Andy’s Frozen Custard – Community Donations & School Fundraising Program (Rolling Applications)

In-Kind Frozen Custard Donations and Fundraising Opportunities for Schools and Youth Organizations

Andy’s Frozen Custard supports local schools, youth organizations, and community groups through in-kind frozen custard donations and fundraising partnerships.

The company’s community giving program focuses on supporting children and schools in communities where Andy’s operates. Eligible organizations may request single-serve frozen custard treats for school events or arrange Spirit Day fundraisers that generate contributions based on purchases made by participating supporters.

Andy’s does not provide cash grants or traditional sponsorship packages through its donation request program.

Application Timeline: Rolling / Ongoing

Organization: Andy’s Frozen Custard
Support Type: In-kind donations and school fundraising partnerships
Geographic Focus: Communities with participating Andy’s Frozen Custard locations across 15 states
Funding Amount: In-kind treats; Spirit Day fundraisers generate $1 per qualifying treat purchased

About the Funder

Andy’s Frozen Custard is a national frozen custard restaurant chain founded in 1986 in Osage Beach, Missouri.

The company specializes in freshly made frozen custard and operates more than 189 locations across the United States.

Through its community involvement initiatives, Andy’s partners with local schools, youth organizations, nonprofits, and civic groups to support educational activities and community events.

Community giving is coordinated locally, allowing individual Andy’s locations to participate in school celebrations, youth activities, and fundraising events.

The company’s primary donation focus is educational programs serving children in kindergarten through eighth grade.

What This Program Supports

Andy’s offers two principal forms of community support.

In-Kind Donations for K–8 Educational Programs

Andy’s provides frozen custard treats to qualifying educational programs serving children in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Donations may support:

• School celebrations
• Student recognition events
• Educational program activities
• End-of-year school events
• Youth educational initiatives
• Other qualifying activities directly benefiting K–8 students

Available donation items may include:

• Mini frozen custard cups
• Free treat cards

The company prioritizes requests that directly benefit children through educational programs.

Spirit Day School Fundraisers

Andy’s also offers Spirit Day fundraising events for local K–12 schools and organizations.

Participating groups receive a customized Andy’s voucher to distribute to supporters.

For each treat purchased using the voucher during the fundraiser, Andy’s contributes $1 to the participating school or organization.

Spirit Day fundraisers are held Monday through Wednesday at participating Andy’s locations.

These events may benefit:

• Elementary schools
• Middle schools
• High schools
• School clubs and programs
• Youth organizations
• Other qualifying local groups

School Celebrations & End-of-Year Events

Andy’s offers single-serve frozen custard minis for school celebrations, including end-of-year activities.

Quantities are limited, and schools are encouraged to submit requests early.

Local Community Partnerships

Andy’s broader community program also works with:

• Local nonprofits
• Civic organizations
• Youth sports teams
• Booster clubs
• Community fundraising events

These partnerships are coordinated locally and may differ from the eligibility requirements for the formal donation request program.

Eligible Support Types

In-Kind Donations

Organizations may request:

• Free treat cards
• Mini frozen custard cups

Donation quantities depend on the request, available resources, and local approval.

These donations are intended for eligible educational programs and events.

Spirit Day Fundraising

Participating organizations can schedule a fundraiser at a local Andy’s location.

Fundraising Contribution: $1 per qualifying treat purchased with the organization’s customized voucher.

Available Days: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

The total contribution depends on participation and the number of qualifying purchases.

Andy’s does not publish a standard maximum fundraising amount.

Eligibility & Preferences

Donation Request Eligibility

The formal donation request program is specifically focused on educational programs directly serving children in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Applicants should:

• Represent a qualifying K–8 educational program
• Serve children in a community with an Andy’s location
• Request eligible in-kind items
• Submit the request at least two weeks before the event
• Provide complete organization and event information
• Agree to the company’s nondiscrimination requirements

Organizations may provide their 501(c)(3) tax identification information if applicable.

The application does not state that all eligible educational programs must hold independent 501(c)(3) status.

Spirit Day Fundraising Eligibility

Andy’s community page identifies K–12 schools and youth organizations as eligible participants in Spirit Day fundraisers.

Other local nonprofit and community groups may also be considered for fundraising partnerships.

Organizations should coordinate with a participating Andy’s location and complete the designated fundraiser request form.

Geographic Eligibility – Participating Andy’s Locations

Andy’s donation request form lists locations in the following 15 states:

Important: The program is location-based rather than statewide. Applicants must select a specific Andy’s store when submitting a donation request.

The online donation form includes participating store options organized by state.

Organizations should confirm that a nearby Andy’s location is available before preparing their request.

Find an Andy’s Location: https://locations.eatandys.com/

Ineligible Requests

Andy’s donation request program does not provide:

• Cash grants
• Traditional sponsorship packages
• General operating grants
• Financial contributions through the donation request form
• Donations for programs that do not meet its K–8 educational focus

The company receives a high volume of charitable requests and cannot support every eligible organization.

Requests submitted with less than two weeks’ notice may not receive consideration.

Organizations seeking fundraising support rather than in-kind treats should use the separate Spirit Day request process.

Funding Amounts

In-Kind Donation Value

Andy’s does not publish a standard dollar value or maximum quantity for donated frozen custard products.

Available items include:

• Mini frozen custard cups
• Free treat cards

The quantity approved depends on the request and local availability.

Spirit Day Fundraising

Contribution Rate: $1 per qualifying treat purchased using the organization’s customized voucher.

For example:

These examples illustrate the published $1-per-treat fundraising structure and are not guaranteed award amounts.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling / Ongoing

📅 Minimum Lead Time for Donations: At least two weeks before the event

📅 Donation Review Frequency: Weekly

📅 Response Period: Up to 10 business days

📅 Spirit Day Fundraisers: Monday–Wednesday

Andy’s reviews donation requests weekly.

If a request is approved, the applicant will receive an official confirmation email from the regional marketing manager with instructions for receiving the donation.

Because of the volume of requests, Andy’s does not respond individually to every application.

If an applicant does not receive a response within 10 business days, the request has not been approved.

Applicants are instructed not to contact their local Andy’s store or the company’s customer service department to follow up on donation request status.

Organizations should submit requests as early as possible, especially for school celebrations and other events with fixed dates.

Application / Request Process

Option 1: Request an In-Kind Donation

Eligible organizations must complete Andy’s online donation request form.

Applicants should be prepared to provide:

• Preferred Andy’s store and state
• Organization name
• 501(c)(3) information, if applicable
• Description of the organization
• Type of donation requested
• Quantity of items requested
• Intended use of the donation
• Requested pickup date
• Contact name and address
• Email and phone number
• Confirmation of compliance with nondiscrimination requirements

Applicants must select either free treat cards or mini frozen custard cups.

Requests should be submitted at least two weeks before the proposed event.

Approved applicants will receive an email from their regional marketing manager explaining how to proceed.

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Option 2: Schedule a Spirit Day Fundraiser

Schools and eligible organizations interested in fundraising should submit a separate Spirit Day request.

The fundraiser is coordinated with a local Andy’s store and scheduled on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday.

Participating organizations receive a customized voucher to distribute to supporters.

Andy’s contributes $1 for each qualifying treat purchased using the voucher.

Schedule a Spirit Day Fundraiser: https://www.eatandys.com/community/

Community Giving Guidelines: https://www.eatandys.com/community/

Find Participating Locations: https://locations.eatandys.com/

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

Andy’s Frozen Custard’s community giving program is particularly well suited for organizations that:

• Operate K–8 educational programs
• Plan school celebrations or student recognition events
• Need donated treats for an eligible educational activity
• Organize elementary, middle, or high school fundraising events
• Support youth development and school enrichment
• Have access to a nearby Andy’s Frozen Custard location
• Can submit donation requests at least two weeks before an event
• Want a simple local fundraising opportunity without a traditional grant application

The in-kind donation program is especially useful for schools seeking treats for student events, while Spirit Day fundraisers provide an opportunity to generate financial support through community participation.

This is not a traditional cash grant program. Its value lies in practical in-kind support and locally coordinated fundraising partnerships.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling / Ongoing
Donation Lead Time: At least two weeks
Donation Review Frequency: Weekly
Response Timeline: 10 business days
Funding Type: In-kind donations and fundraising partnerships
Geographic Focus: Participating Andy’s locations in 15 states
Donation Eligibility: Educational programs serving children in grades K–8
Fundraising Eligibility: K–12 schools and other qualifying local organizations
Best Suited For: Schools, youth educational programs, school clubs, booster organizations, and community groups seeking donated treats or local fundraising opportunities