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title: "Penn Station Sandwiches Launches Annual Deals for Down Syndrome Fundraiser, Building on More Than $2 Million Raised"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/e31e1428-4cff-4fec-a8d4-8feeb9ed2c0a
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260910_penn_station_sandwiches_launches_annual_deals_for_down_syndrome_fundraiser_.html
category: "Sandwich & sub"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Sandwich & sub"
published: 2026-09-10T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T14:57:20.897Z
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# Penn Station Sandwiches Launches Annual Deals for Down Syndrome Fundraiser, Building on More Than $2 Million Raised

**TL;DR:** Penn Station Sandwiches has launched its annual Deals for Down Syndrome fundraiser, which has raised over $2 million for Down syndrome associations across the country. The fundraiser offers a coupon booklet with over $30 in Penn Station offers for a $5 donation, with Penn Station matching every dollar raised.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-09-10. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260910_penn_station_sandwiches_launches_annual_deals_for_down_syndrome_fundraiser_.html).*

## Story

For a limited time, while supplies last, guests donate $5 to receive a coupon booklet packed with over $30 in Penn Station offers, with proceeds benefiting Down Syndrome Associations across the country. Penn Station Sandwiches matches every dollar raised, doubling the impact of customer donations.

“Year after year, our guests show us just how much they care about supporting their communities,” said Jeff Osterfeld, founder of Penn Station Sandwiches. “Surpassing $2 million in support is something we’re incredibly proud of, but what matters most is the impact those dollars can have for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. We’re grateful to everyone who purchases a booklet and makes a donation or helps us spread the word.”

Available at participating Penn Station locations, the Deals for Down Syndrome booklet features four coupons that guests can use on future visits including:

- **FREE small sub or sandwich**

- **FREE kid’s meal with qualifying purchase**

- **FREE regular drink and small fry**

- **BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE sub of equal value, any size**

Each coupon includes a unique, one-time-use promotional code and can be redeemed in-store, online or through the Penn Station app through March 21, 2027—National Down Syndrome Awareness Day.

“Our long-standing partnership with Penn Station means so much to the Down syndrome community,” said Beth Smith, Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati. “It’s incredibly meaningful to see Penn Station and its guests come together year after year to support individuals with Down syndrome and their families. This campaign not only raises important funds for local programs and resources but also helps bring greater awareness to the Down syndrome community.

We’re grateful for Penn Station’s continued dedication and excited to build on that impact again this year.”

Proceeds from Deals for Down Syndrome stay local, supporting Down Syndrome Associations in communities where Penn Station restaurants operate. These organizations provide programs, educational resources, advocacy and enrichment opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Guests can purchase a Deals for Down Syndrome booklet at a participating Penn Station restaurant or online while supplies last and then redeem their coupons in-store, online or through the Penn Station app.

Founded in 1985 by Jeff Osterfeld, Penn Station Sandwiches is celebrating over 40 years of serving award-winning grilled hot and classic cold subs, sandwiches, wraps, bowls and award-winning fresh cut fries complemented with freshly squeezed lemonade. Privately held and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the brand is known as a community staple in states including Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, while rapidly expanding into North Carolina, South Carolina, and Michigan. With more than 300 locations nationwide, Penn Station is considered among the country’s strongest franchise systems and is proud to be ranked on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list.

The mission of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati is to empower individuals, educate families, enhance communities and together, celebrate the extraordinary lives of people with Down syndrome.

With many attractive development territories available for multi-unit growth, there has never been a better time to become a Penn Station franchisee.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- QSR (sector)
- community support (topic)
- franchise philanthropy (topic)
- Jeff Osterfeld (person)
- Penn Station Sandwiches (company)
- coupon promotion (topic)
- Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati (company)
- Beth Smith (person)
- down syndrome fundraiser (topic)
- Penn Station Sandwiches investment in Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati (deal)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260910_penn_station_sandwiches_launches_annual_deals_for_down_syndrome_fundraiser_.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/e31e1428-4cff-4fec-a8d4-8feeb9ed2c0a).