# Does Sonic Drive-In donate to fundraisers?

> Yes, at the local level. SONIC says most drive-ins are run by independent franchisees, and donations to local non-profits are given at each franchisee's discretion, so ask the owner of your local SONIC. The corporate office focuses on education and the arts in Oklahoma and does not consider other requests.

Source: https://ultimatedonations.org/donor/sonic-drive-in-donation  
Last updated: 2026-10-19  
Publisher: Ultimate Donations

## Donation program at a glance

- Area restrictions: Regional

### Who can apply

- Requires 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

Donations and other support for local non-profits are given at the discretion of the independent franchisee who owns the local SONIC.

Nationally, SONIC focuses its support on education and the arts within Oklahoma, and says it is unable to consider other requests for assistance at that level.

SONIC does not provide support to individuals, only to non-profit groups aligned with education and/or the arts (national program).

Tips from the program page: Contact the owner of your local SONIC drive-in directly rather than the corporate office. · SONIC's Limeades for Learning program provides classroom supplies and tools for teachers, separate from local franchisee giving.

## What Sonic Drive-In donates

Sonic Drive-In has typically donated: In-kind.

## Who can apply

Sonic Drive-In donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.

Sonic Drive-In limits donation requests by area: Regional.

## How to apply

Sonic Drive-In asks every request to include the following.

- Requests should come from a non-profit organization; SONIC states it does not support individuals.

## Common questions

### Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from Sonic Drive-In?

Yes. Sonic Drive-In's donation program is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, so you will need your determination letter and Tax ID before you apply.

Website: http://www.sonicdrivein.com/

Donation programs change — always confirm on the company's own page.