WHAT
Firehouse Subs is teaming up with the Joliet Slammers to raise money for the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, the chain’s non-profit organization dedicated to providing funding, life-saving equipment and educational opportunities to first responders and public safety organizations.
From now until June 25, when the Slammers take on the Lake Erie Crushers, 50 percent of tickets sold online using promo code “firehouse” will benefit the Foundation (jolietslammers.com). Additionally, three participating Firehouse Subs restaurants – Joliet, Orland Park and Wheaton – are fundraising leading up to Saturday’s game with a silent auction, giving lucky fans the chance to take home a player’s jersey in a display shadowbox, as well as a luxury suite certificate good to accommodate up to 20 guests at a future Slammers game. Finally, fans can support the Foundation during the game by participating in the live jersey auction.
To celebrate the Firehouse Subs /Joliet Slammers partnership, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation will be acknowledging $89,867 worth of life-saving equipment awarded to five local public safety organizations during a check presentation before the game at Silver Cross Stadium.
WHEN
Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 6:05 p.m.
WHO
Attendees include local first responders and grant recipient representatives, Firehouse Subs Franchisees William and Christine Vanderbilt and Firehouse Subs Area Representative Sam Stanovich, as well as several state and local officials, including:
- Illinois State Representative, Carol Ammons
- Illinois State Representative, Dan Brady
- Illinois Restaurant Association President, Sam Toia
- Heritage Corridor Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO, Robert Navarro
WHERE
Silver Cross Field
1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr.
Joliet, IL 60432
BENEFITTING ORGANIZATIONS
- Northwest Homer Fire District
- Lockport Township Fire Department
- AllenForce
- Coal City Fire Protection District
- Manhattan Fire Protection District
DONATION DESCRIPTION
Granted equipment includes powered EMS equipment (maximizes firefighter safety and eases patient transport), remote-controlled fire nozzles (allows for suppression of waterway and aircraft fires), an Action Trackstander and trailer (provides mobility assistance to disabled veterans while outdoors), a utility-terrain vehicle with skid unit (allows firefighters to provide life-saving assistance and fire suppression in areas impassable by traditional emergency vehicles) and a variety of rescue equipment, including rope, harnesses, personal protective equipment, and more.
ABOUT FIREHOUSE SUBS PUBLIC SAFETY FOUNDATION
In 2005, Firehouse Subs created the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® with the mission of providing funding, life-saving equipment, and educational opportunities to first-responders and public safety organizations. Through the non-profit 501(c)(3), Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has given more than $18 million to hometown heroes in 45 states and Puerto Rico, including more than $552,600 in Illinois.
IN-RESTAURANT FUNDRAISING INITIATIVES
Each restaurant recycles leftover, five-gallon pickle buckets, available to guests for a $2 donation to the Foundation. Donation canisters on register counters explain the non-profit’s mission and collect spare change, while the Round Up Program allows guests to “round up” their bill to the nearest dollar. All funds raised benefit the Foundation.