You never know who is going to be at the drive thru window or front counter at Raising Cane’s, and we saw that first hand earlier this week at Raising Cane’s in Franklin, TN. Luke Bryan and the restaurant owner/founder Todd Graves were on hand serving up their favorite chicken combos as they kicked off the celebration of the $1M donation to The Brett Boyer Foundation from Raising Cane’s.
“The Brett Boyer Foundation is a family charity and I’ve watched this Foundation grow over the years from the support of people like Todd,” Luke shared. “CHD doesn’t get talked about enough and the fact that Brett’s name lives on and is doing so much good for kids who need it helps us make sure no kid ever receives a diagnosis like Brett’s again.”
Bryan continues, “We know 36 kids who are alive today because of The Brett Boyer Foundation and we want to see that number grow to thousands in the future,” Bryan continues. “We’re so thankful to Todd and Raising Cane’s for such a generous donation.”
Over the next four years, Graves has committed $250,000 each year— for a grand total of one million dollars— to the foundation. This incredible generosity will make a huge impact in research efforts and helping those in need.
“Luke and I became friends when I would go out to his farm and meet his friends and family. It’s amazing to see what he and his family have done with The Brett Boyer Foundation by taking something so tragic and turning it into something so beautiful, having already saved 36 lives and many more to come,” said Graves. “I want Cane’s to organically be involved in every community we’re in and I asked Luke, ‘how can I support you?’ and The Brett Boyer Foundation was one of those things.
“I believe God made me good at Chicken Fingers to help people and we’re using our resources, exposure, and a collab with Luke to collectively get the word out about this Foundation, raise awareness for CHD and celebrate the Down Syndrome community.”
The cause is near and dear to both Luke Bryan and his family, as well as to Todd Graves, who is supporting his friend Luke in this meaningful initiative. Their passion for this foundation was more than evident as they spoke about this new venture together.
“So many times when people donate to a charity they never know where the money goes, but this money goes directly to the families and kids with CHD. Not only is CHD not talked about enough, but people rarely realize the strain it puts on parents and siblings and we want to help however we can,” said Bryan. “Family is at the heart of this and so many are in hospitals not knowing the future of their kids’ lives. It’s an enormous undertaking for these families and knowing that The Brett Boyer Foundation can come in and help families worldwide is amazing. We started small and are growing!”
“My mission is to help Crew and the Community because at the end of the day, it’s not about what you make it’s about what you give back and partnering with Luke and The Brett Boyer Foundation to raise funds and bring awareness for CHD and celebrate the Down Syndrome Community is a beautiful thing,” said Graves. “It’s easy to give money, but once you put the power of a brand like Cane’s and the star power of Luke behind something, that’s when you really get the word out and start making a meaningful impact. I’m so grateful for our friendship and to be part of something so beautiful.”
Luke Bryan, Todd Graves & Raising Cane’s are doing great things for an important cause. Looking to show your support? Head to a Raising Cane’s near you and get one of your favorite chicken combos!
