mark your calendars

In conjunction with National Donut Day on 3 June 2005, participating Krispy Kreme stores throughout the U.S. will be celebrating by offering customers a free donut of their choice.

For those of you who eat donuts, this is fantastic news:

National Donut Day was established in 1938 by the Chicago Salvation Army to raise much-needed funds during the Great Depression and to honor the work of World War I Salvation Army volunteers who prepared donuts for thousands of soldiers. National Donut Day is celebrated annually on the first Friday in June.

"National Doughnut Day is a perfect time for us to give a little something back to our loyal customers throughout the country," said Stan Parker, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Krispy Kreme. "It's also a great opportunity to build awareness and acknowledge the continued good work of the Salvation Army."

Via InvertedMan