Papa Johns' Shaq-a-Roni Pizza: Slam Dunking for Charity and Flavor

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Shaq Teams Up with Papa Johns for Delicious Charity Slice
- Papa Johns' Shaq-a-Roni pizza supports youth leadership efforts and tackles food insecurity in communities by donating $1 from each pizza sold to The Papa Johns Foundation, raising $13.1 million over four years.
- The Foundation, through its Building Community Fund, has invested over $4 million in local initiatives and is supporting over 250 nonprofit organizations nationwide to ensure children have access to nourishing meals.
- The Shaq-a-Roni pizza, priced at $12.99, is an extra-large pie with fresh dough, extra cheese, and over 60 pepperonis. It's not only a flavorful treat but also supports a charitable mission spearheaded by Papa Johns and basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal.
Papa Johns is back in the spotlight once again, announcing the return of the beloved Shaq-a-Roni pizza for its 5th consecutive year in the U.S. But this isn't just any pizza - it's a big-hearted slice of goodness aimed at supporting youth leadership efforts and taking on food insecurity.
Partnering with basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, Papa Johns is donating $1 from each Shaq-a-Roni pizza sold to The Papa Johns Foundation, a move that has already raised an impressive $13.1 million over the past four years. This foundation focuses on empowering young minds through leadership and entrepreneurship programs while also working to combat the pressing issue of food insecurity in communities across the country.
In a true show of commitment, Papa Johns has invested over $4 million through the Foundation’s Building Community Fund, backing local initiatives that make a real difference. This year, the Fund is stepping up even further by supporting over 250 nonprofit organizations nationwide, with a key focus on ensuring children have access to nourishing meals.
And let's not forget the star of the show - the Shaq-a-Roni pizza itself. An extra-large pie bursting with flavor, featuring fresh dough, extra cheese, and a whopping 60+ pepperonis, all for a wallet-friendly $12.99 starting October 21. It's a tasty treat that not only satisfies your taste buds but also warms your heart with its charitable mission.
But Papa Johns isn't just about delicious pizza - it's about quality too. The company prides itself on using top-notch ingredients, ditching artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its menu to deliver pizzas that are as wholesome as they are delicious.
The Papa Johns Foundation, born in 2019, is not just about pizza - it's about making a difference in communities. Through partnerships with organizations dedicated to Youth Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Food Security, and Food Waste Reduction, the Foundation is championing equality, fairness, respect, and opportunity for all.
So, next time you order a Shaq-a-Roni pizza from Papa Johns, know that you're not just treating yourself to a mouthwatering meal but also contributing to a cause that truly matters. It's a win-win situation that proves pizza can be a force for good in the world.
Key Facts:
| Pizza Name | Shaq-a-Roni Pizza |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary | The Papa Johns Foundation |
| Donation Amount | $1 from each pizza sold |
| Total Funds Raised | $13.1 million over 4 years |
| Foundation Initiatives | Empowering youth through leadership and entrepreneurship programs, combating food insecurity |
| Investment in Foundation | Over $4 million |
| Building Community Fund | Supporting over 250 nonprofit organizations nationwide, with a focus on children's access to nourishing meals |
| Pizza Features | Extra-large pie with fresh dough, extra cheese, 60+ pepperonis |
| Pizza Price | $12.99 starting October 21 |
| Ingredients Quality | Top-notch ingredients, no artificial flavors or synthetic colors |
| Foundation Focus Areas | Youth Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Food Security, Food Waste Reduction |
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