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Stand For Something Good

When Shake Shack started as a hot dog cart in New York City's Madison Square Park, our mission was simple: raise funds for a public art project.

As we grew into a global business, our mission to Stand For Something Good expanded to include sourcing premium ingredients from partners with the same dedication to quality and supporting our communities through donations, events, and volunteering.

Doing good is in our roots, a part of our DNA since day one. 20 years later, we're still continuing to expand and evolve our mission to Stand For Something Good in everything we do.

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We Hold Ourselves Accountable

From the responsible sourcing of high-quality ingredients and adherence to industry-leading animal welfare standards, to the design of our Shacks as welcoming community spaces built with sustainable materials, our goal is to deliver the world’s leading fine casual experience to as many guests, team members, and communities as possible.

As we grow, we’re committed to sharing our values and evolving priorities with transparency and care. You can read more in our 2024 Stand For Something Good Summary.

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We Enrich Our Neighborhoods

Every Shack is a reflection of the community it's a part of, from partnering with local artists to hosting fundraisers with local non-profit partners and school groups. If you have an idea or question about partnering with your neighborhood Shack, drop us a line!

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Our People-First Culture

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our purpose to Stand for Something Good, we are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and fun environment where every Team member can thrive. Our culture is built on great people who embrace ongoing learning and help us grow every day.

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Our Journey In 2024

We're committed to sharing key mile markers as we continue to grow. We're proud of what our team's been able to accomplish in the past year. 3,450+ internal promotions

advancing their careers and contributing to our continued growth.

100% score on Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality 100 Award

Earned for our support of the LGBTQ+ community in the workplace.

100% Angus beef

Raised without added hormones or antibiotics.

Want to take a deeper dive? Read our 2024 Stand For Something Good Summary

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