Our Volunteers

Organize regular pizza deliveries to various first responder’s locations throughout the area. Volunteers from our community pick up pizzas from local pizza partners and personally deliver them to these heroes. Along with the pizzas, we also spend time with the first responders sharing stories and expressing our gratitude for their service.

First responders often work long, stressful hours and face challenging situations. By delivering pizzas, we aim to provide them with a moment of joy and a reminder that the hard work is appreciated. It is our way of giving back and building a stronger bond between first responders and the community they serve.

Our efforts are made possible through the dedication of our volunteers and the generosity of local businesses. We collaborate with local pizza establishments to secure pizza donations to support our mission. Volunteers play a crucial role in coordinating deliveries and spreading the word about our cause.

Originator and Lead Coordinator: Barry Lukatch
Publicity Coordinator: Kathleen Hoover
Pizza Patrons Coordinator: Joseph Destefano
Pizza Delivery Coordinator: Michael Flanagan
Volunteer Coordinator: Barry Lukatch
Website Developer: Fort Myers Technical College
Record Keeping & Coordinator: Bonnie Flanagan
Volunteers: Ann Marie Destefano, Eileen Bobman, Mary Ann Gilhooley, Ginny Murphy, Jo Ann Zeller, Bandi Huesman, Joni Gregg, Toni Sorensen, Chuck Olender, Charlotte Brewer and Susan Beisman

Volunteer Stories

“Every time I participate in delivering pizzas to first responders I am overwhelmed with joy to see the look on their faces when we show up with the pizzas.” – Joe

“I love the look of gratitude I see on the faces of the men and women at the Lee County Sheriff’s Headquarters and the Fire/EMS stations. They are always so happy to receive the free donated pizzas from our Pizza Partners.” – Bonnie