BAGELS TO BENEFIT SPECIAL OLYMPICS NY ATHLETES

Special Olympics New York has partnered with The Bagel Shoppe in Fishkill and Beacon to provide a unique fundraising opportunity. Throughout the month of October, limited-edition red and white bagels will be produced at both locations, and all sales of these bagels will be donated to the athletes of Special Olympics NY.

“Innovation is one of the keys to successful fundraising,” said Stacey Hengsterman, president and CEO of Special Olympics New York. “That’s why we’re so excited for this new opportunity with The Bagel Shoppe. Our thanks to Joe and his team for their support.”

“We are honored to support the athletes of Special Olympics New York once again,” said Joe Raffaele, owner of The Bagel Shoppe. “Please stop by and buy a red and white bagel at one of our two locations to help us raise awareness and support these amazing athletes.”

The Bagel Shoppe in Fishkill is located at 986 Main St. and is open from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays. The Beacon location is located at 466 Main St. and is open from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

Special Olympics New York is the largest state chapter in the country, serving more than 42,000 athletes across New York with year-round sports training, athletic competition and health screenings. The organization also partners with more than 250 schools statewide to offer Unified Sports, where students with and without disabilities compete as teammates. All Special Olympics New York programs are offered at no cost to athletes, their families or caregivers. The organization has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar.com and a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, making it one of the most trusted charities in the business nationally. For additional information about Special Olympics New York, to learn more about getting involved or to make a donation, visit www.specialolympicsNY.org.