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How to Do a Panera Bread Fundraiser

Panera Bread's Fundraising Night program (branded "DoughGooder") lets organizations host fundraiser events where 20% of net food and beverage sales are donated. New locations may offer up to 25-30%. Submit your request through the online portal and receive a check within 45-60 days.

Fundraising Night

Donation

20% of net food & beverage sales

Tracking Method

Present flyer at register or use online promo code

Best For

Schools, PTAs, church groups, youth organizations

Program Website

Visit Program Page

Step-by-Step: How to Request a Panera Bread Fundraiser

1

Submit a request online

Visit fundraising.panerabread.com/new-request to apply through the DoughGooder portal. Upload your W-9 or 501(c)(3) letter and choose a location and date.

2

Schedule your event

Choose a date and time window, typically 4-8 PM on a weeknight. Panera will confirm your event and provide promotional materials.

3

Receive your flyer

Panera will provide a flyer for your event that supporters need to present at the register. Some locations also offer a unique code for online orders.

4

Promote the event

Share the flyer through school communications, email, and social media. Encourage supporters to dine in, carry out, or order online during the event window.

5

Collect your donation

Panera tallies qualifying net food and beverage sales and mails a check to your organization within 45-60 days after the event. Minimum $100-150 in sales required.

Requirements

  • Submit request through fundraising.panerabread.com portal
  • Must upload W-9 or 501(c)(3) letter
  • Allow 2-3 weeks advance notice
  • Minimum $100-150 in qualifying sales required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Panera's Fundraising Night program?

Fundraising Night (also called DoughGooder) is Panera Bread's fundraiser program where organizations earn 20% of net food and beverage sales during a designated event window.

How much does Panera donate for fundraisers?

Panera donates 20% of qualifying net food and beverage sales. New locations may offer up to 25-30%. Checks are mailed within 45-60 days.

Can supporters order online for a Panera fundraiser?

Many locations allow online orders to count. Ask your local Panera if they provide a promo code for online ordering during the event.

Find Panera Bread Locations Near You

Browse Panera Bread locations in our directory to find one near your school or organization.

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