**Doherty Enterprises Launches 27th Annual Toys for Tots® Campaign**
Doherty Enterprises, Inc., a leading franchisee for Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar® in New York City, Long Island, NY, and New Jersey, is thrilled to announce the launch of its 27th annual Toys for Tots® campaign. This year’s initiative aims to bring holiday joy and make a meaningful difference in local children’s lives by raising $250,000. This contribution will add to the over $5.6 million already raised by Doherty Enterprises since their partnership with Toys for Tots began in 1998.
**How to Participate**
From November 3, 2025, through January 4, 2026, guests can take part in various donation opportunities at all participating Doherty Applebee’s locations across New Jersey and Long Island.
Donations can be made by:
– Purchasing “paper gift packs”
– Rounding up their checks
– Enjoying seasonal drinks such as the Mucho Jack & Jingle and the El Jimador Margarita Flight, with a portion of all proceeds benefiting Toys for Tots*
Guests who donate $10 or more during their visit will receive a coupon for a complimentary appetizer on their next visit.
**Breakfast with Santa Events**
Select Applebee’s locations in New Jersey and Long Island will host special Breakfast with Santa events on December 13. Families can enjoy breakfast, take photos with Santa, and celebrate the festive season with raffles and goodies—all while supporting an important cause.
All proceeds from these events will be donated directly to the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program. Donations stay within the local communities where they were raised, ensuring every dollar directly improves the lives of children nearby.
**A Message from Doherty Enterprises**
“We’re proud to celebrate our 27th year partnering with Toys for Tots® and supporting children in need throughout our local communities,” said Kurt Pahlitzsch, Vice President of Operations at Doherty Enterprises. “This long-standing partnership reflects our commitment to giving back, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to spread holiday cheer to both our guests and the families we serve.”
**About Applebee’s®**
As one of the world’s largest casual dining brands, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar serves as America’s kitchen table. It offers 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, whether in the dining room or from the comfort of home, offering a familiar and affordable escape from the everyday with their motto, *Eatin’ Good in the Neighborhood™*.
Applebee’s restaurants are owned and operated by entrepreneurs dedicated not only to serving great food but also to building up the communities they call home. From raising money for local charities to hosting community fundraisers, Applebee’s is always *Doin’ Good in the Neighborhood®*.
As of June 29, 2025, Applebee’s and its franchise operations comprised 1,514 restaurants in the United States, two U.S. territories, and 15 countries outside the U.S. This number excludes 59 company-owned restaurants, one domestic ghost kitchen, and seven international ghost kitchens. Applebee’s is franchised by subsidiaries of Dine Brands Global Inc. [NYSE: DIN], one of the world’s largest full-service restaurant companies.
**About Doherty Enterprises, Inc.**
Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates more than 160 restaurants across New Jersey and New York, including seven restaurant concepts:
– Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar
– Panera Bread
– Wendy’s
– Jinya Ramen Bar
– Chevys Fresh Mex
– The Shannon Rose Irish Pub (their own concept)
– Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas (their own concept)
In addition, Doherty Enterprises franchises Sola Salon Studios with 15 locations in Staten Island and New Jersey.
Doherty Enterprises is ranked the 27th Largest Franchisee in the United States by Restaurant Finance Monitor and recognized as:
– 80th largest foodservice revenue company in the U.S. by Nation’s Restaurant News
– 67th largest privately held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business
– 26th in NJ’s Top 250 privately held companies & 5th Largest Family-Owned Business based on employees in New Jersey by NJBIZ.
**For More Information**
To learn more about Doherty Enterprises, their commitment to communities, and current job openings, please visit their official website.
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*Must be 21 or older to purchase or consume alcohol.*
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