Teachers may have loved apples in decades past, but in the 21st century, a little fruit just isn’t enough. Enter Chipotle’s Teacher Appreciation Week giveaway.
Chipotle Mexican Grill officially launched its 2026 Teacher Appreciation Week promotion on Wednesday, April 29, offering teachers across the country the chance to win an electronic gift card for one free meal. Up to 100,000 educators will be selected to receive a total of $1 million in free Chipotle.
“At Chipotle, we are committed to giving back to the communities we serve, and that starts with the people who make a difference every day,” Stephanie Perdue, Chipotle’s senior vice president of brand marketing, said in a statement.
Here’s what you need to know about the giveaway.
How to enter Chipotle’s Teacher Appreciation Week giveaway
Through May 12, teachers are encouraged to visit Chipotle’s Teacher Thanks website and enter their name and email address for a chance to win an e-gift card.
Then, starting May 13th, randomly selected winners will be notified and asked to confirm their employment as an educator via ID.me within 48 hours. Those who do not provide proof of employment will be removed from the award list and another name will be chosen.
Chipotle said last year’s Teacher Appreciation Week and subsequent sweepstakes for health care workers attracted “our best participants ever.”
Two promotions launched in 2016 gave away a total of $16 million in Chipotle to teachers and health care professionals.
“Recognizing teachers and health care workers through this program is one way we can give back in a meaningful way,” Perdue said.
