'He Is Extremely Selfless': Three Village Local Hero

THREE VILLAGE, 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 Kelly Peritore, who nominated her husband, Joe Peritore, of Three Village.

Name:
Joe Peritore

State:
NY

Hometown:
Three Village

Hero's job:
Other

If other, job:
Partners w/ Great Cycle Challenge USA to help fight against kids cancer. He has a goal to raise $5,000 & is currently halfway there. He is committed to bike 300 miles for the month of September. He also works w/ local charities.

Relationship to nominee:
Spouse

Reason for recognition:
Every year, he sets bigger goals to meet. He has raised thousands of dollars for this charity over the past couple of years; they are doing wonderful things. Cancer has greatly affected both of our families, and he wants nothing more then to see it beat.

One thing to know:
He is extremely selfless. I admire how giving he is to others in need even when we don’t always have a lot to give. He truly hopes to make a difference in the lives of others and has been an incredible example to our children.

Thank you for all you do, Joe!

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