Natick Orange Leaf Partners with Flutie Foundation, Celebrates New Store Opening

Natick Orange Leaf Owners to Offer Free Frozen Yogurt During Grand Opening on Oct. 16 and at 14th Annual Eastern Bank Flutie 5k on Oct. 20 

NATICK—Local owners of the Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt in Natick announced today a special partnership with the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation, pledging 15 percent of sales to the non-profit organization during an in-store fundraiser from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on October 22.

 Also, to help mark the opening of its 298th store in the country, Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt will be giving away a free 8oz frozen yogurt to all customers at the new location in the 9/27 S&S Plaza on North Main Street in Natick from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16.

 “We’re thrilled to celebrate joining the Natick community,” said Gerry Pelissier, co-owner of the Orange Leaf Natick location.

During the opening event on Oct.16, there will be entertainment for all ages, including balloon artists and face painters, and a raffle to give away dozens of t-shirts, travel cups and an I-Pad Mini. 

The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism will be among community-wide partnerships supported by the Natick Orange Leaf store.

“Orange Leaf has a long tradition of getting involved with local causes, and the Flutie Foundation is an incredible organization that we’re thrilled to support, especially in Doug Flutie’s hometown,” Pelissier said.

Orange Leaf will be serving free frozen yogurt at the 14th Annual Eastern Bank Flutie 5k on Sunday, Oct. 20. The Flutie 5k raises money to help local families who need assistance in caring for their children with autism.

“On behalf of the Flutie Foundation, we want to thank Orange Leaf for getting involved and for really diving into the community,” said Lisa Borges, Executive Director of the Flutie Foundation. “It’s these types of partnerships and commitments to the community that differentiates one business from another, and Orange Leaf has shown it’s an exemplary new member of the Natick business community.”

About Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt is a self-serve, choose-your-own-toppings frozen dessert chain with more than 300 locations from coast to coast. Ranked one of the fastest growing limited service chains by Technomic, Orange Leaf’s pro-franchisee culture encourages owners to become a part of their communities and provides them with the necessary ingredients for success. Orange Leaf offers a multitude of delicious, traditional and original flavors, including no-sugar-added, gluten-free and lactose-free alternatives. Customized with a generous selection of do-it-yourself toppings, Orange Leaf provides an innocent indulgence, self-served in a stimulating atmosphere. For more information and franchise opportunities, visit www.orangeleafyogurt.com, like Orange Leaf Yogurt on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter @myorangeleaf.