Ways We Give
Our Commitments
Being a part of the communities in which we operate, we understand that our outstanding service and hospitality does not stop with serving what is on our menu. This is why we continue to extend our hospitality beyond the walls of our restaurants and support local non-profits and community organizations with nourishing meals, helping hands, and financial support.
662,000*
Pounds of food donated to local non-profits in 2021.
$6 Million*
To Feeding America® since 2008 through our featured cheesecake donation.
*As of Feb, 2023
17,300*
Hours volunteered by staff in their local communities.
Our Partnership with Feeding America
Being a part of the communities in which we operate, we understand that our outstanding service and hospitality does not stop with serving what is on our menu. This is why we continue to extend our hospitality beyond the walls of our restaurants and are proud of our longstanding support of Feeding America and its network of food banks. Since 2008, we have donated more than $5.9 Million to Feeding America through our featured cheesecake sales.
Nourish Program
We’re intent on nurturing our communities, as well as our people, to the best of our ability. Our Nourish Program, which takes excess food from our restaurants to local non-profits, donated more than 662,000 pounds of food in 2021. These donations also reduced more than 3 million pounds of greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). As of 2021, the program has supported more than 500 non-profits and food banks in our local communities.
Gift Card Donations
Our restaurants give back to their local communities all year long by donating gift cards to select charitable groups and events. Please contact the General Manager at your local restaurant to learn more.
Charitable Foundation
The Cheesecake Factory Oscar & Evelyn Overton Charitable Foundation supports non-profit organizations and unites our caring and conscientious staff members with volunteer opportunities to serve their communities.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate social responsibility is not just a strategic priority for us, but is at the heart of what we do. From the staff we employ and the food we source, to the buildings we operate, we strive to make meaningful and positive change. Click below to learn more about our ongoing efforts.