Charlotte, NC) – Charlotte-based Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill held a fundraiser to benefit The Salvation Army’s relief efforts for Hurricane Florence.

On September 20, the system quickly held a donation day and corporate donated $1 for each burrito sold on that day, totaling $10,000.

“We’re so glad that our company could contribute to the relief efforts,” said Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill CEO Phil Friedman. “The Salvation Army helps make a difference in people’s lives and we just had to act quickly to help contribute to the cause. And, with our headquarters based in North Carolina, we just had to be proactive and assist with the recovery.”

A $10,000 check was presented by Salsarita’s CEO Phil Friedman to Major Broome with the Charlotte Salvation Army on October 4, 2018.

About Salsarita’s

Founded in Charlotte, N.C. in 2000, Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill (formerly known as Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina) offers Mexican favorites such as six flavorful house-made salsas, custom burritos, tacos, nachos and salads made fresh to order with an extensive selection of proteins, toppings and fillings. Salsarita's was acquired by franchise industry veteran Phil Friedman in 2011 and operates more than 80 locations in 17 states, including 13 that are company-owned. For more information, visit www.salsaritas.com, like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/salsaritas and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @salsaritas.