Remember the story of how Rosa’s Fresh Pizza is making a difference and helping those in need in the Philadelphia area? Since the story broke, Rosa’s pay-it-forward plan has been put even further into motion by individuals sharing the good word about this pizzeria with a mission.
Not only has Rosa’s Fresh Pizza seen an increase in business, but they’ve also experienced a boost in patrons donating their $1 bills to help purchase a slice of pizza for homeless individuals who stop in. According to Upworthy, their interview with the owner was viewed more than 35 million times on Facebook and the story was shared more than 800,000 times online. It is this type of kindness that shows just how important paying it forward truly is.
The next time you stop into Rosa’s Fresh Pizza, donate a dollar so that someone in need can have a hot slice of pizza for lunch or dinner.
Find Rosa’s Fresh Pizza at 25 S. 11th St. in Philadelphia; phone: (215) 627-6727.
- Photo: Lauren Avellino Turton
