Though McDonald’s does not currently have a formalized corporate volunteer program, the act of
giving one’s time and expertise for the benefit of others is quite common among our employees.
At our corporate headquarters in Chicago, a number of departments spearhead their own community
involvement activities. For example, the McDonald’s Legal Department initiated a pro bono program
in 2000. Through this program, McDonald’s works with numerous public service organizations to
provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and to help elementary and secondary students
from diverse backgrounds develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to serve their
communities as active, responsible citizens.