ATLANTA, Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, December 14th the Hooters of Wilmington will match dollar-for-dollar of total sales from food, drinks and merchandise and donate that amount toward the Wilmington Police Department "Santa Cop" Annual Event. The money will go toward a 19 year old program that gives under-privileged children a chance to shop with a police officer and volunteers during the holidays.

"It is of great honor that we partner with the Wilmington Police Department to support such a worthy cause during the holidays," stated Paul Howard, Coastal Carolina Regional Manager. "We are committed to the communities in which we operate and hope to raise at least $3,000 to help support the 'Santa Cop' program."

"Santa Cop" has been in existence for over 19 years at the Wilmington Police Department. Donations from surrounding businesses and citizens help fund this effort. On "Santa Cop" day, officers and civilians escort children and youth on a one-day shopping spree. Last year the "Santa Cop" effort supported 56 children. Breakfast is provided to the families prior to the shopping spree.

Hooters of America, Inc. is the franchisor and operator of over 450 Hooters restaurants in 42 states and 26 foreign countries. The first Hooters opened in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida. Hooters is well-known for its brand of food and fun, featuring a casual beach-theme atmosphere, a menu that features seafood, sandwiches and Hooters nearly world famous chicken wings, and service provided by the All-American cheerleaders, the Hooters Girls. For more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com.

SOURCE Hooters of America, Inc.

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