Fans are encouraged to take part in Nov. 10 and Nov. 22 food drives at Chesapeake Arena and three-week fundraiser at Whataburger restaurants
Oklahoma City, Friday, Nov. 1, 2019 – The Oklahoma City Thunder and Whataburger are teaming up again to help fight hunger in Oklahoma this holiday season through two food drives at upcoming Thunder games and a three-week fundraiser at Whataburger restaurants. The food drive is part of the 12th annual Thunder Holiday Assist.
“We are so proud to once again host the Whataburger Food Drive at Chesapeake Energy Arena this holiday season,” said Christine Berney, vice president of Community Relations for the Thunder. “This event brings out the best in Thunder fans to lend a helping hand to their neighbors in need. The spirit of giving is what this food drive and our Holiday Assist are all about.”
“At Whataburger, helping end hunger in our communities is important to us, which is why we proudly partner with the Thunder in the fight against hunger in Oklahoma,” said Whataburger Director of Operations Jason Svedberg. “We encourage our fans to come out and give the gift of supporting local food banks while enjoying their favorite Whataburger menu items. Come out and visit us!”
SUNDAY, NOV. 10 AND FRIDAY, NOV. 22: WHATABURGER FOOD DRIVE
The Thunder will host the Whataburger Food Drive, at Chesapeake Energy Arena on Sunday, Nov. 10 and Friday, Nov. 22. Fans attending those games are asked to donate to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma. While supplies last, all fans who donate will receive a coupon for free Whataburger. For every $5 donated, fans will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Thunder team-autographed basketball or a free Whataburger for a Year gift basket.
MONDAY, NOV. 4 TO MONDAY, NOV. 25: WHATABURGER FUNDRAISER
The food drive tips off a three-week fundraiser to support the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. From Monday, Nov. 4 to Monday, Nov. 25, customers can donate at least $1 to their regional food bank at any of the 31 Whataburger locations in the Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Altus and Lawton areas to receive a thank-you coupon good for a free Whataburger with the purchase of a medium fry and 32-ounce drink on their next visit.
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