At Spread, we believe that giving back moves everyone forward.
To make this guiding principle actionable, this year, we are on a company-wide mission to contribute to The Eagles Autism Foundation and spur participation in The Eagles Autism Challenge. Our COO, Brooks Tanner, says it best: “We’re in the people business, not the bagel business.” This notion gets put into action through the heartfelt hospitality and elevated customer service that we provide to our guests seven days a week in our stores, but there are other ways that our company can also make an impact in the lives of others in the communities that we serve and around the world. About one in 44 children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder according to estimates from the CDC. While there is no medical detection or cure for autism, its numbers continue to grow at an alarming rate and are 4 times more common among boys than among girls. Unfortunately, autism has been historically underfunded, under-researched, and commonly misunderstood.
We’re mobilizing a team benefiting this very worthy cause. Get involved!
We have embarked on a journey to raise awareness and very much-needed funds benefiting the Eagles Autism Foundation. A non-profit organization created by Eagles Chairman/CEO, Jeffrey Lurie. What started as Mr. Lurie’s personal mission, inspired by autism in his own family, has expanded exponentially around the world, giving a voice and a platform to those who may have previously been overlooked. Now you have a chance to help us build hope for the future as our fundraising goal is $30,000 and we are determined to reach that by the May 31st deadline. Through research, advocacy, empathy, and unity the Eagles’ biggest strength is bringing people together, so they’re inviting the world to join them. And together, we can all make an impact that echoes in every neighborhood across the world. The most important thing to know is that every single dollar is invested in the community. Every. Single. Dollar. Here’s a recap of the 2022 Eagles Autism Challenge in case you’re not familiar with this epic event.
There are four ways to help!
1. Simply donate to Team Spread Love benefiting The Eagles Autism Foundation. With just a few clicks, you can donate to our team as a whole or select a specific individual from our team as well. You can also elect to make your donation in honor or in memory of someone special. No amount is too small or too big! Together, Team Spread Love and Spread Bagelry customers and business partners can make a powerful impact that will help families near and far.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to receive alerts about special matching days when your gift will be doubled!
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2. Join Team Spread Love for The Eagles Autism Challenge on 5/20/23.
When you join Spread’s team by registering, you’ll receive an official Team Spread Love T-shirt featuring artwork from Amberella, a well-known Philadelphia and Los Angeles-based mixed media and street artist. It’s a limited edition, super soft tie-dye design that normally retails for $30 in our stores and online for $35.
Please note that you must raise a minimum of $350 when you officially join Team Spread Love. We’ve opted for the 5k Run/Walk which culminates with a post-race celebration on the 50-yard line at Lincoln Financial Field. Join Philadelphia Eagles players, alumni, coaches, cheerleaders, and SWOOP! Here’s more information about the 5K Run/Walk.
When you register*, you’ll automatically get access to a fun Friday Kick-Off Party and Saturday Finish Line Celebration on the field, free food, and beverage on both days, a FreedomPay 5K T-Shirt, a “Finisher’s medal” and a complimentary gift bag.
*Don’t forget to use promo code Spread23 to save 50% on the cost of registration (normally $50.)
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3. Purchase an Official Spread Love T-Shirt
Purchase one or more of our limited-edition SPREAD LOVE T-shirts in our stores or online starting mid-January (Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for drop details). All proceeds will go directly to the Eagles Autism Foundation. They’re soft, fun, and well, it just feels good knowing your money is going to a very important cause, right? The shirts retail for $30 in all our stores and for $35 online.
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4. Connect with us!
Spread the Word on Social! Follow us on IG, Facebook, and TikTok for the latest updates on our fundraising progress and special surprises! Share Spread’s official fundraising page on your platforms. Click here to share.
Measuring the success of this campaign doesn’t just come in dollars. If we can create a further understanding of autism, we’ve done our part. It begins with a collective understanding, a desire to self-educate, and to help others cope with challenges big and small. Spread will be donating a portion of our proceeds from all stores to The Eagles Autism Foundation which was collected on Eagles Game Days this past season. We’ll share details on our social channels and provide an update here as well.
Helpful Links:
Eagles Autism Challenge 2023 FAQs
About the Eagles Autism Foundation
Questions? Contact jls@spreadbagelry.com
