Local Heroes: Suburban Propane, Jersey Mikes Deliver Meals

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — As a way of saying thank-you to frontline workers, Suburban Propane Partners partnered with Jersey Mike’s Subs to deliver more than 750 meals to AdventHealth in Wesley Chapel on Aug. 25.

This gesture is part of Suburban Propane’s Suburban Cares platform, which highlights giving back to the local communities. Suburban Propane has undertaken similar initiatives to support frontline health care workers in some of the most coronavirus-impacted regions in the nation, including Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Washington, D.C.

“Currently, Florida is one of the most impacted states by the COVID-19 pandemic in the country. It is both a privilege and an honor to continue supporting our local communities during these unprecedented times,” said Nandini Sankara, spokeswoman for Suburban Propane. “A heartfelt thank you to Jersey Mike’s for once again joining forces with us to show our appreciation to the frontline health care workers at AdventHealth Wesley Chapel.”

“We are excited to partner with AdventHealth and Suburban Propane to continue our mission to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Giving to give is at the core of our company, and we are grateful for this opportunity to give back,” said Todd Quinzi, area director for Jersey Mike’s Subs Florida.

“We are incredibly grateful for Suburban Propane’s generous donation of Jersey Mike's subs to our team members,” said AdventHealth Wesley Chapel President and CEO Erik Wangsness. “Not only does this gesture keep us nourished but it has a huge impact on our morale. These acts of compassion lift our spirits and remind our health care heroes that the community is thinking of them. On behalf of all of AdventHealth Wesley Chapel, thank you.”

Suburban Propane is a nationwide distributor of propane, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity.

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