Dill Chips for Toys

The holidays will be different for every family this year. We have experienced an economic meltdown that no one in our lifetime has experienced. Most of us will continue to buy gifts for our loved ones; but, most certainly, most of us will be buying less.

What is worse than “less?” How about none? Some children awake lucky to just have a warm breakfast. That’s why Scotty works with the Toys For Tots program to collect toys for, not only, this organization; but, also Riley Children’s Hospital.

“We don’t deserve the recognition for this charitable contribution,” said Scotty Wise, owner of Scotty’s Brewhouse. “The Marine’s established a great program, they distribute them to local children and the donations come from our giving guests. We are just the middle man and I’m happy to help put smiles on children’s faces however I can facilitate that.”



The Toys For Tots program was started in 1948 by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Every year they collect around 1,000+ new unwrapped toys for underprivileged children in Indiana.

“This is our 4th year of the toy drive for the US Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation. It is a terrific cause to bring new toys to those children who would otherwise not have a present to open this holiday season. The best part [about this program] is that the donations go directly to the children in our own communities,” said Amber Martin, Beverage & Promotions Director for Scotty’s Brewhouse.

All the toys that are donated to any Scotty’s Brewhouse location are distributed to children who are on the Salvation Army recipient list.

“I, personally, do it [Toys For Tots] because I feel it's good to help out, without those you're helping knowing who you are,” said John Bultman, U.S. Marine.
Each of the five Scotty’s Brewhouse locations are looking to collect at least 50 toys each, this season.

“Children have a special place in all of our hearts at Scotty's. There could not be a better time to make the Holidays special for as many children as possible,” said Martin.

For every toy donated Scotty’s is offering a free order of Dill Chips.
Toys are being colleted at all locations November 27 - December 15. Donate a new, unwrapped toy and make a child smile while you enjoy an order of dill chips on the house.

Log on to www.toysfortots.org for more information on the Toys for Tots program. Want more information on Scotty’s Brewhouse? Log on to www.scottysbrewhouse.com, friend us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

Red Wagon Hot Chocolate that Warms the Soul

Remember coming in out of the cold, all bundled up, you shake the snowflakes off your mittens and mom hands you a cup of steaming hot cocoa with marshmallow fluff on top? Well, even if you weren’t lucky enough to experience this, now you can at Scotty’s Brewhouse. But, what makes it taste even better? It will be warming your soul as well as the kids from Riley Children’s Hospital.

All 5 Scotty’s Brewhouse locations are offering Ghyslain Chocolatier Red Wagon Hot Cocoa topped with marshmallow fluff throughout the winter months. For every mug purchased, $1 will go to Riley Children’s Hospital of Indianapolis.

Ghyslain Chocolatier is an Indiana born company located in Union City, IN and has recently expanded to Richmond, IN and Zionsville, IN. Ghyslain Maurais was born in Quebec, Canada where he found his culinary passion and turned that passion into a business, much like Scotty Wise, owner of Scotty’s Brewhouse.

“I’ve never been satisfied with the Hot Chocolate that we were serving,” said Wise, “It is kind of in my nature to constantly work at making our products better.”
While Wise was visiting the open house of Ghyslain’s newest location in Zionsville at The Sanctuary, the light bulb went off. A local company, a passionate chocolatier and a superb product, Wise had found what he was looking for.

“The ideas are always the easiest,” said Wise, “it always comes down to implementation and what we have to do to make the idea work.”

After Wise, his Beverage Director, Amber Martin, and Kitchen Manager of Scotty’s Brewhouse on 96th Street, Angie Vosmeier, were able to determine that the product could be delivered to all 5 locations, marshmallow fluff could be acquired and the bartenders could make this all work with hot milk, the idea of incorporating one of the Brewhouse’s favorite charities came into play.



“The Red Wagon Hot Cocoa is really a win-win in regards to supporting a fantastic local chocolatier such as Ghyslain as well as providing another means to help the Riley Children's Foundation,” said Martin.

Riley Hospital for Children is Indiana’s only hospital that is completely dedicated to the care of children and have been since 1924. “Every year children from all 92 Indiana counties come to Riley Hospital. Riley Children’s Foundation [where the hot cocoa money goes] supports Riley Hospital, Camp Riley for Youth with Physical Disabilities and the James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home. Providing the highest level of care to children is Riley’s first priority, community support helps make this possible,” said Jason Mueller, Communications Manager for the Riley Children’s Foundation.

Hot chocolate is offered at all locations throughout January 30th. You can become involved by making a contribution at Scotty’s Brewhouse locations, visiting RileyKids.org or calling Riley Children’s Foundation at 877-867-4539. Want more information on Scotty’s Brewhouse? Log on to www.scottysbrewhouse.com or friend us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.com/brewhouse.

#indytweetsgiving

I would love to live on the beach. I love the ocean. I love the sun. I love being outdoors. But, more than anything, I really love my family and the people of the midwest, Indiana specifically. This Thanksgiving, I am thankful for having 3 beautiful, healthy children, a caring & nurturing wife that works 35 hours outside of the house and another 100 inside the house, 2 healthy loving parents, 2 healthy beautiful sisters, 2 great brother-in-laws, 4 (soon-to-be 5) nephews and nieces and dozens of great friends. I have 500 incredible, caring, hard working and loyal employees and 1,000's of caring, supportive and great customers that make my personal dream a reality.

I'm sure I will curse the snow, sleet and weather a few times before Spring comes around; but, mostly, I am thankful for this place I call home.

Happy Thanksgiving (and #indytweetsgiving)

Scotty