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Let’s talk about Culver’s political donations

Custard & Campaign Contributions: What Culver’s political donations over the years reveal about the company.


Yes, the Wisconsin-founded chain has given to Republicans, but it’s also supported Democrats — and never Donald Trump.

Campaign contributions are public record — and Craig Culver has a decades-long history of supporting BOTH political parties ⤵️

While he’s given to Republican Governors Scott Walker and Tommy Thompson — he’s also donated to Democratic Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Democratic Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle.

🇺🇸 MORE: Donor Lookup — See Who’s Donating to Whom

WHY does this matter? Since the Supreme Court decided businesses are people too and can pour large amounts into political campaigns — it’s important for customers to know how a business chooses to use THEIR dollars!

Personally, I still feel good about supporting Culver’s based on how the company treats its PEOPLE.

An entire corporate culture speaks louder than any single campaign donation — and Culver’s imposes several requirements on all franchise owners that are worth mentioning ⤵️

💙 Owner-operators are required to work in their restaurants, which helps them understand front-line worker conditions first-hand.

💙 They’re also required to give money back to their community, which is why you frequently see franchises partnering with local schools and nonprofits.

💙 Finally, EVERY franchise participates in Culver’s “Thank You Farmers Project,” which promotes eco-friendly agriculture practices, fair wages for local farmers, and more opportunities for future farmers (through FFA scholarships).

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