SERVPRO Supports Women Fighting Hunger

Longtime contributors to the Greater Boston Food Bank, Joanna and Nigel Travis join SERVPRO HQ and local franchises to support the event’s mission

Gallatin, Tennessee, and Boston, Massachusetts, October 17, 2024—SERVPRO Headquarters proudly participated in the annual Women Fighting Hunger Breakfast, donating $25,000 as a Sustaining Sponsor to support the Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB). The event, held to raise awareness and funds to combat food insecurity in Eastern Massachusetts, has collectively raised over $2.5 million since its inception.

Joanna Travis, previously honored for her contributions to the Women Fighting Hunger cause, took center stage at this year’s event, helping to honor philanthropist Randi Cutler. Randi has been recognized for her efforts in combatting food insecurity and advocating for the health and well-being of vulnerable populations, particularly children. Joanna was joined by her husband, SERVPRO Chairman Nigel Travis, along with headquarters teammates from Gallatin, Tennessee, and local representatives from several franchises in the Greater Boston area, all of whom came together to support this vital cause.

The Women Fighting Hunger initiative, organized by GBFB, serves as a critical force in addressing hunger across the state. Each year, the breakfast brings together business and community leaders who are dedicated to making a difference in the fight against food insecurity. Through its involvement, SERVPRO demonstrates its ongoing commitment to community causes and giving back to the regions in which it operates.

“Hunger is a serious issue that affects far too many families in our region,” said Nigel Travis. “We are honored to participate in such a meaningful cause, and I’m excited that SERVPRO has joined us in our mission. The Greater Boston Food Bank’s work is truly inspiring, and we’re proud to be a part of this impactful event.”

For SERVPRO, this donation is just one part of a broader initiative to support local communities, reflecting the company’s dedication to health and well-being far beyond its core business of restoration and recovery services.

About SERVPRO^®

For more than 50 years, SERVPRO has been a trusted leader in fire and water cleanup and restoration services, construction, mold mitigation, biohazard and pathogen remediation. SERVPRO’s professional services network of more than 2,200 individually owned and operated franchises spans the United States and Canada, responding to property damage emergencies large and small – from million-square-foot commercial facilities to individual homes. When disaster strikes, homeowners, business owners and major insurance companies alike rely on SERVPRO to make it “Like it never even happened.”

About the Greater Boston Food Bank

The Greater Boston Food Bank is a member of Feeding America and plays a crucial role in addressing hunger in Massachusetts. With a network that distributes over 87 million healthy meals annually, GBFB provides essential food resources to people in need across 190 cities and towns. The Women Fighting Hunger initiative has been a vital contributor to this mission since 2010. For more information on the event, visit www.womenfightinghunger.org

Photo Caption:

Representatives from several local SERVPRO franchises, headquarters, and the board of directors attended the Women Fighting Hunger Breakfast, donating $25,000 to support the Greater Boston Area Food Bank. Attendees from left are Kerry Armstrong, SERVPRO of Salem/Peabody/Marblehead; David Kurzontkowski, SERVPRO of Framingham; Jesse Mathewson, SERVPRO Team TMC; Nigel Travis, SERVPRO Chairman of the Board; Kim Brooks, SERVPRO HQ; Monique Shanley, SERVPRO of Framingham; Kelly Rowe, SERVPRO of Washington County; Kayla Tutsch, SERVPRO of Downtown/Back Bay/South Boston; Jenna Mazurek, SERVPRO of Framingham; and Tyler Estes, SERVPRO HQ.

 Attendees and titles:

1. Kim Brooks, Director of Communications (HQ)
2. Tyler Estes, Regional Marketing Specialist for the Northeast (HQ)
3. Kerry Armstrong, Sales & Marketing Representative, SERVPRO of Salem/Peabody/Marblehead 
4. Jessica Kulevich, Office Manager, SERVPRO of Salem/Peabody/Marblehead
5. Jesse Mathewson, COO, Team TMC
6. Kayla Tutsch, Owner, Team TMC
7. Kelly Rowe, Director of Sales and Marketing, Team Luzzi
8. Monique Shanley, General Manager, SERVPRO of Framingham
9. David Kurzontkowski, Owner, SERVPRO of Framingham
10. Jenna Mazurek, Owner, Team TMC