DALLAS (KFDX/KJTL) — Tacos are said to be the one food that hugs you back when you sink your teeth into one, and a charitable program started by Taco Bueno is a testament to that.
Taco Bueno celebrates one year of its program, “Tacos with a Purpose,” which provides support to domestic violence charities.
In the year since its launch, Tacos with a Purpose has raised over $437,000 from stores across Texas and Oklahoma to provide support to domestic violence survivors at The Family Place in Texas and Palomar in Oklahoma.
And there is still a chance for you to make a great impact. On July 10, 2025, Taco Bueno will match all donations made by guests. You can give back by rounding up your bill to the nearest dollar. Taco Bueno locations across Texas and Oklahoma are participating, so it is an easy way to give back while enjoying delicious food while dining in or taking out.
“One year ago, we launched this initiative with hope in our hearts—but even we have been amazed by the overwhelming support from our guests, our communities and our team members,” said Robert Sanders, vice president of Taco Bueno. “At Taco Bueno, we believe in the incredible impact of compassion in action. Together, we’re making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence, and this is just the beginning.”
These non-profit organizations can use the money donated to provide more support to those experiencing domestic violence.
The Family Place is one of the largest family violence service providers in Texas, offering extensive support to survivors of domestic abuse. The Family Place received $270,000 of the fund, which provides more than 27,000 nights of safe shelter for families and their pets, as The Family Place has kennels available so families don’t have to leave behind any important family members in danger.
Palomar partners with community agencies in Oklahoma City to provide widespread services to victims of domestic violence and other types of violence. It has served more than 5,700 people in 2024 alone. Palomar received $167,000 in funding from Taco Bueno, which helped provide 1,903 services to survivors, including access to Palomar’s Comfort Café, long-term classes and programming, emergency transportation, utility and rental assistance, Victim Protective Order and more.Along with monetary support, Taco Bueno also works to provide resources, including phone numbers for hotlines where those experiencing domestic violence can receive trained assistance, information on how to reach assistance appears in bathrooms and at points of sale and Taco Bueno team members are trained in giving out hotline information.Taco Bueno believes in the power of community and the transformative impact of collective compassion. Tacos with a Purpose was created to unite the customers of Taco Bueno and the team in support of an organization dedicated to aiding those affected by domestic abuse. Taco Bueno is committed to providing support to organizations aiding those affected by domestic abuse, but also the employees and customers. To learn more about the impact of Tacos with a Purpose and how you can participate, visit Taco Bueno’s Charity page.
