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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Special Olympics Florida and Publix Supermarkets have once again partnered in a mission-driven collaboration to support Special Olympics athletes throughout the Southeastern United States. increase.

From January 11-22, 2023, the two organizations will host their annual Torch Icon Campaign, bringing together Publix associates, customers and local communities to reach more than 60,000 Special Olympics athletes in and out of Florida. I support you. This campaign started in his 1993.

During the campaign, customers visiting their local Publix can support state athletes with a simple donation. All donors receive a discount coupon for $27 or more, including exclusive discounts on Procter & Gamble brands such as Crest, Always, Olay, Old Spice, Gillette, Pampers and more. Donations can be made at the register at checkout for as little as $1 or a specific desired amount.

Since 1993, more than $65 million has been raised through the Torch Icon campaign to help Special Olympics athletes develop physical and mental health, demonstrate courage, and experience the power of sport with family, friends and community is supporting the Publix has supported Special Olympics Her Florida and its athletes for over 50 years.

Special Olympics Florida President and CEO Sherry Wheelock said: “Publix has been with us since its inception in 1972 and remains one of our most dedicated partners. Our annual campaign encourages Publix associates and customers to will give local athletes the opportunity to help light the torch.”

Both Special Olympics and Publix have a long history of working to improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics offers year-round sports training and competition, critical health services, leadership development, and comprehensive programs for athletes. Publix employs many of these athletes and has been encouraging people with disabilities to become her Publix companions for decades.

“As a supporter of Special Olympics, we have championed their mission through our annual registration campaign and associate volunteerism,” said Dwaine Stevens Publix Director of Community Relations. “We are honored to support the good work of Special Olympics by helping athletes discover new abilities and strengths and helping make our community more inclusive.”

Special Olympics serves athletes with intellectual disabilities who compete at local, state, national and international levels. In addition to training and competition for these athletes, we provide free medical screenings through our wellness programs. This is in great need of free prescription glasses and hearing aids.

About Special OlympicsSpecial Olympics provides year-round sports training, competitions, health services, and leadership programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, and social skills. and the life skills necessary to be productive, respected, and serve members of the community. For more information, please visit the following URL: www.specialolympics.org.

About Publix Supermarket With more than 240,000 employees, Publix is the largest employee-owned company in the United States and currently operates 1,322 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. For his 25th consecutive year, the company has been recognized as a great place to work by Fortune. Additionally, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service has been recognized by top grocery businesses. For more information, please visit the company’s website. Corporate.publix.com.

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Media contact:Monica McShaffreyUproar PR Special Olympics Florida[email protected]