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Franklin Jr., supports the American Diabetes Association,
mainly through participating in its walk event. Step Out: Walk
to Stop Diabetes is the signature fundraising walk of the American Diabetes Association. It has been taking place for more
than 20 years and has raised more than $175 million to stop
diabetes. The company’s
director of marketing,
Colleen Franklin, is
diabetic, leading the
company to get involved
with the association four
years ago.
She truly believes in
what the funds generated can offer those
affected by diabetes and
L-R: Colleen Franklin, her brother
Jerry and her father, Gerald Franklin has consistently been
an active participant in
Jr., support Team RED during the
the walk. She was the
Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes.
Team RED captain for
the Cleveland, Ohio, Step Out walk for three years and served
as the walk’s ambassador in 2012.
Franklins Management has also supported the American
Diabetes Association through an event called Grub, Suds and
BDubs®—a food and craft beer pairing fundraiser held at one of
their Ohio restaurants.
Franklin has high hopes for work of the American Diabetes
Association.“Continuing to fund and supply research for a cure
is the most important. In the meantime, I hope funds can be
offered to teach diabetics to live healthy lifestyles. You should
always control your diabetes; your diabetes should never
control you!”she said.
The very nature of philanthropy is selfless, but the satisfaction one receives from giving —be it time, money or energy—
to a worthwhile cause can be powerful. FBS is proud of its
members for taking an active part in charitable initiatives. To
those who are
involved in a
cause or organization close to your
heart, we thank
you. The Buffalo
Wild Wings® franchisee community continues to
spread its good
fortune and
promote a positive brand image
all while making a difference in the lives of others. S
KRISTEN PEREZ is the FBS communications coordinator. You
can reach her at 678-797-5161 or [email protected].
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