In addition to giving away free short stacks of buttermilk pancakes at participating locations nationwide Tuesday, the chain will serve up 250,000 instant win prizes with a “Pancakes for Life” sweepstakes.

The 15th annual free pancake giveaway is from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time at most locations. The event, which also is an annual fundraiser, lasts until 10 p.m. at select locations.