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Chick-fil-A

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America's largest chicken-focused fast food chain, privately held by the Cathy family, closed on Sundays for religious reasons, and with a long record of donating to organizations that actively oppose LGBTQ+ rights.

Last updated May 7, 2026

Reasons to avoid

Issues span:Human RightsLabor
  1. Long history of donating millions to organizations with anti-LGBTQ+ stances.wikipedia.org2025-11-22
  2. Multiple child labor law violations, including allowing minors to work hazardous jobs and excessive hours.dol.gov2025-11-22
  3. Controversial "volunteer" program where a franchise asked for unpaid labor in exchange for food.delish.com2025-11-22

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