Is Denny's Woke?

Score Summary

ESG: Denny's published a 2022 ESG report. DEI: the company set an unconscious-bias training goal, and its 2025 HRC CEI file (score 90, not a perfect 100) describes gender-identity training and transition guidelines. Pride: Denny's appears on the January 2025 NGLCC corporate-partner list, including a Denny's and NGLCC scholarship. No PAC. CEO Action: former CEO John Miller signed the pledge; 1792 Exchange still shows the badge (updated July 27, 2026). 10+10+25+0+0+20.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denny's woke?

Based on our research, Denny's has a woke score of 65/100, rated Woke on the BuyWokeFree index — based on its ESG, DEI, Pride sponsorship, HRC Corporate Equality Index, political donations, and CEO Action record.

What is the Denny's woke score?

Denny's has a woke score of 65 out of 100, categorized as Woke. This score is based on analysis of ESG initiatives, DEI programs, PRIDE sponsorships, HRC Corporate Equality Index rating, political contributions, and CEO Action for Diversity participation.

How does BuyWokeFree rate Denny's?

BuyWokeFree rates Denny's across six research dimensions: ESG initiatives, DEI programs, PRIDE sponsorships, HRC Corporate Equality Index rating, political contributions to left-leaning causes, and CEO Action for Diversity participation. The Denny's overall woke score is 65/100.

Recent News

• Inside Denny’s Decades-Long DEI Journey - Harvard Business ReviewHarvard Business Review — September 13, 2021

Evidence & Sources

• ESG Report
• DEI Policy
• Pride Sponsorship
• Open Secrets
• CEO Action

About

National diner chain operated by Denny's Corporation, serving breakfast and American comfort food.