Golden Corral has once again demonstrated its commitment to America's veterans by renewing and expanding its partnership with Project Healing Waters (PHW), an organization dedicated to the physical and emotional recovery of service members through outdoor recreation. This initiative gives Golden Corral guests the opportunity to support veterans by contributing in-store or online, with funds directed toward fly fishing and other nature-based therapeutic programs.
This collaboration is not new. For over a decade, Golden Corral has played a key role in supporting PHW's mission. The company’s leadership has championed efforts to bring healing to veterans outside traditional clinical environments. These programs create spaces for veterans to reconnect with themselves and others, using the tranquility of the outdoors as a medium for restoration.
John "Saint" Langford, CEO of Project Healing Waters, underscored the value of this relationship, noting how Golden Corral’s consistent backing has helped transform the lives of thousands of veterans. He emphasized that the program does more than provide recreation—it builds community and fosters personal growth for those navigating life after service.
Since its inception in 2012, Project Healing Waters has served over 68,000 veterans nationwide, focusing on therapeutic activities such as fly fishing and rod building. These experiences offer not only physical engagement but also emotional support, especially for those coping with the long-term effects of military service.
Golden Corral’s CEO, Lance Trenary, expressed similar sentiments, highlighting the profound influence of nature-based healing. According to Trenary, these experiences allow veterans to rediscover purpose and connection—elements often disrupted by combat and transition to civilian life.
Guests who wish to contribute can do so simply by rounding up their total at the register or visiting the designated online platform. Every donation supports PHW’s ability to deliver transformative programs to those who have served.