Doherty Enterprises-Owned Applebee’s® Raise More Than $200,000 for Toys for Tots in 26th Annual Campaign

Doherty Enterprises, Inc., a leading franchisee for Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in New York City, Long Island, N.Y., and New Jersey, has raised more than $200,000 to benefit the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots® Program as part of its 26th annual Toys for Tots campaign.

The campaign, which ran from November 1, 2024, to January 5, 2025, throughout Doherty-owned Applebee’s locations in New Jersey and Long Island, culminated in a remarkable total of $218,748.91. These funds will help Toys for Tots distribute new toys to underprivileged children, bringing holiday joy to families in need.

A formal check presentation to the Toys for Tots program will take place at 9 a.m. on January 28 at the Farmingdale Applebee’s located at 200 Airport Plaza Blvd. The check presentation will include representatives from Doherty Enterprises, USMC representatives for Toys for Tots, and the Farmingdale community. Media are invited to attend to capture this celebratory moment.

Among the standout locations, the Farmingdale, Long Island Doherty-owned Applebee’s led the charge, raising more than $17,000, followed by the Lindenhurst, Long Island Applebee’s, which raised more than $14,000.

“We are incredibly proud of our restaurant teams and guests for coming together to support such an important cause,” said Kurt Pahlitzsch, Vice President of Operations at Doherty Enterprises. “The Toys for Tots program aligns perfectly with our mission to make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Thanks to the generosity of our guests and the dedication of our team members, thousands of children will experience the joy when receiving a gift in the upcoming holiday season.”

The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program has a long-standing tradition of distributing millions of toys to over 10 million children annually. Doherty Enterprises’ contribution underscores its commitment to supporting local communities through charitable initiatives.

For more information about Doherty Enterprises, their commitment to their communities, and current job openings, visit http://www.dohertyinc.com.

About Applebee's®

As one of the world’s largest casual dining brands, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar serves as America’s kitchen table, offering guests a lively dining experience that combines simple, craveable American fare with classic drinks and local drafts. Applebee’s makes it easy for family and friends to connect with one another, whether it’s in a dining room or in the comfort of a living room, Eatin’ Good in the Neighborhood™ is a familiar and affordable escape from the everyday. Applebee's restaurants are owned and operated by entrepreneurs dedicated to more than serving great food, but also building up the communities that we call home. From raising money for local charities to hosting community fundraisers, Applebee’s is always Doin’ Good in the Neighborhood®. Applebee’s franchise operations consisted of 1,618 Applebee’s restaurants in the United States, two U.S. territories and 14 countries outside the United States as of September 30, 2024. This number does not include one domestic Applebee’s ghost kitchen (small kitchens with no store-front presence, used to fill off-premise orders) and seven Applebee’s international ghost kitchens. Applebee's is franchised by subsidiaries of Dine Brands Global Inc. [NYSE: DIN], which is one of the world's largest full-service restaurant companies.