Does Brinker International donate to fundraisers?
Last updated September 29, 2026
Compiled from Brinker International's published guidelines, other public sources, and user reports. How we research these pages
Unclear for a donated item. Brinker International, the parent company of Chili's, does not link to a donation request form from its websites today. What it does publish is Chili's give back events, which local restaurants host for 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting kids, hunger and education. Contact your local Chili's to host one.
Donation program at a glance
Who can apply
- Requires 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
Donation programs change — always confirm on Brinker International's own page before you apply.
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Donation programs change — always confirm on the company's own page.
Brinker's community page says its giving focuses on kids, hunger and education.
Chili's restaurants host give back events to raise money for 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting kids, hunger and education.
During a give back event, guests can ask for a percentage of their check to go to the local organization named for the event.
Chili's says taking part in any fundraising event is up to each individual restaurant.
Tips from the program page: Chili's suggests asking for the manager on duty, and says the best time to reach a manager is between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. · Chili's contact page sends charitable requests to a Brinker web page that no longer loads, so ask at your local restaurant instead.
What Brinker International donates
Brinker International has typically donated: Cash, In-kind donations (dining certificates).
Who can apply
Brinker International donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.
How to apply
Brinker International asks every request to include the following.
- To host a give back event, contact your local Chili's restaurant.
Common questions
Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from Brinker International?
Yes. Brinker International'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.
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