Papa Gino's Delivers Free Pizza To Easton Food Pantry Volunteers

EASTON, MA — Papa Gino's Pizzeria recognized the work of volunteers at the Easton Food Pantry by delivering free pizzas to the organization the week before Christmas.

The donation was part of the company's Pizza My Heart program, which seeks out community heroes and delivers them free pizza or sandwiches as a sign of appreciation for the work they are doing in their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, said a news release from the company.

Volunteers at the Easton Food Pantry help provide food for community members in need by helping organize food, picking up food at drop-off points, setting up bags, helping with distribution, running food drives, and helping with fundraising efforts.

"We've learned this year that we are truly all in this together, and we want to continue to do our part to recognize the heroes across New England who are serving their neighbors and making a difference," said Deena McKinley, CMO of Papa Gino's, in a statement. "We're grateful for the opportunity to hear from our communities and reward these amazing individuals with some delicious food through our cherished community donation programs."

Since the start of the pandemic, Papa Gino's has donated 480 pizzas and 1,500 sandwiches to 80 healthcare facilities across New England to provide lunch for those fighting the outbreak of the virus. The company recently decided to expand recipients to any individual or group who is helping their community.