Scooter’s Coffee Raises $206K to Support Make-A-Wish Kids
Scooter’s Coffee has donated more than $206,000 to Make-A-Wish, strengthening its long-standing commitment to supporting children with critical illnesses. The contribution comes from its annual philanthropic campaign, which combines proceeds from a limited-time menu item with customer donations. This year’s featured product is the Courage Cookie Sandwich. Every time a guest purchased the sweet sugar cookie sandwich, a portion of the sale would go toward Make-A-Wish.
Throughout the campaign period, Scooter’s Coffee locations across the country rallied behind the initiative, with customers contributing generously at the register and online. The Ogallala, Nebraska, store led all participating locations in total funds raised, reflecting strong community engagement and franchisee support.
Make-A-Wish will use the donation to help grant life-changing wishes for children and families facing intense medical challenges. Scooter’s Coffee highlighted the impact of these experiences, noting that a single wish can bring joy, hope, and emotional strength to children who need it most. The brand reaffirmed that its partnership with Make-A-Wish remains a core part of its broader purpose to make a positive difference in the lives of its guests and their communities.
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Nylabone Donates $1.3 Million to Support Animal Welfare
In 2025, Nylabone donated over $1.3 million worth of chew toys, treats, and monetary contributions to animal-welfare organizations in the United States. Through its philanthropic program, Nylabone Cares, the company provided more than 100,000 durable chew toys to shelters nationwide, helping shelter dogs, service animals, and other canines on their way to a new home.
As part of its 70th-anniversary celebration, Nylabone launched an initiative called CHEWS For Good in partnership with Best Friends Animal Society: for every 2025 purchase made, Nylabone pledged to donate a chew toy to a shelter dog, up to 25,000 toys. Beyond toys, Nylabone expanded its charitable work through collaborations with organizations like the American Humane Society, America’s VetDogs, Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, and the ASPCA, as well as local New Jersey shelters and food banks.
Additionally, the company supported other causes over the past year: it donated $1 for every pink chew toy sold to the National Breast Cancer Foundation for the seventh consecutive year; facilitated the reunion of a retired military working dog with its handler through the American Humane Military Working Dog Reunification Project; contributed to the Operation Bark Drop program for shelter support; and provided enrichment toys to guide-dog training organizations.
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Hyatt Expands Luxury Portfolio with New Leadership and 2026 Growth Plan
Hyatt is strengthening its position in the luxury hospitality sector with new leadership and an expanded global vision for 2026. The company has appointed Tamara Lohan as Interim Global Brand Leader for Luxury, leveraging her expertise from Mr & Mrs Smith to elevate brand consistency and enhance personalized, high-end guest experiences. This leadership move reflects Hyatt’s intent to deepen its focus across its luxury portfolio, which spans iconic brands like Park Hyatt, Alila, Miraval, and The Unbound Collection.
Looking ahead to 2026, Hyatt plans significant global expansion across key luxury destinations. A standout development is the opening of Miraval The Red Sea, the wellness brand’s first international location, offering 180 guestrooms and a comprehensive spa and wellness experience. Additional growth includes new and refreshed properties across Tokyo, Mexico City, Vancouver, Phu Quoc, and Cabo del Sol, signaling a broad push to meet increasing demand for experiential and wellness-oriented travel.
Hyatt’s luxury portfolio currently comprises nearly 125 hotels and more than 21,000 rooms, and its future pipeline exceeds 170 expected openings that represent roughly 141,000 rooms. The company’s expanded roadmap underscores a strategy rooted in long-term brand development, deeper customer relevance, and stronger alignment with evolving traveler expectation, particularly within the premium and luxury segments.
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