Mrs. T's Pierogies Invites Fans to Add a "Y" to Their Name in Celebration of National Pierogy Day

Just like Mrs. T's spells pierogy  with a "Y," you can, too, and it could earn you $10,000

SHENANDOAH, Pa., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ready to step into your pierogy era? For over 70 years, Mrs. T's Pierogies, the largest producer of frozen pierogies in the country, has proudly spelled pierogy with a "Y" because it's more than just a letter – it's one of the reasons that makes Mrs. T's and National Pierogy Day truly unique. That's why to celebrate National Pierogy Day on October 8, Mrs. T's is rallying its Pierogy Squad to rep the "Y" loud and proud, and one lucky fan who pledges to add a "Y" to their name will be rewarded with $10,000.

Starting October 1, fans can head to the Sweepstakes post on @mrstspierogies' Instagram and pledge to swap an "I" in their name for a "Y" (or simply add a "Y") for a chance to win $10,000 and exclusive merch, plus earn bragging rights as the brand's MVP (Most Valuable Pierogy-Lover).*

"National Pierogy Day is our favorite time of year to celebrate the joy pierogies bring to mealtime," said Alyssa Panzarella, Director of Marketing at Mrs. T's Pierogies. "This year, we're inviting our Pierogy Squad to embrace the 'Y' just like we do – whether it's by having fun with their name, telling us why they love pierogies, sharing a one-of-a-kind pierogy pairing, or showcasing a unique talent or trait. We can't wait to see how our Pierogy Squad makes this celebration their own."

Mrs. T's is also hosting a merch giveaway and surprising 30 lucky fans with a Pierogy Prize Pack featuring a cozy, limited-edition sweatshirt, surprise goodies and playful temporary tattoos — because nothing says "I love pierogies" quite like literally wearing it on your sleeve. To enter, fans can head to @mrstspierogies on Instagram and follow the giveaway instructions for a chance to snag one of these exclusive packs.

National Pierogy Day, celebrated each year on October 8, became official in 2008 and recognizes the day in 1952 when Mrs. T's Pierogies founder Ted Twardzik Sr., the son of the Mrs. T, made his very first pierogy sale to his local grocery store in Shenandoah, PA. The holiday recognizes pierogies – pasta pockets stuffed with the stuff you love like creamy mashed potatoes, cheesy goodness and other big, bold flavors that are best enjoyed with the ones you love.

Mrs. T's invites its #PierogySquad and first-time members to share how they are celebrating National Pierogy Day this year by using #NationalPierogyDay and tagging @mrstspierogies on social. To join the fun and celebrate National Pierogy Day, or for recipe inspiration, fans can visit www.mrstspierogies.com, Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok, X and Pinterest.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of 50 US/DC who are at least 18 years old as of date of entry. Begins 8:00 AM ET on October 1, 2025; ends 11:59PM ET on October 8, 2025. For Official Rules and eligibility, visit http://www.mrstspierogies.com/npd: Ateeco Inc. D/B/A Mrs. T's Pierogies.

About Mrs. T's Pierogies

In 1952, Ted Twardzik Sr. dreamed of starting a food company inspired by his mother's pierogy recipe. He remembered how popular the Polish dumplings were at church festivals and thought people would be excited to purchase them from their local grocery stores year-round. Later that year, Ted sold the very first pierogy samples to his local grocery store in Shenandoah, PA, and to honor his mother Mary Twardzik – the Mrs. T – he called his company Mrs. T's Pierogies. Now, more than 70 years later, Mrs. T's Pierogies is the largest producer of frozen pierogies, producing 600 million pierogies a year.

SOURCE Mrs. T's Pierogies