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Families Forward Learning Center Receives $200,000 Gift from The Panda Charitable Family Foundation

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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PASADENA, Calif., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Families Forward Learning Center, a pioneer in Two-Generation Early Childhood Education, today announced a $200,000 gift from the Panda Charitable Family Foundation (PCFF), the philanthropic organization of the founders of Panda Restaurant Group, in support of general operations and mental health programming.

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PASADENA, Calif., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Families Forward Learning Center, a pioneer in Two-Generation Early Childhood Education, today announced a $200,000 gift from the Panda Charitable Family Foundation (PCFF), the philanthropic organization of the founders of Panda Restaurant Group, in support of general operations and mental health programming.
"The Panda Charitable Family Foundation is one of our largest and most generous donors, and we are so grateful for their ongoing support and devotion to help us fulfill our mission to create hope and improve outcomes for low-income families with children from birth to five years old," said Families Forward executive director, Elva Sandoval.
"We are honored to support Families Forward Learning Center in their efforts to educate children and support families in high-need communities," said Michelle Cherng Lee, Family Advisor at PCFF.
"The Cherng family values align closely with this program, as we have launched similar initiatives focused on removing the barriers to education.

Whataburger's Highly Anticipated Las Vegas Location Opens in Time for Big Game Weekend

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Whataburger is excited to announce the opening of a new landmark location on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, just in time for fans to enjoy the Big Game over a juicy burger. Ready to serve guests with "Goodness 24/7," the Whataburger at 3752 S. Las Vegas Blvd. will mark the brand's westernmost location to date, and entry to its 15th state.

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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Whataburger is excited to announce the opening of a new landmark location on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, just in time for fans to enjoy the Big Game over a juicy burger.
Ready to serve guests with "Goodness 24/7," the Whataburger at 3752 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Whataburger Las Vegas will offer the brand's legendary Whataburgers, Breakfast On A Bun, Dr Pepper Shakes and even a special Vegas Whataburger!
The highly anticipated location will be open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner from an expansive menu designed to fuel the non-stop energy of the Las Vegas Strip.

Panda Express Partners with GridPoint to Deploy Smart Building Technology Across All U.S. Restaurant Locations

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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With nearly 2,500 locations and 50,000 associates, Panda Express will deploy GridPoint Intelligence™ to all U.S. locations during the next 18 months to optimize energy consumption, reduce energy costs and ensure that all restaurants remain at maximum temperature comfort for its guests and associates throughout varied climate conditions year-round.

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With nearly 2,500 locations and 50,000 associates, Panda Express will deploy GridPoint Intelligence™ to all U.S. locations during the next 18 months to optimize energy consumption, reduce energy costs and ensure that all restaurants remain at maximum temperature comfort for its guests and associates throughout varied climate conditions year-round.
Panda Express’ deployment of GridPoint’s smart building technology platform to all U.S. locations follows a 200-store pilot, which generated measurable energy cost savings and reduced CO2 emissions.
“GridPoint was founded 20 years ago with a vision and mission to accelerate the world’s transition to a sustainable energy future.
GridPoint Intelligence™ has been deployed in over 20,000 commercial buildings across multiple industries in North America.

City of Hope receives $100 million gift to create first-of-its-kind national integrative oncology program

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, today announced a $100 million gift from Andrew and Peggy Cherng, philanthropists, co-founders and co-CEOs of Panda Express, to create a first-of-its-kind, national integrative oncology program that brings together Eastern and Western medicine to improve outcomes and quality of life for cancer patients and survivors.

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Integrative oncology is a whole-person approach to cancer care that draws from diverse cultures, particularly traditional Chinese medicine and other Eastern healing traditions.
City of Hope will make integrative oncology an evidence-based, interwoven standard of care that supports optimal cancer treatment and survivorship.
Within the next year, City of Hope plans to create one of the first integrative oncology fellowships created and led by oncologists.
The benefits of integrative oncology will then be extended to patients throughout City of Hope's national cancer care and research system.

Panda Express® Donates Over $3.5 Million towards Classroom Furniture and Schools in Local Communities through DonorsChoose

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

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NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In time for the Back-to-School season, Panda Cares®, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express®, announces new initiatives, donating a total of over $3.5 million to U.S. public school classrooms through education nonprofit DonorsChoose. Starting today, Panda Cares and the nonprofit platform are together matching $750,000 in donations made to DonorsChoose projects requesting classroom furniture - the first ever DonorsChoose partnership to fund this resource on the nonprofit's website. Later this month, Panda Cares will also begin funding $3.2 million in DonorsChoose projects focused on academic success at schools in local Panda Express neighborhoods.

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Starting today, Panda Cares and the nonprofit platform are together matching $750,000 in donations made to DonorsChoose projects requesting classroom furniture - the first ever DonorsChoose partnership to fund this resource on the nonprofit's website.
Later this month, Panda Cares will also begin funding $3.2 million in DonorsChoose projects focused on academic success at schools in local Panda Express neighborhoods.
Our partnership with DonorsChoose helps bring to life the Panda Cares mission of creating brighter futures and opportunities for children.
In a second initiative launching next week, Panda is uplifting its local communities by committing $3.2 million to support classrooms within the zip codes of Panda Express locations.

Panda Express® Pledges Up To $2 Million in Donations to Help Those Affected by the Hawaii Wildfires

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

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ROSEMEAD, Calif., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Panda Restaurant Group, the parent company of Panda Express®, is pledging up to $2 million to the American Red Cross to provide essential care for the individuals affected by the Hawaii wildfires through the Panda Cares Foundation fundraising program and a dollar-for-dollar corporate match. From August 15th through August 21st at participating U.S. locations, 100% of guest donations collected through the in-store Panda Cares Donation Boxes and online will be matched up to $1 million by Panda Express to benefit Hawaii wildfires victims.

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From August 15th through August 21st at participating U.S. locations, 100% of guest donations collected through the in-store Panda Cares Donation Boxes and online will be matched up to $1 million by Panda Express to benefit Hawaii wildfires victims.
To care for local teams affected by the wildfires, impacted Panda Express associates will continue to receive paychecks while stores are closed.
Panda Cares Foundation is funded through the in-store and online donation box program and with contributions from associates at Panda Express, Panda Inn, and Hibachi-San as well as Panda Restaurant Group partners and founders.
Panda Cares provides food and Panda associates volunteer their time to underserved youth and disaster relief efforts.

McDonald's USA Appoints Tabassum Zalotrawala as Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer for US Business

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

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CHICAGO, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, McDonald's USA President Joe Erlinger sent the following message to the McDonald's US System announcing new Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer, Tabassum Zalotrawala.

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CHICAGO, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, McDonald's USA President Joe Erlinger sent the following message to the McDonald's US System announcing new Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer, Tabassum Zalotrawala.
I'm excited to share that Tabassum Zalotrawala will join McDonald's and lead this effort as Senior Vice President and U.S. Chief Development Officer, reporting directly to me effective Monday, April 24.
This role has been purposefully elevated to the U.S. SLT as we prioritize development as part of our Accelerating the Arches strategy.
Prior to joining McDonald's, Tabassum led significant real estate development efforts for several restaurant brands worldwide.

Darling Ingredients Chosen as Panda Express' Preferred Nationwide Provider for Used Cooking Oil Recycling for Renewable Fuel

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

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IRVING, Texas, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR), the world's leading company turning food waste into sustainable products and renewable energy, today announced Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. has chosen Darling Ingredients to recycle its used cooking oil into sustainable products, such as cleaner burning renewable diesel.

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IRVING, Texas, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR), the world's leading company turning food waste into sustainable products and renewable energy, today announced Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. has chosen Darling Ingredients to recycle its used cooking oil into sustainable products, such as cleaner burning renewable diesel.
Darling Ingredients' restaurant service brand, DAR PRO Solutions , will collect and recycle used cooking oil from nearly all of the almost 2,400 Panda Express restaurants in the United States.
"Used cooking oil is considered one of the most effective renewable diesel feedstocks because of its lower carbon intensity compared to other feedstocks.
Darling Ingredients' used cooking oil storage systems provide safe and sustainable methods for storage and seamless collection, streamlining daily restaurant operations.

Iconic Moments Take Center Stage as Hollywood Gathers to Honor Asian Luminaries at 20th Annual Unforgettable Gala, UNFO Celebrates Successes of APIs in Entertainment, Arts and Culture

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The nation's largest and longest-running Asian and Pacific Islander awards show, Unforgettable Gala, also known as UNFO, delivered major moments of surprise and delight at its annual celebration of API excellence and representation in entertainment, arts and culture. Character Media marked the gala's 20th anniversary by honoring luminaries from the API community and presenting awards to the year's biggest successes in film, television, music and more.

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Character Media marked the gala's 20th anniversary by honoring luminaries from the API community and presenting awards to the year's biggest successes in film, television, music and more.
This year's luminaries participated by performing or presenting awards at the gala, passing the baton to the next generation of talent.
"It really wasn't until Michelle Phan—all I ever really saw in the beauty industry was really pioneered by an Asian woman.
Closing out the gala, "Turning Red"'s animated boy band 4*Town was brought to life and introduced to the stage by Simu Liu and Rosalie Chiang.

Unforgettable Gala Continues 20-Year Tradition of Honoring Asian Americans in Entertainment, Announces Top Honors to "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and "Pachinko"

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Friday, November 18, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Unforgettable Gala, also known as UNFO, the nation's largest and longest-running Asian Pacific Islander awards show, is marking 20 years of honoring API excellence and representation in entertainment, arts and culture. Character Media today announces actor Eugene Cordero (Marvel's "Loki") as this year's emcee, the first time a Filipino American has hosted the API community's leading entertainment gala. Also appearing at UNFO are Actor in Film honoree Ke Huy Quan and Breakout in Film honoree Stephanie Hsu of "Everything Everywhere All at Once." Receiving the Breakout in TV Award is Minha Kim of "Pachinko," with the hit series also receiving this year's Vanguard Award. Bretman Rock will receive the Digital Influencer Award, and Domee Shi and Julia Cho will receive the Writer Award for "Turning Red." Daniel Dae Kim and Lisa Ling, co-chairs of the awards selection committee, will deliver this year's keynote address.

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Receiving the Breakout in TV Award is Minha Kim of "Pachinko," with the hit series also receiving this year's Vanguard Award.
Bretman Rock will receive the Digital Influencer Award, and Domee Shi and Julia Cho will receive the Writer Award for "Turning Red.
The 20th annual Unforgettable Gala, presented by Lexus and produced by Character Media, takes place on Saturday, December 17, at the Beverly Hilton.
"As the first Filipino to host the Unforgettable Gala, I am honored to represent the diversity of the Asian American community," says Cordero.