Golden Corral locations in Southern Colorado have launched a short-term giving campaign that asks customers to chip in at the point of sale. The drive runs through Sept. 13 and allows diners to add a small amount to their bills at the register to benefit active-duty service members and disabled veterans.
The money raised flows to an established nonprofit with a longstanding connection to the restaurant chain. Project Healing Waters, a long-time corporate partner of Golden Corral, is dedicated to supporting veterans and active-duty military personnel through fly fishing and other outdoor activities aimed at physical and mental recovery. Founded in 2005, the organization now operates close to 200 programs and reaches nearly 7,000 disabled veterans spread across 45 states.
Every program the organization runs is available to participants without charge. Register donations fund those offerings directly, covering activities such as fly fishing, fly tying, and the construction of fly rods, all at no cost to the people served.
The head of Project Healing Waters described the restaurant chain's commitment in personal terms. CEO Jim Knowlton praised the arrangement, saying, "I couldn't be prouder of being associated with Golden Promise. They put their money where their mouth is, really just supporting our veterans and their families."
How much Southern Colorado customers collectively contribute before the campaign closes on Sept. 13 has not yet been reported.