Community members can enjoy a sub sandwich today while also supporting Team Illinois athletes headed to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
Jersey Mike’s Subs said it will donate “every single dollar in sales (not just profit) to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games and the state programs attending the event” on Wednesday, March 25, during its Day of Giving.
“Nationwide Jersey Mike’s hopes to raise enough money to help every qualifying athlete across the country attend the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games,” a press release from the nationally known brand stated.
Both Peoria area storefronts are participating in the Day of Giving. Customers can find stores at 4125 N. Sheridan Road, Suite 5 in Peoria and 404 W. Washington St. #4051 in East Peoria.
The goal, Jersey Mike’s press release said, is to raise more this Month of Giving than last year – which saw a “record-breaking” total of $30 million. Over the past 15 years, the sandwich brand said it has raised over $143 million for charities during the monthlong campaign.
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Peoria area storefronts part of sandwich brand’s Day of Giving
Reporting by Cassidy Waigand, Peoria Journal Star / Journal Star
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