CHC of Mason City partners with Applebee's for Giving Tuesday

Community Health Center of Mason City Partners with Applebee’s for Giving Tuesday Fundraiser

Mason City, IA – Community Health Center of Mason City is thrilled to announce a special Giving Tuesday partnership with Applebee’s in Mason City on December 2, 2025. Giving Tuesday, celebrated annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, is a Global Day of Generosity when individuals, businesses, and organizations unite to give back and support causes that positively impact their communities.

On December 2, Applebee’s will donate 25% of all food and beverage sales to support the essential needs of CHC patients—including nominal fees, prescriptions, transportation, and other critical healthcare-related expenses.

Community Health Center proudly serves Mason City, Fort Dodge Dayton, Eagle Grove, Clarion, and Spencer. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide care to everyone, regardless of insurance status. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most major insurance plans, and we offer a sliding fee scale to make healthcare affordable for those who qualify.

“At Community Health Center, our mission is to make quality healthcare accessible to everyone, regardless of insurance, income, or background. Access to healthcare is essential, but financial barriers can at times create serious challenges for our patients. This partnership with Applebee’s gives us the opportunity to bridge that gap. Funds raised through this event will go directly toward helping patients afford essential services and maintain their health. By participating, you’re not just enjoying a meal—you’re actively helping to remove the financial barriers that prevent someone from getting the care they deserve,” said Renae Kruckenberg, CEO.

How to Participate: The Applebee’s Giving Tuesday fundraiser will take place all day on December 2, 2025. The public is encouraged to join by enjoying a meal and mentioning the event or showing the flyer to your server.

Supporters can also contribute directly to Community Health Center of Mason City by mailing or dropping off a donation at 404 N Federal Ave., Mason City, IA 50401, or by donating online at www.chcfd.com. Every meal and donation helps ensure local patients can access the healthcare they need.

“Giving Tuesday is a meaningful reminder of the power of generosity in our community. We hope individuals will join us in supporting the patients who rely on us, whether through a direct donation, joining us at Applebee’s in Mason City, or simply spreading the word. Every act of giving makes a difference,” said Office Manager, Oteka Gonzalez.

For questions or additional information, please contact Jenna Schaefer, Outreach Coordinator, at jschaefer@chcmasoncity.com or (641) 450-0601