Technology/Services

Atlas Oil Fetes the Marines

"This is just a small way to show them our appreciation," company says
TAYLOR, Mich. -- More than 300 Marines and their families attended the Atlas Oil Co. third-annual Marine Holiday Party at Selfridge Air National Guard Base (ANGB) on Saturday. The Marines enjoyed a day of food, fun and festivities. This Atlas Oil tradition began three years ago when the company learned that the troops at Selfridge ANGB were unable to afford their annual holiday party due to budget cutbacks. Since then, Atlas Oil team members and several vendor partners have combined efforts to sponsor the event.

"This is the least we can do for them and show them our appreciation," [image-nocss] said Sam Simon, CEO and owner of Taylor, Mich.-based Atlas Oil. "I am proud to have team members who are excited to spend their own time giving back to the men and women in uniform who fight for our everyday freedom. This is just a small way to show them our appreciation."

The party included entertainment provided by The Simone Vitale Band and Detroit Country Day Students. Children of the Marines were treated to many different activities such as a bounce house donated by Inflatable Playspaces, crafts, cookie decorating and a special visit from Santa Claus. Lucky Marines who participated in a raffle walked away with flat screen TVs, sporting event tickets and many other prizes.

When asked what his favorite part of the event was, Simon said, "I love being able to see the smiling faces of the Marines enjoying quality time with their loved ones. Atlas Oil is proud to honor these great heroes."

Click herefor an image galley from the event.

Atlas Oil is a national petroleum products distributor and services provider. With 24/7/365 operations, Atlas meets the fuel and service needs of businesses, municipalities and governments in 20 states and Ontario, Canada. It also supplies fuel to nearly 400 gasoline convenience stores throughout Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.

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