In-N-Out Burger – Community Event Donations | Support for Local Nonprofit Events
Organization: In-N-Out Burger
About the Program
In-N-Out Burger offers community event donations to support local nonprofit fundraisers, gatherings, and charitable events across the regions where the company operates. These donations typically take the form of in-kind food certificates, gift cards, or other promotional items that help nonprofits raise funds and engage their local communities.
This program is separate from In-N-Out’s foundation grantmaking and is designed specifically for local, community-based events.
What This Program Supports
In-N-Out provides donations for nonprofit-hosted events such as:
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Charity fundraisers
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Silent auctions
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Community festivals
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Volunteer recognition events
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School or youth organization fundraisers
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Local nonprofit outreach events
Note: In-N-Out does not provide cash donations through this program. Support is typically in-kind.
Eligibility
To qualify, organizations must:
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Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or equivalent charitable organization
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Host an event taking place within a community served by In-N-Out Burger
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Submit the request at least 30 days before the event date
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Request support for a charitable purpose that benefits the local community
Political events, religious ceremonies, or events outside In-N-Out’s service regions are generally not eligible.
Donation Types
In-N-Out may provide:
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Food certificates for burgers or meals
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Gift cards for raffles or auctions
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Branded items for giveaways
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Other in-kind contributions depending on availability
Donation amounts vary based on location, demand, and event type.
Deadline
Rolling, but requests must be submitted 30 days prior to the event.
Organizations are encouraged to apply early, as donations are provided on a first-come, first-served basis and may be limited by monthly budget.
Geographic Focus
In-kind donations are available only in states where In-N-Out operates:
California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho, Washington
Application Process
To apply for an event donation:
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Complete the online donation request form
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Provide event details, date, beneficiary, and expected attendance
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Upload verification of nonprofit status (e.g., EIN or IRS letter)
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Submit at least 30 days in advance
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Wait for email confirmation or follow-up from the local In-N-Out team
The company reviews requests weekly.
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is ideal for nonprofits seeking:
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Items for raffle baskets
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In-kind gifts to boost fundraising revenue
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Community-focused support from a well-loved regional brand
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Small-scale sponsorship for localized events
Organizations hosting family-friendly events in In-N-Out communities will find strong alignment.
Apply here: Link to Application