Raising Cane’s: Donate Unwanted Cell Phones to Help Local Military Heroes Stay Connected

The local Raising Cane’s (www.raisingcanes.com) franchise is collecting unwanted cell phones that will be recycled and exchanged for calling cards. The calling cards will be given to Nebraska Soldiers who are away on active duty. Through April 29, individuals will receive a free meal with purchase offer when a phone is donated in support of the cause. Additional support can also be given by adding any dollar amount to your ticket when ordering in the restaurants. The money raised will help support a fund for Veterans and their families to assist with bills, groceries, gas, or other immediate needs.

The Raising Cane’s franchise is partnering with Cell Phones for Soldiers for its 10th straight year. Since 2009, the Raising Cane’s franchise restaurants have raised over 713,000 minutes for Nebraska Troops and nearly $77,000 to support the needs of Nebraska Veterans and their families. Visit www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com to learn more.

“We feel like it’s our responsibility to give back to the community that has supported us, and particularly important to give back to those who are putting our country and others before themselves,” says Jennifer Jones, co-owner of the Raising Cane’s franchise. “We know that we can never repay them for what they’ve sacrificed, but hopefully through our efforts, we can provide them a lifeline through calling cards or financial assistance when they may need it most.”

Stay connected with Raising Cane’s on social media – facebook.com/CanesLincoln or twitter.com/RaisingCanesSHV – for updates on this community initiative and others throughout the year.