Local public servants, first responders and healthcare workers are in for sweet and “hole”some treats as The Salvation Army of Broward County, together with Dunkin’, honor them on National Donut Day, Friday, June 2! Dunkin’ will supply hundreds of their delicious donuts, Salvation Army symbols of hope, to Broward County community members who work hard, daily, to save lives and provide comfort and inspiration!
“On the sweetest day of the year, we’re proud to reward the contributions of those who selflessly raise our spirits, save our lives and instill hope in our community,” said Major Stephen Long, area commander for The Salvation Army of Broward County. “Together, with Dunkin’ as our generous partner, we’re thrilled to carry on the decades-long tradition of offering comfort to those on the front lines who remind us that small acts can make a big difference.”
A 1917 “Donut Lassie” from The Salvation Army delivers donuts to U.S. troops on the front lines during World War I.
National Donut Day became a holiday thanks to The Salvation Army’s work during World War I. In 1938, The Salvation Army in Chicago celebrated the very first National Donut Day, honoring The Salvation Army’s “Donut Lassies” who traveled overseas to provide emotional and spiritual support, supplies, and other services to our troops on the front lines in France. The Lassies also provided fresh donuts and hot coffee to soldiers fighting in the trenches in order to raise their spirits and thank them for their service. The donut now serves as a symbol of the services and comfort The Salvation Army provides to more than 23 million people each year. The Salvation Army still serves donuts, in addition to warm meals and hydration, to those in need during times of disaster.
“For Dunkin’, National Donut Day is one of the many special days of the year where we can celebrate our local community in a sweet way,” said Erica Roomy, field marketing manager at Dunkin’. “Every year we look forward to our partnership with The Salvation Army of Broward County to continue honoring our South Florida heroes with tasty treats.”
To commemorate National Donut Day’s historic roots and to demonstrate the impact of a small token of kindness, The Salvation Army of Broward County will make special deliveries to Memorial Regional Hospital, Broward Sheriff’s Office, Police and Fire Rescue Departments and Stations in Davie, Hallandale, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, Tamarac, Wilton Manors, Sunrise, Weston and more.
The Salvation Army of Broward County and Dunkin’ will honor local first responders and healthcare workers on National Donut Day, Friday June 2.
The Coconut Creek Police Department was one of the stops for The Salvation Army of Broward County’s efforts last year.
Year-round, organizations interested in donating food and/or funds to The Salvation Army of Broward County should call (954) 524 – 6991 or visit salvationarmyflorida.org/fortlauderdale/#ways-to-give.
To learn more about National Donut Day, visit salvationarmyusa.org/usn/national-donut-day.