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PizzaForno launches Pizza with a Purpose program

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July 27, 2022

Automated pizza brand PizzaForno has launched its Pizza with a Purpose program in the U.S., with Houston as the brand's first stop. The brand's licensees work closely with local non-profit organizations within their community, according to a press release.

The local PizzaForno entrepreneurs have chosen to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Houston/Galveston (RMHCGHG). Each Tuesday, the PizzaForno Houston licensees will donate $1 for every pizza sold at their Texas locations to help pay for vaccines, exams and quality medical treatment for thousands of children.

Licensee Daniel Albelice has a personal connection to The Ronald McDonald House Charities. When Albelice's son was just 18 months old, he was diagnosed with leukemia and underwent medical treatment for three years. Throughout this time, the Albelice family leaned on the Ronald McDonald's House for support.

Daniel Albelice and his partner, Keith Stephenson, have two PizzaForno locations in operation and have two more locations set to open. They plan to open an additional 12 units by September 2023 across Houston.

"We are excited about delivering the future of pizza to the people of Houston. PizzaForno has it all: convenience, deliciousness, and quality ingredients at a great price," Albelice said in the press release. "We anticipate we will continue to partner with local non-profit organizations as we believe we can make a difference one pizza at a time."

"There is endless growth potential throughout Texas at places like shopping malls, truck stops and universities, and we couldn't be happier about Daniel Albelice and Keith Stephenson leading the way," Les Tomlin, co-founder and president of PizzaForno, said in the release. "They both have really meaningful ties to the Houston community, and I am really proud of their entrepreneurial ambition, and the fact that they have taken on the very first Pizza with a Purpose campaign in the U.S."

PizzaForno currently has 40 operating locations and more than 100 additional locations committed.