We are finally back to the kind of March we love: buzzer-beaters, bracket-busters, and – most of all – enjoying basketball games with fellow fans (and rivals) in our favorite restaurants and bars. After two years of watching games at home over virtual happy hours, it’s time to get back together and celebrate the things we have come to appreciate even more.
It’s no secret that the food service industry has struggled financially and suffered through some of the hardest times we’ve ever seen – and they are still dealing with the longtail effects. So, as many are gathering to watch teams tip-off we decided it would be the perfect time to take a few moments and thank those who got us through the madness of the past two years, and show our gratitude to all those in the community who have loyally supported local restaurants.
Introducing the #AllyTipOff
Ally likes a good surprise as much as anyone, so we teamed up with a few do-gooders to help bring even more fun to watching the big games by sending them into four local restaurants in the towns of the championship contenders.
We tipped the staff at the four locations $50,000 – and then, to keep the goodness going, we went ahead and picked up a portion of the tabs for all the fans in the restaurant during halftime. Search #allytipoff on TikTok to re-live each local moment!
Recognizing Resilience
At Ally, we don’t just believe it’s our responsibility to make a positive impact on the world around us, it’s who we are. We are grateful for the strength our communities have shown in troubled times. The #AllyTipOff is an opportunity for us to celebrate resilience together with our friends and neighbors. After all, we’re all better off with an ally.
Learn more about Ally’s dedication to sparking positive change.
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Kim D. on March 24, 2022 at 11:03pm
I am at the U of A visiting my son and watching the game. I told the waitress it was “my treat” not realizing my son invited 20 of his friends. Woop Woop thank you SO MUCH!!!!
Ally on March 24, 2022 at 11:04pm
We really mean it when we say do it right!
Lauren G. on March 24, 2022 at 11:04pm
ally is queen👑
Ally on March 24, 2022 at 11:05pm
Just a small way we could support the real MVPs during these games!
Jeffery B. on March 25, 2022 at 8:17pm
Wow how wonderful to treat the staff in such a nice way. Unbelievable
Jeffery B. on March 25, 2022 at 8:17pm
Wow how wonderful to treat the staff in such a nice way. Unbelievable
Jeffery B. on March 25, 2022 at 8:17pm
Wow how wonderful to treat the staff in such a nice way. Unbelievable
Ally on March 25, 2022 at 8:18pm
We’re just out here trying to live up to our name!
Jer on March 25, 2022 at 8:19pm
Im here!!! Its true!! Thank you sooo much It feels great to be out with no masks and among people!!!!! We r with best friends It doesnt get any better than this
Ally on March 25, 2022 at 8:20pm
We got you #totallycovered!
Mike w. on March 25, 2022 at 8:20pm
Y’all are awesome! Thank you!
Ally on March 25, 2022 at 8:21pm
Giving back is what we do best. Keep the kindness going!
Amy F. on April 3, 2022 at 1:09pm
My daughter works at Johnny’s North in Lawrence, Kansas. You all are amazing. She works 2 jobs, shadows for her career path and is a straight A student. God bless you for giving her a gift that she is so deserving of. We need more of you in this world!!
Ally on April 3, 2022 at 1:10pm
Just our way of saying thanks for working through the all these games!