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Jersey Mike's raises $20M for Special Olympics

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April 5, 2022

Jersey Mike's Subs and its customers raised $20 million for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games and Special Olympics State Programs during the sandwich chain's 12th Annual Month of Giving in March, according to a company press release. Each store accepted donations throughout the month, building to the company's Day of Giving on March 30, when over 2,000 restaurants donated 100% of sales — not just profits — to help local athletes attend the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, June 5-12, in Orlando.

"What an incredible and heartwarming day," said Caroline Jones, SVP of Jersey Mike's Franchise Systems Inc. and daughter of Founder Peter Cancro. "Our customers came out in droves buying subs to help our Special Olympics athletes. It created our biggest day of sales ever. Thank you to our customers, franchise owners, team members and Special Olympics family for making a difference."

This fundraising total exceeds the $15 million raised during last year's campaign. Since Month of Giving began in 2011, Jersey Mike's has raised over $67 million for local charities.

"We are beyond humbled by the generosity of Jersey Mike's and its customers," Joe Dzaluk, president and CEO of the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, said in the release. "I was amazed at the energy and enthusiasm of the thousands of athletes, families and fans who visited Jersey Mike's stores this month. We can't wait for this June to display the grit, determination, and bravery of our athletes."