In 1946, what started with a simple idea of making chicken sandwiches has grown into one of the largest privately owned restaurant chains in the United States. Chick-fil-A operates more than 1,200 restaurants in over 35 U.S. states. The restaurant has expertise in preparing chicken recipes and uses peanut oil in its cooking processes. Its menu includes a chicken wraps, sandwiches and nuggets, as well as waffle fries. The restaurant s breakfast menu includes sunflower multigrain bagels, sausage biscuits, hash browns and chicken burritos. It has a staff of trained chefs that specializes in making various types of salads. Chick-fil-A participates in various community-based projects, such as health awareness and scholarship programs. The restaurant offers the Chick-fil-A Card for purchase, reload and redemption at participating Chick-fil-A locations. Its Kid’s Meal program is designed to help parents with physical and character development of their children. Additionally, the restaurant conducts the Chick-fil-A Leadership Scholarship Program, which is designed to create higher education opportunities for employees. Chick-fil-A also sponsors various athletic organizations, such as the National Cheerleading Association, the Atlantic Coast Conference, Southeastern Conference and the Big 12 Conference. The restaurant maintains a presence in Sarasota, Fla. Its online store offers clothing, bags, books and gadgets.