Popeyes® Restaurants Launch NOLA STRONG MEAL With All Proceeds Going to Families in Need in New Orleans

“Big Easy” native, Wendell Pierce, narrates new film highlighting New Orleans spirit and unity during difficult times

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Popeyes^®, the chicken brand born in Louisiana, considers the city of New Orleans home. During these times of uncertainty and crisis, the Popeyes^® brand is on a mission to help support families in its hometown community. Beginning today, the brand is launching a “NOLA STRONG MEAL,” an offer with all proceeds going to one of the most affected areas in the United States from COVID-19 where they will provide over 1,000,000 meals to families in need.

“Our greatest role to play in difficult times like these is to support those in need in our communities, which is why I am excited to be a part of this NOLA STRONG movement”

The “NOLA STRONG MEAL” comes with 12 pieces of Popeyes^® fried chicken, two classic sides, 6 biscuits, a Popeyes^® brand “NOLA STRONG” t-shirt and hat as part of the purchase. The new offering is available through the Popeyes^® app nationwide for a limited time while supplies last at a starting price of $28. Fans can also purchase the “NOLA STRONG” swag items, such as t-shirts and hats, at (www.nola-strong.com). For every “NOLA STRONG MEAL” and any apparel purchased, 100% of the proceeds will go to Second Harvest Food Bank, the largest anti-hunger network in Louisiana, to feed over 1,000,000 meals to families in need. Further, in support of its hometown, the Popeyes® brand will make a donation to Feed the Front Line NOLA to support their mission to feed the New Orleans community and New Orleans Popeyes^® restaurants will also make weekly Sunday meal donations to the organization.

In order to launch this program, the Popeyes^® brand is releasing a film highlighting the resilient spirit and solidarity that makes the “Big Easy” so unique. Narrated by New Orleans native actor Wendell Pierce, the film is an anthem to the values of the city and its people. “Our greatest role to play in difficult times like these is to support those in need in our communities, which is why I am excited to be a part of this NOLA STRONG movement” said Pierce about supporting his home city.

“At Popeyes^® we are proud of our New Orleans heritage, and we are dedicated to supporting those in our community who need help during these difficult times. We heard from guests that they are eager to help, so we are excited to create a program that makes it easy for them to do so alongside us,” said Bruno Cardinali, Head of Marketing North America at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. “We are so appreciative of the amazing work that these local organizations have already done, and we will continue to support the NOLA Strong movement. Although we can’t physically be together, the spirit of New Orleans unites us all.”

From contactless pick-up, drive thru & delivery experiences to increased cleaning procedures, the Popeyes^® Louisiana Kitchen brand is working hard to provide guests with food safely and quickly. The brand has also partnered with No Kid Hungry to help feed the children of America during these trying times and beyond. Guests can simply add a $1 donation to their contactless delivery order when checking out on the Popeyes^® app, and the brand will match the donation 100%.

For more information about the Popeyes^® brand please visit www.popeyes.com

About Popeyes®

Founded in New Orleans in 1972, Popeyes® has more than 45 years of history and culinary tradition. Popeyes® distinguishes itself with a unique New Orleans style menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp, and other regional items. The chain's passion for its Louisiana heritage and flavorful authentic food has allowed Popeyes® to become one of the world's largest chicken quick service restaurants with over 3,600 restaurants in the U.S. and around the world. To learn more about the brand, please visit the Popeyes brand website at www.popeyes.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.