# Panera Bread - Donation Request

> Panera Bread donates food and beverage. Panera Bread is an American chain of bakery-cafe fast casual restaurants that serve sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.

- Profile: https://www.theshareway.com/company/panera-bread
- Status: Donating paused
- Rating: 4.3 out of 5 from 6 nonprofit reviews
- Application information last verified: October 2026

## About Panera Bread

Panera Bread is an American chain of bakery-cafe fast casual restaurants that serve sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.

## Where they donate

Donating in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, and 44 more states. Detailed locations are available with a free TheShareWay account.

## What they donate

Unsold bread, bagels, and baked goods

- Product types: Food and Beverage

## Who they donate to

### Preferred

Supports organizations that distribute donated products to people in need, people who are ill, or to underserved and at-risk children and youth

- Causes: Children, Poverty & Hunger
- 501(c)(3) status preference is available with a free TheShareWay account

## Approval rate and donation value

Approval rates and average donation values for Panera Bread are available with TheShareWay Pro: https://www.theshareway.com/pricing

## Reviews from nonprofits

- **Anonymous** (December 2021, Approved, rated 5/5): Responded quickly. Got a voucher for complimentary Lunch or Dinner for 2. Had to pick it up at a specific store. Good in select Panera Bread locations but not all.
- **Dyer County Office on Aging** (March 2025, Declined, rated 1/5): I applied for day old bread, etc. for our Senior Center in Dyer County and we were turned down. So many of these folks live on fixed incomes and do not get the proper nutrition due to lack of sight, can't stand long to cook and doesn't have the financial means to buy nutritional food. They buy the cheapest, quickest meals they can afford.
- **Help A Needy Inc** (November 2024, Approved, rated 5/5): Working with this donor was a truly rewarding experience. Their generosity and responsiveness made a big impact, as they provided almost instant approval for a $50 gift certificate. This quick decision not only demonstrated their commitment to supporting our cause but also showed an understanding of the urgent needs of our community. The process was smooth, and their support will go a long way in helping us bring meaningful assistance to those we serve. We’re incredibly grateful for their kindness and look forward to future opportunities to work together.
- **American Legion Riders Post 112 Madison, Ohio** (August 2024, Approved, rated 5/5): Our organization requested a donation to be auctioned at our fundraising event. We received a gift certificate with a $50.00 value.
- **Cultivate Initiatives** (December 2022, Approved, rated 5/5): About 2-3 weeks to hear back but very friendly and once approved very good communication. Am receiving a weekly food donation.
- **Anonymous** (November 2021, Declined, rated 5/5): No donation but did offer in store fundraiser opportunity.

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