Apóla Greek Grill Giving Back for the Holidays
Apóla Greek Grill is hosting a fundraiser to raise $5,000 for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, donating 5% of proceeds from Apóla Pita Sandwiches and other items.
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Apóla Greek Grill is hosting a fundraiser to raise $5,000 for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, donating 5% of proceeds from Apóla Pita Sandwiches and other items.

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