Man Who Provides Food For Veterans & Police: Smithtown Local Hero

SMITHTOWN, NY — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Michael Debenedittis, who nominated his cousin, Donato Panico, of Smithtown.

Name:
Donato Panico

State:
NY

Hometown:
Smithtown

Hero's job:
Other

If other, job:
Foods store & Volunteer

Relationship to nominee:
Cousin

Reason for recognition:
The amount of food he makes for the Police Benevolent Association, Local Veterans Affairs homeless shelters, and Police & first responders

One thing to know:
Cares about The Vets

Thank you for all you do, Donato!

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