), Canada, Mexico, Italy, the Dominican
Republic, Panama,
Chile, and Colombia. Additionally, a licensee operates 34
restaurants with the exclusive right to use the Fuddruckers
proprietary marks, trade dress, and system in certain countries in
the Middle East. The Company does
not receive revenue or royalties from these Middle East restaurants. Luby's Culinary
Contract Services provides food service management to 23 sites
consisting of healthcare, higher education, sport stadiums, and
corporate dining locations.
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