In the last nine years, Runza® Restaurants have donated more than $225,000 to local libraries and schools through the Great Books for Great Kids program.

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School Partnerships

Runza® Restaurants is always excited to hear about new ideas school partners have for involvement. Feel free to contact the Runza® National Marketing Department at (402) 423-2394 to discuss ideas or request more information.

Involvement between Runza® Restaurant locations and a school partner can include one or more of the following activities:

  • Fundraiser nights
  • Donation of products - cups, napkins, punch, food
  • Banners announcing the partnership
  • Ad space in the school directory or calendar
  • Involvement with the school booster club or sports teams
  • Bookmark reading incentive program - Runza® Reading Rewards
  • Restaurant tours
  • Job shadowing and/or mentoring
  • Runza® Restaurant management visit the school for
    • Interview practice with students
    • Reading to students
    • Creating a rapport with students and faculty
    • Runza® Rex can make appearances at various school functions.
  • Display student art work or writing samples in the restaurant
  • Provide volunteers at the school for activities or events.