Washington State PTA Begins New Partnership
Published on Thu, Dec 20, 2012 by StaffRead More County & State
Tacoma, WA – (December 18, 2012) – Washington State PTA and the Washington-based Owner/Operators of McDonald’sÒ franchises have entered into a partnership agreement for 2013, continuing McDonald’s commitment to education.
The overall goal in this partnership is for the over 40 local McDonald’s Owner/Operators to support the public school system and improve its resources, while educating the public on the changes they have made to their menu towards more balanced options.
Recognizing the power behind a brand like McDonald’s, one can see the value in this collaboration. Local Owner/Operators can support their community and its school system while the WSPTA can engage in more important matters – like providing their educators, parents and students with the tools they need to succeed.
“By the local McDonald’s owners sponsoring the WSPTA, we are given an opportunity to ease the burden on our local chapters, in-turn, allowing them to put their resources back into the system.” – Bill Williams, Executive Director, WSPTA
Both the locally owned McDonald’s restaurants and the WSPTA touch every corner of the state. This partnership merges two powerful entities and allows the WSPTA to generate more opportunities for local PTA activation.
Williams adds – “We see this partnership as another opportunity to embrace their continued support for our local schools and communities. Not only do the Owner/Operators support our cause statewide, for years they have provided our PTAs the ability to conduct a variety of events at their restaurants.”
The local McDonald’s Owner/Operators have a sense of obligation when it comes to protecting education.
“We understand the importance of maintaining statewide quality education and believe it is our duty to be a reliable resource to our school teachers, parents and students alike. Whether it’s hosting a McTeacher's Night school fundraiser, participating in WSPTA events or having conversations with our neighbors on nutrition and a balanced diet – a great opportunity exists for our local owners to be a valuable support channel to our community and its schools." – Stan Pennock, President, McDonald’s Washington State Owners Association
Additionally, by creating this relationship with the WSPTA, the local McDonald’s owners are welcoming an open dialogue regarding perceptions about their menu. Showcasing their continued effort in offering more nutritious, wholesome and balanced choices.
The partnership between the McDonald’s Washington State Owners Association and the Washington State Parent and Teachers Association took effect in late November and will be presenting communities with engaging opportunities throughout the first half of 2013.
McDonald’s Economic Impact in the State of Washington
· McDonalds’ presence in WA creates over 32,700 jobs and $765 million in annual spending
· Approximately 48¢ of every $1 spent at McDonald’s returns to the local economy
· With over 270 stores statewide, over $109 million is spent annually, with local suppliers
Tootelian, Dennis H. McDonald's Economic Impact on the State of Washington - A Report to McDonald's Corporation. March 2011. 2010 McDonald's Economic Impact Summary Report for All Suppliers.
About McDonald's
McDonald’s USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome food made from quality ingredients to more than 26 million customers every day. Nearly 90 percent of McDonald’s 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local businessmen and women. Customers can now log online for free at any of the more than 12,000 participating Wi-Fi enabled McDonald’s U.S. restaurants. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, or follow McDonald’s on Twitter and Facebook for updates on our business, promotions and products.
The overall goal in this partnership is for the over 40 local McDonald’s Owner/Operators to support the public school system and improve its resources, while educating the public on the changes they have made to their menu towards more balanced options.
Recognizing the power behind a brand like McDonald’s, one can see the value in this collaboration. Local Owner/Operators can support their community and its school system while the WSPTA can engage in more important matters – like providing their educators, parents and students with the tools they need to succeed.
“By the local McDonald’s owners sponsoring the WSPTA, we are given an opportunity to ease the burden on our local chapters, in-turn, allowing them to put their resources back into the system.” – Bill Williams, Executive Director, WSPTA
Both the locally owned McDonald’s restaurants and the WSPTA touch every corner of the state. This partnership merges two powerful entities and allows the WSPTA to generate more opportunities for local PTA activation.
Williams adds – “We see this partnership as another opportunity to embrace their continued support for our local schools and communities. Not only do the Owner/Operators support our cause statewide, for years they have provided our PTAs the ability to conduct a variety of events at their restaurants.”
The local McDonald’s Owner/Operators have a sense of obligation when it comes to protecting education.
“We understand the importance of maintaining statewide quality education and believe it is our duty to be a reliable resource to our school teachers, parents and students alike. Whether it’s hosting a McTeacher's Night school fundraiser, participating in WSPTA events or having conversations with our neighbors on nutrition and a balanced diet – a great opportunity exists for our local owners to be a valuable support channel to our community and its schools." – Stan Pennock, President, McDonald’s Washington State Owners Association
Additionally, by creating this relationship with the WSPTA, the local McDonald’s owners are welcoming an open dialogue regarding perceptions about their menu. Showcasing their continued effort in offering more nutritious, wholesome and balanced choices.
The partnership between the McDonald’s Washington State Owners Association and the Washington State Parent and Teachers Association took effect in late November and will be presenting communities with engaging opportunities throughout the first half of 2013.
McDonald’s Economic Impact in the State of Washington
· McDonalds’ presence in WA creates over 32,700 jobs and $765 million in annual spending
· Approximately 48¢ of every $1 spent at McDonald’s returns to the local economy
· With over 270 stores statewide, over $109 million is spent annually, with local suppliers
Tootelian, Dennis H. McDonald's Economic Impact on the State of Washington - A Report to McDonald's Corporation. March 2011. 2010 McDonald's Economic Impact Summary Report for All Suppliers.
About McDonald's
McDonald’s USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome food made from quality ingredients to more than 26 million customers every day. Nearly 90 percent of McDonald’s 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local businessmen and women. Customers can now log online for free at any of the more than 12,000 participating Wi-Fi enabled McDonald’s U.S. restaurants. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, or follow McDonald’s on Twitter and Facebook for updates on our business, promotions and products.
