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Nurse Molly MacKay of Boston Hope Field Hospital is Reunited With Her Car!

Good News!  Nurse Molly MacKay was reunited with her car today!  Molly, a nurse with Atrius Health and the Boston Hope field hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic had her vehicle and all her PPE stolen earlier this

week.  The team at Today’s Collision worked with our partners in the community to help get Molly back on the road.

Stephen’s Automotive Transport retrieved Molly’s Car.  Enterprise provided Molly with a rental vehicle, and North Shore Mazda donated the needed parts.

Thank you to all who helped, and to our technicians and team members for taking such good care of Molly’s car!  Returning her car today has given a boost to our entire team!  Cheers to Anna Meiler of WBZ News for helping us connect with Molly!

Finally, thank you to Molly.  It has been a pleasure getting to know you this week.  Boston is lucky to have you on the frontlines of this pandemic.  We are grateful to you and your colleagues for being there for us!

Truck Refurbished for Gold Star Father Paul Monti

Some of you may remember our very first Recycled Rides™ event where we donated a vehicle to Mass Fallen Heroes veteran, Zachary O’Grady in 2015.  Since then, our relationship with the team members at Massachusetts Fallen Heroes has grown, and has become one of friendship.  The way their organization supports its members is unrivaled.  Each member has their personal story and we learn more and more of the sacrifices that have been made each time we get together with them.

We met Gold Star Father, Paul Monti, at one of our donation events, and he quickly became a close friend of ours.  Paul’s son, US Army Sergeant First Class Jared Monti, died while serving in Afghanistan in 2006.   Jared was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2009.  Paul has driven Jared’s truck since his death as a way to remember and feel connected to him.  Paul’s story inspired the Number One Country Song recorded by Lee Brice, “I Drive Your Truck.”

The truck, a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 V8, needed some major body and mechanical work for Paul to keep it on the road.  When he could no longer get an inspection sticker, Paul reluctantly handed over the keys.  (Thank you, Paul for trusting us with your precious memories.)  This week, we were able to return the truck to Paul, and he’s back on the road.  Revealing the truck to Paul had us mixed with emotions of pride, joy, empathy and sadness.  Watching Paul and the truck pull away from our shop, knowing that a Father can carry on with his tribute and memories of his son was a vision we will remember forever.  A special thank you to those employees who gave their time to work on the truck – Mike Walton, Mark Murray, Sal Diaz, Joe Firth, Fredy Correia, Adam Landry and of course, our own Bobby Cobb who insisted on personally painting the vehicle.  To our friends at Massachusetts Fallen Heroes, we thank you for your sacrifice, and all the work you do to help others!

Additional Photos: FB Album

 

Gold Star Daughter Receives Car from Today’s Collision

Recycled Rides Presentation Team (Photo Credit: Paul Hammersley, City of Malden) (From Left to Right) Chelsea Police Chief Brian Kyes; Malden Police Chief Kevin Molis; Malden Mayor Gary Christenson; Today’s Collision Owner, Kevin Kyes; Met Life, Kristie Croteau; Today’s Collision Owner, Bobby Cobb; National Auto Body Council, Linda Sulkala; Mass Fallen Heroes Executive Director, Dan Magoon; Mass Fallen Heroes Director of Operations Kelly Roche; Recipient, Gold Star Daughter of Army Sgt. Glenn R. Allison, Kaleigh Hayes; Gold Star Sister of Army Sgt. Glenn R. Allison, Jons Allison-Cardoso

 

Additional Photos: Recycled Rides Event Photos

Malden, MA (September 27, 2017)  Today’s Collision Repair Center recently participated in the National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides™ program, in which they received a salvage vehicle donated from MetLife Insurance, refurbished it, and presented the finished 2014 Nissan Sentra to Massachusetts Fallen Heroes’ Gold Star Daughter, Kaleigh Hayes.

Kaleigh was just 7 years old in 2003 when her father, Army Sgt. Glenn R. Allison, died in Iraq.  She is currently attending college, teaches at the Boys and Girls Club, works in a mentoring program and is a YMCA visitation supervisor.  Kaleigh gives back to the community and thinks of her father every day. “He inspired me to push forward, pay it forward, and make an impact on those around me,” Kaleigh told attendees and the press at the Gifting Event at Today’s Collision in Malden, MA.

Bobby Cobb, Owner, Today’s Collision commented, “Kaleigh didn’t have a car, and found it tough to get around.  MetLife donated a great vehicle.  We refurbished the exterior, brakes, gave it some new tires and performed some general maintenance.  I am thankful to have a crew of employees who enjoy making a difference and giving back.  For me, personally, these Recycled Rides™ events keep me grounded knowing that we can use our knowledge and skills to make a small change in someone’s life; like Kaleigh, who has given so much to our country and community.”

National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides™ program and 1-800 Charity Cars helped facilitate the difficult paperwork process associated with transferring the vehicle from the MetLife, to Today’s Collision, to getting Kaleigh on the road.  Today’s Collision also recognizes their associates at Enterprise for donating a $250 gas card to Kaleigh.

This is the fourth collaboration between Mass Fallen Heroes and Today’s Collision for this type of restored-vehicle donation.

After Kaleigh was given the keys, she received a police escort from the City of Malden police department as she drove away in her new car.  Today’s Collision will help Kaleigh keep her new car on the road for as long as she owns it.

 

Today’s Collision Sponsors Annual Journey Forward Walk

Today’s Collision is a proud sponsor of the Annual Journey Forward “Making Steps Walk.” This weekend, the non-profit’s founder, Dan Cummings, set up a 1/10 mile track at their location in Canton, MA.   Journey Forward clients, who have suffered a spinal cord injury, set out on this track to walk to raise money for the center.   The courage and determination the participants showed as they powered to take each step was remarkable.   Congratulations to all the walkers, and to Danny for continuing to build such a great Organization!  To learn more about Journey Forward, please visit their website:  http://www.journey-forward.org

 

Today’s Collision Sponsors Boston Harbor Boat Cruise

Today’s Collision sponsored The Greg Hill Foundation 2013 Boston Harbor Boat Cruise, which was held on September 28th.  Attendees enjoyed a spectacular, sunny, 70 degree day cruising around the harbor with stunning Boston Skyline views.   We had a blast listening to tunes from the crowd-favorite Brian Richard Trio, and catching up with all of our friends at The Greg Hill Foundation.  What a great way to spend one of the last “summerlike” days of the year!  Thanks to all of the Today’s Collision Team Members who came out to support such a great charity!  View our photos.

Today’s Collision Sponsors Milan Lucic Rock and Jock Charity Softball Event

The 2013 Milan Lucic Rock and Jock Softball game was held in Lowell, MA on September 5th.  The annual charity event drew a great fan turnout, and had an incredible showing by the Boston Bruins: Milan Lucic, David Krejci, Dennis Seidenberg, Brad Marchand, Chris Kelly, Torey Krug, Johnny Boychuck, Loui Ericksson, Dougie Hamilton, Gregory Campbell, Dan Paille, Matt Bartkowski, Shawn Thornton and Ray Bourque were all in attendance!  These “Jocks” took on the “Rocks” (a team of local radio and TV personalities, comedians and “rockers”).  Today’s Collision had the privilege of sponsoring the VIP cookout before the game and meeting some of the players.  Funds raised from this event are donated to the Celebrities for Charity Foundation.  Check out our photos.

Top: Bobby Cobb & Kevin Kyes with Milan Lucic and Loui Eriksson of the Boston Bruins. Bottom: Members of the Boston Bruins getting ready for the game.

Boston Harbor Boat Cruise Fundraiser Rescheduled for September 28, 2013

Today’s Collision will be sponsoring The Greg Hill Foundation’s Boston Harbor Boat Cruise on Saturday, September 28, 2013. Join us for a fun afternoon cruising around the Harbor, while listening to live music from The Brian Richard Trio.  Boarding begins at 12:00pm at the Bay State Cruise Lines terminal at 200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA.  Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through The Greg Hill Foundation.

Greg Hill greets some of the Today’s Team on the top deck during the 2012 Boat Cruise

Today’s Collision Sponsors Chelsea Fire Department Golf Event

Today’s Collision, along with members of Enterprise-Rent-A-Car, joined the Chelsea Fire Department for their Annual Golf Event to raise scholarship funds for graduating Chelsea High School Seniors.

Dan Cummings, Founder of Journey Forward featured on FOX 25 News

Check out this FOX 25 News segment with Maria Stephanos.  Dan Cummings, Founder of non-profit, Journey Forward, is interviewed.  Can you spot any of the Today’s Collision Employees in any of the photos during this segment?

 View Video.

Dan Cummings finishing his 3rd Annual “Making Steps Walk” 2012.

 

3rd Annual Run For The Roses Fundraising Event – May 4, 2013 at 3:00pm

The 3rd Annual Run for the Roses Celebration benefiting the Greg Hill Foundation will be at Max and Dylans Downtown (15 West Street, Boston MA 02111). Come watch the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 3:00 PM. Ladies can join the Best Hat Contest, and the Guys can enter into the Best Dressed Southern Gentleman Contest.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased through the Greg Hill Foundation.

To see our photos from last year’s event, click here.