PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany blue collar community is coming together to support one of their own with a heartfelt fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, September 12, at 4:00 p.m.
Anthony Shandra, a 20-plus year member of the Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department and a dedicated Parsippany sanitation worker, was seriously injured on the morning of Tuesday, April 28, while working on the back of a sanitation truck during his shift. Shandra was rushed to the hospital, where he underwent surgery. He is now in recovery, but faces a long road ahead, including significant medical expenses and an extended absence from work that will impact him and his family.
Anyone who knows Anthony knows the kind of person he is — someone who shows up, works hard, and is always there when others need him. Even through his recovery, he has maintained his sense of humor and positive attitude.
Now, his union brothers and the Parsippany community are being asked to return the favor.
“Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” will be held at the Police Athletic League of Parsippany-Troy Hills, located at 33 Baldwin Road. The event features a pasta dinner along with a tricky tray full of prizes, and is BYOB.
Preparing the meal will be members of the Order Sons of Itlay in America – Lodge 2561, a longstanding Italian-American fraternal organization known for its charitable work, community service, cultural preservation, and support of local families and organizations throughout Morris County. Volunteers from the organization will serve a traditional pasta dinner for attendees.
“We are asking the residents of Parsippany to come together to support one of our own,” said Patrick Campbell, event organizer.
Tickets and tricky tray bundles can be purchased online by clicking here.
