Buffalo Wild Wings is teaming up with the Red Cross of Michigan to support the organization’s mission to save lives and help communities. On March 3rd , 10% of the sales at Buffalo Wild Wings locations throughout Michigan will be donated to the Red Cross.
Chief Executive Officer, Mary Lynn Foster said, in a press release, “Through the trials of the last year, our local Red Cross volunteers and blood donors stepped up to care for their neighbors. From emergencies like family home fires to critical blood shortages, our local heroes were there to help. For nearly 80 years, U.S. presidents have proclaimed March as Red Cross Month to recognize people giving back through its lifesaving mission — which is powered by more than 90% volunteers.”
From July 2019 through June 2020, the Red Cross helped more than 1,200 families experiencing local disasters and distributed almost 200,000 pints of blood from generous donors.
The local Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant in Ft. Gratiot will be participating in this promotion along with the other 51 locations throughout Michigan. In Ft. Gratiot, the restaurant is offering carry out along with dine in services at 25% capacity and limiting parties to 6 or less per table.
Sheri Gress one of the Managers of the Ft. Gratiot location said, “We are looking forward to welcoming in guests to enjoy our amazing food and meet our wonderful staff, all while supporting the Red Cross.”
Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand
