For Immediate Release: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Media Contact: Casey Vattimo, 518-470-9909, cvattimo@nyso.org
SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK AND JERSEY MIKE’S TEAM UP FOR
TODAY’S DAY OF GIVING
100% of Day’s Proceeds at Participating Locations to Benefit Local Athletes
New York, NY – Special Olympics New York is pleased to announce that 41 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations around the state will participate in today’s Day of Giving campaign. Participating restaurants will donate 100 percent of the day’s sales to the athletes of Special Olympics New York.
“Jersey Mike’s is a true champion of champions. Every dollar spent at partner locations today will help change lives for people with intellectual differences,” said Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman. “Our athletes, families, and supporters look forward to celebrating inclusion on this special day.”
Please find a list of participating locations in the Central, New York City, Long Island, and Genesee Regions at this link. Members of the media are cordially invited to attend.
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About Special Olympics New York
Special Olympics New York is the largest state chapter in the country, serving more than 42,000 athletes across New York with year-round sports training, athletic competition, and health screenings. The organization also partners with more than 200 schools statewide to offer Unified Sports, where students with and without disabilities compete as teammates. All Special Olympics New York programs are offered at no cost to athletes, their families or caregivers. The organization has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar.com, making it one of the most trusted charities in the business nationally. For additional information about Special Olympics New York, to learn more about getting involved, or to make a donation, visit www.specialolympicsNY.org.
