For over 20 years, Melting Pot has been a proud partner of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, nurturing a relationship built on shared values and a commitment to doing good in the world, raising over $18 million to date. A key part of this relationship is the fundraising Melting Pot spearheads each year, raising money at the restaurant level to support St. Jude’s ongoing research.
In addition to participating in the St. Jude Walk/Run each year, Melting Pot participates in the annual St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign, celebrating and giving back to guests who choose to give to the cause. In 2024, Melting Pot was awarded the St. Jude Corporate Pioneer Award, an award given to a longstanding partner who has paved the path for other corporate partners with consistent growth and exemplary service to St. Jude.
During the campaign, Melting Pot guests can donate $10 to St. Jude and receive a Donate and Dine Card valid for $20 off a future purchase of $50 or more, or they can donate $20 to receive a $40 Donate and Dine Card for a future purchase of $100 or more. Both Melting Pot teams and guests look forward to the campaign each year, celebrating the opportunity to make a real difference in patients’ lives while connecting with loved ones over fondue.
This campaign, which runs from early October through early January, is the biggest driver for Melting Pot’s fundraising. Each spring, after collecting contributions from across the system, a small group of Melting Pot owners and team members take a trip to St. Jude to experience the hospital firsthand and present the previous year’s donation.
In April, Melting Pot’s top fundraisers gathered in Memphis for a celebratory trip to the St. Jude campus to present the funds raised in 2024 and get a firsthand look at the efforts their work supports and the families it impacts.
“Each year, we host an all expenses paid trip for our top fundraising locations and individuals across the system,” said Dan Stone, chief business officer. “It’s a way to recognize the top hourly team members, managers, and franchisees who played a part in raising money for this incredible cause.”
While the trip is a celebratory one, Stone said it can also be transformative for team members to see firsthand the impact their fundraising efforts make. The team received a private campus tour, including a chance to speak directly with a patient’s family.
“It’s incredibly sobering and powerful,” Stone said. “I can’t think of many things worse than a parent hearing the words, ‘Your child has cancer.’ These families have gone through every family’s worst nightmare, and yet you see hope and resilience. That sticks with you.”
On the tour, the team was able to see research facilities and learn about the true breadth of St. Jude’s impact. When it comes to finding a cure, St. Jude doesn’t just treat patients in Memphis — they share the research globally to help save the lives of children who might not otherwise have access to care. Within the community, St. Jude supports not only the young patient but their entire family.
“St. Jude never sends families a bill, and they take care of the entire family,” Stone said. “A lot of times, families will have to stay on campus. There’s housing, meals and even dental care. If a child has to be in St. Jude for months on end, the family’s life doesn’t just stop. St. Jude’s work and these resources keep the family together, and they do an amazing job of providing stability and care.”
Since the start of the partnership, Melting Pot has raised over $18 million for St. Jude, and 2024 was the third consecutive year that Melting Pot surpassed $1 million in annual fundraising. Melting Pot is also recognized as one of just 32 companies that have raised over $1 million for St. Jude, standing alongside giants like Target and Microsoft.
“Our system isn’t nearly as large as some of the brands on that list,” Stone said. “Our inclusion speaks volumes about the strength of our culture and commitment. This is a cornerstone of who we are, and that shows in how our franchisees and team members approach the partnership.”
Giving back isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s also good business. Guests are inclined to support restaurants that stand for something meaningful. Stone shared that the leadership team has seen time and time again how Melting Pot’s purpose-driven operations resonate with guests. While the partnership with St. Jude is a meaningful way to support St. Jude families, it’s also a great way for teams to strengthen bonds with and, in turn, strengthen business in, their communities.
As Melting Pot looks toward future growth, the team is focused on partnering with entrepreneurs who share this commitment to community and doing good.
“We rely on our communities to support us, and we feel a duty to support them in return,” Stone said. “St. Jude represents the best of what we can do together. And for Melting Pot, it’s not just a partnership; it’s part of who we are.”
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Top fundraisers with the fondue franchise recently took a trip to Memphis, Tennessee, to celebrate another great year of contributions and see firsthand the lives they’re impacting.
For over 20 years, Melting Pot has been a proud partner of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, nurturing a relationship built on shared values and a commitment to doing good in the world, raising over $18 million to date. A key part of this relationship is the fundraising Melting Pot spearheads each year, raising money at the restaurant level to support St. Jude’s ongoing research.
In addition to participating in the St. Jude Walk/Run each year, Melting Pot participates in the annual St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign, celebrating and giving back to guests who choose to give to the cause. In 2024, Melting Pot was awarded the St. Jude Corporate Pioneer Award, an award given to a longstanding partner who has paved the path for other corporate partners with consistent growth and exemplary service to St. Jude.
During the campaign, Melting Pot guests can donate $10 to St. Jude and receive a Donate and Dine Card valid for $20 off a future purchase of $50 or more, or they can donate $20 to receive a $40 Donate and Dine Card for a future purchase of $100 or more. Both Melting Pot teams and guests look forward to the campaign each year, celebrating the opportunity to make a real difference in patients’ lives while connecting with loved ones over fondue.
This campaign, which runs from early October through early January, is the biggest driver for Melting Pot’s fundraising. Each spring, after collecting contributions from across the system, a small group of Melting Pot owners and team members take a trip to St. Jude to experience the hospital firsthand and present the previous year’s donation.
In April, Melting Pot’s top fundraisers gathered in Memphis for a celebratory trip to the St. Jude campus to present the funds raised in 2024 and get a firsthand look at the efforts their work supports and the families it impacts.
“Each year, we host an all expenses paid trip for our top fundraising locations and individuals across the system,” said Dan Stone, chief business officer. “It’s a way to recognize the top hourly team members, managers, and franchisees who played a part in raising money for this incredible cause.”
While the trip is a celebratory one, Stone said it can also be transformative for team members to see firsthand the impact their fundraising efforts make. The team received a private campus tour, including a chance to speak directly with a patient’s family.
“It’s incredibly sobering and powerful,” Stone said. “I can’t think of many things worse than a parent hearing the words, ‘Your child has cancer.’ These families have gone through every family’s worst nightmare, and yet you see hope and resilience. That sticks with you.”
On the tour, the team was able to see research facilities and learn about the true breadth of St. Jude’s impact. When it comes to finding a cure, St. Jude doesn’t just treat patients in Memphis — they share the research globally to help save the lives of children who might not otherwise have access to care. Within the community, St. Jude supports not only the young patient but their entire family.
“St. Jude never sends families a bill, and they take care of the entire family,” Stone said. “A lot of times, families will have to stay on campus. There’s housing, meals and even dental care. If a child has to be in St. Jude for months on end, the family’s life doesn’t just stop. St. Jude’s work and these resources keep the family together, and they do an amazing job of providing stability and care.”
Since the start of the partnership, Melting Pot has raised over $18 million for St. Jude, and 2024 was the third consecutive year that Melting Pot surpassed $1 million in annual fundraising. Melting Pot is also recognized as one of just 32 companies that have raised over $1 million for St. Jude, standing alongside giants like Target and Microsoft.
“Our system isn’t nearly as large as some of the brands on that list,” Stone said. “Our inclusion speaks volumes about the strength of our culture and commitment. This is a cornerstone of who we are, and that shows in how our franchisees and team members approach the partnership.”
Giving back isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s also good business. Guests are inclined to support restaurants that stand for something meaningful. Stone shared that the leadership team has seen time and time again how Melting Pot’s purpose-driven operations resonate with guests. While the partnership with St. Jude is a meaningful way to support St. Jude families, it’s also a great way for teams to strengthen bonds with and, in turn, strengthen business in, their communities.
As Melting Pot looks toward future growth, the team is focused on partnering with entrepreneurs who share this commitment to community and doing good.
“We rely on our communities to support us, and we feel a duty to support them in return,” Stone said. “St. Jude represents the best of what we can do together. And for Melting Pot, it’s not just a partnership; it’s part of who we are.”
To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit https://1851franchise.com/meltingpot/info.
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