The candy Journey
Who gifted a box of chocolates to his wife Athena?
Frank Sarris
In what year did Frank move his candy-making business out of the basement?
1963
In what year was Frank named Pennsylvania Small Businessperson of the Year?
2001
What role did Frank have in his family’s business?
self-made entrepreneur
Where was Frank Sarris born?
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
What did Frank start making in his basement?
Chocolate
What did Frank build next to his house?
small candy shop
Who attended the ceremony where Frank was honored as one of the top small-businessmen?
President George W. Bush
What did Frank involve his entire family in?
candy business
In which war did Frank serve in the U.S. Army?
the Korean War
Where did Frank first sell his chocolates?
local market
What happened to Frank's house to make way for a bigger candy store?
demolished
What award was Frank nominated for by the National Confectioners Association?
Kettle Award
Which clinic did the Sarris family open in 2006?
Frank Sarris Outpatient Clinic
What year was Frank born?
1928
What job did Frank quit to make candy full-time?
forklift job
Who helped Frank create an old-fashioned candy store in 1979?
Bill Sarris
In what year did Frank receive the Washington County Philanthropist of the Year award?
2003
Which organizations did Frank support in Washington County?
Washington County Humane Society and the National Kidney Foundation?
What did Frank do after returning home from the Army?
start a candy business
In what year did Frank start his candy business?
1960
What nickname did Frank earn because of his candy?
“The Candy Man”
What college recognized Frank as Entrepreneur of the Year in 2002?
Washington & Jefferson College
What type of events did Frank participate in to raise awareness for organ donation?
organ donor awareness events
What is one of the community events Frank helped with in Canonsburg?
Canonsburg 4th of July parade