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Churros for a Cause: Golden Chick’s New Initiative To Support Local Schools

Angela Park 5 min read
Churros for a Cause: Golden Chick's New Initiative To Support Local Schools

Back-to-school season has passed, but not the golden heart of Golden Chick, as they are returning with a local school charity initiative for the community. Want to know the best part? They’re involving their customers in this special charity project by releasing new menu items!

After the successful launch of their system-wide partnership in 2023, which raised over $190,584 for 300 schools, Golden Chick is set to start another initiative that aims to fund schools around the community along with the release of their brand new Churro!

For every Churro order made by customers, Golden Chick will donate 50 cents, which will run until December 29, 2024. What’s even great about this initiative is that the donations would go straight to selected schools without them having to contribute additional time or resources. The funds would be used for classroom supplies, school beautification projects, class trips, and any school-related expenses. 

Golden Chicks Churros
50 cents will be donated to chosen local schools with every order of Golden Chick’s Churros (📸: Golden Chick)

Howard Terry, Chief Marketing Officer of Golden Chick, said that partnerships give a strong identity and a sense of purpose in what they do. This year is extra special since they doubled the time of the campaign, allowing the schools to maximize the funds given to them for at least half of the school year. Terry added that Golden Chick looks forward to getting to know their communities better as they give back.

A Zesty New Addition 

But that’s not all, as Golden Chick is also introducing a new menu item that would accompany their spicy Wicked Wings. Say hello to the Lemon Pepper Wings that feature a zesty flavoring of hand-breaded coating for a crunch in every bite. 

lemon pepper wings
New Golden Lemon Wings (📸: Golden Chick)

Looking for a value wing deal? You’re in for a treat with Golden Chick’s wing specials, which include their popular Wing Wednesdays and Weekend promotion. Perhaps you may want to order 24 wings and four baked Yeast rolls for only $19.99 on your next movie night with friends. But if you’re opting for something more classic, you can get their iconic crispy Chicken Tenders with their Lucky 13 Tenders Meal Deal that comes with four Yeast rolls for only $19.99. 

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Golden Chick’s Menu Highlights

Golden Chick is that one restaurant from the past that you’ll gladly visit over and over again. Aside from their crispy chicken that is fried to perfection, their classics are a perfect match to their chicken. It’s like a homecooked meal that you’ll always come back to. It was in 1967 when founders Howard and Jacque Walker started the Golden Chick legacy after they opened their first location in San Marcos, Texas. To know more about their classic offerings, check out Golden Chick’s highlights. 

The Original Menu

The Walkers first served the Original Menu of Golden Fried Chicken from the moment that they opened their first store. What made their chicken special was the made-from-scratch ingredients and marination of each one of their chickens. Golden Chick’s original menu includes just the chicken and “English” biscuits as a pair. 

Golden Tenders

Golden Tenders fans, listen up. Your favorite menu item was born in Golden Chick’s restaurants in 1985! They made it out of a whole chicken tenderloin that is marinated. After, they hand-battered them before frying them in golden brown. It’s the same Golden Tenders that a new generation of Golden Chick fans enjoy. 

Golden Chicken Tenders
Golden Tenders (📸: Golden Chick)

Golden Roast

1992 marks the 25th anniversary of Golden Chick, so of course, they dropped a new menu item, which is the fan-favorite Golden Roast! It’s one of the chain’s popular menu items as it’s regarded for its signature marinade seasonings. It’s lower in calories, so you can still enjoy Golden Chick the same way. 

Yeast Rolls

Admit it, ever since Golden Chick released their Yeast Rolls back in 2006, dining there has never been the same again. Their Yeast Rolls are baked fresh and hot throughout the day. It has a light and buttery taste that keeps guests wanting more. They’re the perfect dinner roll to pair with Golden Chick’s chicken!

Golden Chick Yeast Rolls
Yeast Rolls (📸: Golden Chick)

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From The Club

Your favorite restaurant donating for the sake of kids’ education is heartwarming enough, but when they involve you in the process, it becomes even more meaningful. It’s a good thing that Golden Chick is coming back with a campaign that supports local schools around us. If you think about it, this is the perfect way to release a new food item as it delights not only fans but also the schools who would make use of the funds.