Dine Brands Global Releases 2024 Business Responsibility Report

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Dine Brands Global (NYSE: DIN), parent company of Applebee's, Fuzzy's Taco Shop, and IHOP, has released its 2024 Business Responsibility Report highlighting achievements across People, Planet, Food and Governance sectors.

Key accomplishments include:

• Earned Great Place to Work Certification™ for third consecutive year
• Donated 7.9 metric tons of food to local organizations
• Raised $1.7 million for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation through Applebee's
• Served 672,993 free meals to veterans and active-duty military
• Achieved 100% elimination of Expanded Polystyrene across all brands
• Reduced plastic usage by 2.2 million pounds in Applebee's to-go packaging
• Exceeded cage-free eggs target with 66.8% usage in U.S. restaurants

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• Reduced packaging waste by eliminating 2.2 million pounds of plastic
• 100% elimination of Expanded Polystyrene across all brands
• Exceeded cage-free eggs target at 66.8%
• Maintained Great Place to Work Certification for third consecutive year

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• None.

The new report expands on the restaurant company’s commitment to Dine Together, Responsibly

PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop®, and IHOP® restaurants, announces the release of its 2024 Business Responsibility Report. This report highlights the milestones and commitments of Dine and its iconic brands across key focus areas of People, Planet, Food and Governance.

Dine Brands releases their 2024 Business Responsibility Report.

The progress detailed in the report is a testament to collaboration among team members, franchisees, restaurant employees, and suppliers, with a dedicated focus on advancing Dine’s sustainability journey.

"These initiatives allow us to set our brands apart, enhance operational efficiency, and minimize our environmental footprint," said John Peyton, CEO of Dine Brands. "By prioritizing business responsibility, we can drive innovation, support our communities, and empower our team members. We’re excited to continue driving progress and are dedicated to building a responsible business that not only makes a positive impact on our guests, but also on the communities we serve."

The 2024 Dine Together, Responsibly report highlights include the following:

• Achieved the Great Place to Work Certification™ for the third consecutive year.
• 7.9 metric tons of food donated to local organizations by Dine Brands’ Pasadena Restaurant Support Center as well as Applebee’s and IHOP U.S. franchisees and their distribution centers.
• $1.7 million raised by Applebee's and U.S. franchisees for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.
• $661,000 raised by Fuzzy’s and U.S. franchisees for No Kid Hungry® since 2014.
• 1 million meals funded by IHOP U.S. franchisees for Feeding America®.
• 672,993 free meals served on Veterans Day to active-duty military and veterans.
• 100% free of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) achieved across all three brands.
• 2.2 million fewer pounds of plastic used for updated Applebee’s to-go packaging.
• 66.8% of eggs for U.S. restaurants were cage-free, exceeding the 66% target set for 2024.
• Created Fuzzy’s vegan and vegetarian guide.

For more information on the 2024 Dine Together, Responsibly Report, please visit https://www.dinebrands.com/en/business-responsibility.

About Dine Brands Global, Inc.

Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries and franchisees, supports and operates restaurants under the Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, IHOP®, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop® brands. As of December 31, 2024, these three brands consisted of over 3,500 restaurants across 19 international markets. Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world and in 2022 expanded into the Fast Casual segment. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company’s website located at www.dinebrands.com.

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Dine Brands Communications

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Source: Dine Brands Global, Inc.

FAQ

What sustainability achievements did Dine Brands (DIN) report in their 2024 responsibility report?

DIN eliminated 100% of Expanded Polystyrene across brands, reduced plastic by 2.2 million pounds in Applebee's packaging, and exceeded their cage-free eggs target at 66.8%.

How much charitable giving did Dine Brands (DIN) accomplish in their 2024 report?

Applebee's raised $1.7M for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, Fuzzy's raised $661,000 for No Kid Hungry, and IHOP funded 1 million meals for Feeding America.

What environmental improvements did Dine Brands (DIN) make in their packaging?

DIN reduced plastic usage by 2.2 million pounds in Applebee's to-go packaging and achieved 100% elimination of Expanded Polystyrene across all brands.

How many veterans did Dine Brands (DIN) serve on Veterans Day?

DIN served 672,993 free meals to active-duty military and veterans on Veterans Day.