These youth-focused loyalty innovations range from connected concert wearables to mobile fast food games that are designed to unlock meal promotions and exclusive coupons. While examples like Pouch event wristbands act as a digital wallet, and ticket hybrid, Chipotle's widely popular Cado Crusher mobile game helps users unlock free snack prizes like orders of chips and guacamole.
When it comes to youth-focused loyalty programs that are powered by social media, standouts include A&W's 'Burgers to Beat MS' digital campaign which featured branded Snapchat geofilters. The unique campaign was successfully used to promote the fast food chain's charitable initiative with the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, which contributed a dollar of every Teen Burger sold to the cause.
VIP pizza boxes, and ad-watching coupon apps round off this list and illustrate younger consumers' appreciation for interactive and mobile-specific loyalty offerings.
27 Youth-Focused Loyalty Innovations
24
VIP Pizza Boxes
Domino's Loyalty Program for Customers Turns Them into Shareholders
23
Virtual Dinner Dates
Deilveroo's 'Milan on the Thames' Connects Diners in London and Italy
22
Connected Concert Wristbands
'Pouch' Event Wristbands Act as a Digital Ticket and a Wallet
21
Ad-Watching Coupon Apps
The MyAds App Allows Users to Receive Money When Watching Advertisements
20
User-Scoring Dating Apps
The 'EVE' Mobile Dating App Rewards Male Users for Being Genuine
19
Implanted Microchip Tickets
Transit Operator SJ is Testing Ticket Validation via NFC Microchips
18
Eyebrow Loyalty Apps
Wow Brows Lets Users Collect Loyalty Points When Getting Their Brows Done
17
Dessert Pretzel Promotions
Auntie Anne's is Offering a Buy One Get One Free Promotion
16
Water-Sampling Challenges
Nestle Encourages People to Try Sparkling Water for Seven Days
15
Charitable Burger Geofilters
A&W's Campaign on Snapchat Brings Attention to 'Burgers to Beat MS'
14
Localized Coupon Apps
The Cheddah App Lets You Save Money At Local Businesses
13
Social Screenshot Coupons
Hering's Black Friday Promotion Used Snapchat to Offer Special Deals
12
Employee-Focused Travel Platforms
'GoBumpFree' Helps Airline Employees Evade Cancellation Fees
11
Rewarding Donut-Ordering Apps
The Dunkin' Donuts App Now Supports On-the-Go Ordering Nationwide
10
Loyalty Exchange Programs
Jumeirah Sirius is a Program That Trades Points for High-End Goods
9
Promotional QSR Guacamole Games
The Chipotle 'Cado Crusher' Game Rewards with Free Chips and Guac
8
Promotional Guacamole Games
Free Guacamole is a Prize for Chipotle's Spot-the-Difference Game
7
QR Code Payment Systems
Singapore's DBS Bank is Helping Shoppers Pay in Store by Scanning QR Codes
6
Multigenerational Hotel Perks
Marriott Rewards' MAX! Program Caters to Multigenerational Families
5
Musical Band Collectibles
Airspoken's Band Merchandise Helps Fans Instantly Access Digital Content
4
Celebratory Frozen Yogurt Promotions
This Chain is Celebrating National Frozen Yogurt Day in Style
3
Personalized Cruise Wearables
Carnival's Ocean Medallion Helps Guest Find the Best Experience
2
Weekly Mobile Perks
'T-Mobile Tuesdays' Gives Members Access to Savings and Freebies
1
Charitable Rewards Initiatives
Virgin Mobile's REGeneration Program Raises Funds for a Good Cause
Related Ideas
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Cleverly-Disguised Fountain Cups
Pepsi's Latest Campaign Stunt Introduced 'Undercover Cups'
Rewarding QSR Trivia Games
Chipotle Mexican Grill Has Reintroduced Its Chipotle IQ Trivia Game
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Co-Branded Snacking Coveralls
The Taco Bell x WILDFANG Outfit Has Pockets for Specific Menu Items
Fast Food Chanting Challenges
McDonald's is Reviving the Big Mac Chant for Younger Generations
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Digital-First Scavenger Hunts
Chipotle Opts for Influencer Marketing for its Giveaway Promotion
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Sauce-Inspired QSR Capsules
Wendy's x Lonely Ghost Unveil a Limited Edition Merchandise Collection
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
AI-Driven Customer Loyalty Systems
TurboPush Aims to Streamline Digital Loyalty Programs
Party-Ready QSR Nugget Packs
Wendy's Nuggs Party Pack Has 50 Pieces Perfect for Sharing
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
Bakery-Café Loyalty Programs
Paris Baguette Unveiled its New PB Rewards Program and Mobile App
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Enhanced-AI QR Packaging
LOVE CORN Partners with Flowcode for Submersive Activations
AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Active Lifestyle-Supporting Campaigns
Kellogg's® Vector® Launches the Become Your Player Campaign
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Stylish Footwear Campaigns
Under Armour Targets Gen Z in its New 'Flex As You Go' Campaign
High-Value QSR Deal Menus
The Sonic Fun.99 Menu Has Been Updated with a Range of Options
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Fast Food-Inspired Premium Jewelry
A&W Creates O-Fish-ial Jewelry from Favorites on the Menu
Music Ticketing Campaigns
Coors Light Introduces 'Fix Tixflation' for Music Entertainment
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Local Restaurant Campaigns
PEPSI X Kelly Rowland Present the Local Eats Better With Pepsi Program
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Trick-or-Treating QSR Offers
A&W will Giveaway a Free Kids' Pack on Halloween to Kids
Hydration-Branded Ice Cream Trucks
Liquid I.VV.® Debuts Its Ice Cream Truck Tour
Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns
Jewelry Brand MWCurated Uses Fake Infidelity Flyers for Marketing
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
QSR Game-Inspired Fitness Partnerships
WithU and McDonald's MONOPOLY Make Strides in the UK
Dumpling Restaurant Rewards
Brooklyn Dumpling Shop Unveils its New Loyalty Program
Loyalty-Focused Grocery Initiatives
Tony’s Fresh Market Boasts a New Website and Loyalty Program
User-Friendly Fuel Loyalty Programs
Bp Has Recently Introduced the Earnify™ App
Healthy Lifestyle Reward Promotions
The Chipotle No Quitters Challenge Was Created with Strava
Celebratory Convenience Market Menus
7-Eleven, Inc. Launches an Array of New Food Items and Deals
Water Digital Wallet Loyalty Cards
Liquid Death Has Introduced the Liquid Death Country Club
Gen Z Voter Engagement Initiatives
Yuzu's Asian American Youth Election Campaign Features Boba
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Digital Wallet Loyalty Solutions
Loopy Loyalty Adds Loyalty Cards in Apple and Google Wallet
Gen Z Breakfast Campaigns
'Start the Day the Totino’s Way' Targets Teens Who Skip Morning Meals
Cheerful Healthy Snack Campaigns
Garden Veggie Snacks' YUMbelievably Delicious is Innovative
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Fast-Casual Valentine's Deals
QDOBA's Valentine's Day Offering Rewards Members to a Free Entrée
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Musical Nut Campaigns
INC's NutTunes Campaign Reaches Gen Z Through Spotify
Consumer-Driven QSR Burger Contests
The Burger King Million Dollar Whopper Contest is On Now
Dressed-Up Breakfast Campaigns
Joe & the Juice Invites Customers to Get Chic for Breakfast
Early Retirement Communities
The Cantinas by Taco Bell Invites Young Adults to Live Like Retirees
Scannable Tattoo Campaigns
Burger King Korea's Whopper Tattoo Promoted an Upgraded Whopper
Hospitality Loyalty Programs
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Revamps Its Reward Program
Progressive Traveler Programs
Ennismore Upgrades its Existing Loyalty Offerings to Include 'Drops'
Interactive Menu Games
Subway Launches the Super-Sized Sweeps for its MVP Rewards
Web3-Driven Loyalty Programs
Hugo Boss Elevates its Rewards Program to Foster Customer Engagement
Gen Z Waffle Campaigns
The Belgian Waffle Co Targets India's Gen Z Community Using Palak Tiwari
Late-Night QSR Vehicles
The Student Tour Campaign Shortens the Trip from the Club to Taco Bell
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Rewarding Online Burrito Games
The Chipotle Burrito Vault Game Celebrates National Burrito Day
Saucy High-Definition Screen Campaigns
Zaxby’s is Leveraging the Busy Black Friday Shopping Period
Football-Themed Pizza Promotions
Little Caesars & NFL Debut HOT-N-READY Giveaways & Getaways
Personalized Hydration Memberships
Gatorade Unveils its First Rewards Program for Frequent Buyers
Vegas Restaurant Initiatives
Pepsi Dig In Debuts New Exclusive Dishes from Black-Owned Restaurants
Burrito Celebrity Card Applications
Chipotle Extends Its Celebrity Card to Fans on Linkedin
Socially Supportive Retailer Promotions
Wawa 'Buy a Kids Meal, Make an Impact' is Supportive
Value-Driven Delivery Memberships
Skip+ Unlocks Lower Service Fees, Premium Deals and More
Gamified Burrito Campaigns
Chipotle Launches Wordle-Inspired Game for Fans to Win Free Burritos
Burger-Inspired Back-To-School Campaigns
Trill Burgers & LRG Clothing Debut a Line of Activations
Rewarding App-Based Games
Pick n Pay Introduces the New 'Smart Hopper' Game for Shoppers
Digital Loyalty Customer Cards
Passkit Makes Loyalty Cards for Apple and Google Wallet
Restaurant Gift Bonus Promos
The BurgerFi Bonus Cards Promotion is Arriving for Celebration Season
Phone Stand Chicken Boxes
VOXI Boxi Helps Fried Chicken Box Avoid a Greasy Mobile Device
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Gamer-Targeted Snack Promotions
Doritos and Xbox Partnered to Celebrate the Release of Starfield
DIY Retailer Rewards Programs
Lowe’s Launches the MyLowe’s Rewards Loyalty Program
Gen Z-Supporting Benefit Policies
Chipotle Launches a New Benefits Program for its Gen Z Employees
Sponsored Tailgating Events
The Popeyes x DoorDash Wing Truck Makes Game Day More Memorable
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Simplified Loyalty Programs
CVS Pharmacy Adds Two More Membership Tiers to its Reward Program
Gen Z Basketball Campaigns
Rivalry Unites with Basketball Forever for a Gen Z-Focused NBA Campaign
Black-Owned Restaurant Initiatives
Pepsi Dig In Brings Back Its Restaurant Royalty Program
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Streetwear-Powered Burger Partnerships
Trill Burgers Joins Forces with Carrots by Anwar Carrots
One-Cent Soda Promotions
The Wendy's Penny Pops Promotion Offers Almost Free Refreshments
First-Taste Burger Boxes
McSpicy x Frank's RedHot Released "the Hottest Drop"
Bridal Loyalty Incentives
David's Bridal Launches a New Loyalty Program
AI-Enhanced QSR Rewards
Wendy's Leverages Artificial Intelligence for its New Rewards Platform
Burger Month Rewards Programs
Wayback Burgers Commemorates National Hamburger Month
Revived Decade-Themed QSR Menus
This New Taco Bell Menu Has Five Nostalgic Offerings
Chicken Restaurant Rewards Systems
KFC U.S. Introduces a New Loyalty Program for Frequent Shoppers
Customized Membership Cards
Amaze Technologies Offers Digital Wallet Loyalty Solutions for Brands
Gamified Shopping Experiences
Browse Booster Rewards Coupons for Product Views
Tiered Restaurant Rewards
Chopt Enhances its Rewards Program and Secures an Influencer Partnership
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Chicken Rewards Platforms
Wingstop is Enhancing its Customer Service with the MyWingstop Platform
Game Day QSR Deals
A&W in Canada Ramps Up the Excitement or the Toronto Maple Leafs' Playoff Run
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Customer Gifting Suites
Grey Bandit's Gifting Suite Gave Customers the Influencer Treatment
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Immersive Restaurant Rewards App
Bella Italia is Unveiling a New Digital App for its Guests
Discount Retailer Rewards Apps
Poundland's 'Poundland Perks' Program Unlocks Exclusive Discounts
Football Weekend QSR Promotions
The Wendy's Deal-ivery Promotion Offers Ample Deals
Cooking Show Rewards Promotions
tcc Global Created a MasterChef-Themed Loyalty Rewards Promotions
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Individual Nugget QSR Campaigns
The McDonald's Chicken McNuggets of Love Promotion is Celebratory
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Festival Season Snack Campaigns
KP Snacks and Live Nation Partnered for a New Popchips Campaign
Customer-Driven Pizza Menus
The Pizza Guys Fan Favorites Lineup Has Four Options
Breakfast Rewards Apps
Effin Egg Launches the New Loyalty App for Consumers
Mobile Advent Calendar Promotions
Bar Louie is Refreshing Its App-vent Calendar Promotion
Money-Saving Grocery Apps
Schnuck Markets and Upside Launch a Co-Branded App for Rewards
Fandom-Exploring Sports Partnerships
NFL and Mitchell & Ness Collaborate to Spotlight Fan Stories
Digital Loyalty Companions
Brew Perks Offers an Easy Way to Track Rewards, Unlock Exclusive Deals
Streetstyle Flavor Campaigns
Old El Paso's Turn It Up Entices Gen Z to Try Its Street Vibes Range
Video Game-Inspired QSR Promotions
Chipotle Customers Can Now Earn Tekken 8 Rewards with Purchase
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Comprehensive Business Loyalty Solutions
BusinessQR Helps Brands Build Customer Loyalty
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Streaming Music Pack Promotions
Rustlers Debuts a New Boost Your Burger Initiative with Spotify
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Chicken Restaurant Rewards Games
Chick-fil-A Debuts a New Digital Experience for Loyalty Members
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Coffee-Focused Rewards Programs
The Human Bean Launches a New Rewards App and System
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities
Loyalty-Focused BBQ Apps
Sonny's BBQ Debuts a Mobile App Alongside an Exclusive Rewards Program
Gas Retailer Rewards Programs
Gas N Wash Unveils its Updated Mobile App and Rewards Program