Share the Dough

We aim to see sustainable employment in Orange County and all the regions we have Panera cafes! Share the Dough has several programs aimed at providing support and care to empower individuals and families remained employed with Manna Development Group at our Panera cafes. 

On April 2, 2026 Share the Dough is participating in OCCF The Future is Working Giving Day! We have secured a matching grant of $7,000 on this very important day! Thank you for supporting our efforts. 

Our Programs: 

Employee Emergency Assistance Program: We support Manna employees during times of emergency and crisis. 

Educational Scholarship Program: Share the Dough provides educational support for Manna employees and dependents. 

New Baby Bundles: Bundles for new and expecting parents with diapers, wipes, clothes, toys and a gift card. 

Community Support: We support organizations that serve underprivileged children and their families by providing many services including, but not limited to: 

• Support for victims of abuse and violence 

• Necessities for children affected by war, natural disaster, famine, poverty, and disease 

• Nutritious meals 

• Backpacks filled with school supplies 

• Help in times of emergency situations 

We also provide Christmas presents for local families who need a little extra help over the holidays A few of our Panera locations open on Thanksgiving Day to provide meals to those who may need a little extra love and support. We help coordinate a day-end donation program for Manna’s Panera Bread cafes to donate unused bread and bakery items to various organizations that serve food insecure individuals.