KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN FOUNDATION INC

Kentucky fried wishes: kfc restaurant team members can nominate their local irc § 501(c)(3) non-profit organization for a $10,000 kentucky fried wishes grant to fund an actionalble project on its wish list. In 2024, the kfc foundation granted 97 kentucky fried wishes grants.

Ged program: for kfc restaurant employees who did not graduate from high school, the ged program is a pathway to achieving their dreams. Every eligible kfc restaurant employee who seeks ged assistance is admitted into this free, all-inclusive program that provides unlimited access to ged preparation and testing. Offered in both english and spanish, the ged program includes a test pass guarantee and a personal ged advisor who is with the employee-student every step of the way. Participants without personal computers are also provided a laptop and internet access to ensure that they can study on their own and complete their ged. 71 participants earned their geds in 2024. Financial literacy: this program provides an online platform for kfc employees to use to grow their financial know-how, build a savings habit and boost their savings. The foundation also offers a biannual savings match where each employee receives up to $260 in matched savings. In 2024, we awarded $313,695 in matched savings. Mental health support: we office a confidential crisis text line for free 24/7 text-based mental health support and crisis intervention for the kfc family.