Firehouse Subs Donating $39,500 in Equipment to Orland and Dixmoor Firefighters

When William and Christine Vanderbilt opened up Firehouse Subs in Orland Park, they wanted to offer the community more than just the sandwiches.

The two former youth pastors chose to open a franchise with the company in part because of their built in philanthropy arm, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.

With giving back to the community in mind, Firehouse Subs in Orland Park will be hosting the dedication of two grants Friday, one for the Dixmoor Fire Department and the other for the Orland Fire Protection District.

From Firehouse Subs:

The Orland Fire Protection District has been awarded $20,000.00 to support the funding of a trailer to provide fire safety, home/office safety and severe weather preparedness educational programs. 

Dixmoor Fire Department has been given a Hurst eDraulic Combination Rescue Tool and Hurst eDraulic Spreaders valued at $19,520.00. 

“These equipment donations have been made possible by the generous donation of patrons of the Firehouse Subs of Orland Park as well as Firehouse Subs restaurants around the country,” wrote William Vanderbilt in an email.

Event: Firehouse Subs Grants Dedication

When: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2

Where: Firehouse Subs Orland Park, 15892 S La Grange Road

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