PRIZES: (1) winner will be selected to win:
Their choice of Hobart dishwashing equipment with retail value up to $11,000.
Their choice of Hobart food preparation equipment with retail value up to $25,000.
Installation of selected equipment and one year of preventive maintenance (from time of installation) with combined total retail value up to $10,000.

Approximate retail value of prizes: $46,000.

Open to stores located in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, who meet the criteria of an Independent Restaurant as set forth in the Official Rules. For purposes of the Contest, the Independent Restaurant must operate no more than nine locations, be in operation at the time of entry, and have been in business for no less than two years.

Only one entrant per store location.

Submit a narrative about your business which addresses the following two issues: (1) Describe the level and involvement of local philanthropy and community outreach that your restaurant has engaged in since opening, including information on service and impact in the local community; and (2) Describe your equipment needs to continue to operate your restaurant and continue to provide the community outreach that you have been providing. The answer to each narrative question cannot exceed 500 words.
After the initial review of entries, Sponsor will notify up to ten entrants that they will be deemed finalists, and the Finalists will then prepare and submit a video submission as the second part of the entry process.