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Firehouse Subs Donates $40K to Local Fire Departments
Business owners in Orland Park tell Patch what they're best known for and when they got started.
Firehouse Subs, an Orland Park restaurant that focuses on supporting first responders, opened in December 2012.
- Business: Firehouse Subs
- Address: 15892 S. La Grange Rd. in Orland Park
- Phone Number: 708-428-4125
- Submitted by: William Vanderbilt, owner
When and how did your business get started?
Firehouse Subs of Orland Park opened its doors on Dec. 28, 2012. It was started by Christine and William Vanderbilt after having met about 25 years when working together in a sub shop.
What is your business best known for?
Hearty and flavorful food. Excellent customer service. Support of first responders.
Does your business offer a special deals card or program?
Our roundup program allows customers to donate a small portion of each purchase to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Since opening less than a year ago, Firehouse Subs of Orland Park has been able to sponsor the donation of a $20,000 check to the Orland Fire District for the purchase of a fire safety training trailer PLUS a nearly $20,000 purchase of a Jaws of Life for the Dixmoor Fire Department. Thank you patrons for your outpouring of support for the heroes that protect us every day!
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