Hot Chicken Takeover Partners with Food Rescue US – Columbus on Food Insecurity Initiative

Columbus, OH— Hot Chicken Takeover (HCT) has partnered with Food Rescue US to provide meals to Central Ohio residents who suffer from food insecurity through their annual Pay It Forward program.

Between December 13-26, Hot Chicken Takeover customers will have the opportunity to add a $5 donation to their check and in return will receive a buy one meal, get one free coupon, redeemable in the month of January at any Central Ohio restaurant location. All proceeds contributed through HCT’s Pay it Forward program will be donated to Food Rescue US, providing meals to Central Ohio residents in need this holiday season.

“Alongside our commitment to being a supportive and purposeful employer, we’re committed to being an active contributor in the communities we serve,” shares Joe DeLoss, Hot Chicken Takeover’s Founder and CEO. “Food Rescue US is leading the charge around food insecurity in our community and we’re incredibly grateful for their continued partnership this holiday season.”

Food Rescue US serves more than 40 locations in the United States, providing more than 10.3 million meals to Central Ohio residents since 2011.

“We are grateful for our partnership with Hot Chicken Takeover and their continued support of our efforts to end hunger and food waste throughout Columbus,” said Carol Shattuck, CEO of Food Rescue US. “Hot Chicken Takeover’s Pay It Forward campaign provides the opportunity to give back this holiday season and fuel our movement to address these important issues.”

Hot Chicken Takeover’s Pay it Forward program has grown each year with the addition of new restaurants and partnerships, providing more than 381,936 meals through the generosity of HCT’s customers since launching at North Market in 2016. Customers are encouraged to donate at any Central Ohio HCT restaurant location starting Monday, December 13. To learn more about their Pay it Forward program, visit hotchickentakeover.com.