{"id":1195,"date":"2019-08-23T14:48:13","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T18:48:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/?p=1195"},"modified":"2024-12-02T10:19:15","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T15:19:15","slug":"bobs-and-patriots-surprise-200-kids-with-new-beds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/bobs-and-patriots-surprise-200-kids-with-new-beds\/","title":{"rendered":"Bob\u2019s and Patriots Surprise 200 Kids with New Beds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube aligncenter wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"A Bed-Zone Celebration!\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ai4200MAUbg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gillette Stadium was already buzzing with excitement on Monday even though the first preseason game was still a few days away.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the field, end zone celebrations were in full swing, bear hugs were being shared and 200 wide, cheerful smiles stretched from sideline to sideline at the Bed-Zone Bash. I was so excited to be a part of this amazing event and meet all the children!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05065.jpg\" alt=\"The Second Annual Bed-Zone Bash was held on Monday, August 19 at Gillette Stadium | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05065.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05065-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05065-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>The Second Annual Bed-zone Bash was held on Monday, August 19 at Gillette Stadium.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The event helped support <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mahomeless.org\/a-bed-for-every-child-initiative?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=bedforeverychildhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">A Bed for Every Child<\/a><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mahomeless.org\/a-bed-for-every-child-initiative?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=bedforeverychildhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"> <\/a>(an initiative of the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless) and provided 200 amazing kids with mattresses, pillows and beds from Bob\u2019s. In addition, the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Patriots Foundation (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.patriots.com\/community\/?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=Patriotsfoundationhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\">Patriots Foundation<\/a> dressed up each bed with a team bed set, give-away items, and pajamas courtesy of the Pajama Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part? It was all a huge surprise for the kids. They were told they are going to the stadium for a tour, which on its own is way cool! But when the \u201ctour\u201d took a turn to the same tunnel that the players run out of on game day, the kids knew they were in for a surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With \u201cCrazy Train\u201d blaring from the speakers just like game day, the children ran out onto the field to see their new beds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThey were just so amazed that they were running through the tunnel,\u201d said Robyn Frost, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless. \u201cThey were amazed when they got out and they were more amazed to find their bed with their name on it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting Ready for the Kids!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04578.jpg\" alt=\"Volunteers set up the 200 beds on the field at Gillette Stadium | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04578.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04578-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04578-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>Volunteers set up the 200 beds on the field at Gillette Stadium.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up 200 beds on the field at Gillette Stadium is no easy feat, but luckily, I had plenty of help from my co-workers and the Patriots Foundation and their volunteers. The day started bright and early at 7am when the first of two <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/bobs-outreach?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=BobsDiscountFurniturehyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture (opens in a new tab)\">Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture<\/a> trucks backed up to the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04928.jpg\" alt=\"Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture partnered with the Patriots Foundation to donate 200 beds to children.\" class=\"wp-image-1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04928.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04928-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC04928-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture partnered with the Patriots Foundation to donate 200 beds to children.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For the next few hours, all the volunteers worked like a team as they unloaded the truck and placed the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"mattresses (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=mattresseshyperlink\" target=\"_blank\">mattresses<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses\/c\/box-springs-and-foundations?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=foundationshyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"foundations (opens in a new tab)\">foundations<\/a> on the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube aligncenter wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Time-Lapse Video of Bed-Zone Bash\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oORzH8w4qXM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, it was time to dress all the beds with sheets, New England Patriots comforters and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses\/c\/pillows?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bedzonebash&amp;utm_content=pillowshyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Bob\u2019s pillows (opens in a new tab)\">Bob\u2019s pillows<\/a>. We topped each bed off with a number of fun items including a teddy bear, book and pajamas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Big Reveal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05023.jpg\" alt=\"The children walked out the same tunnel the Patriots players run out of on game day | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05023.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05023-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05023-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>The children walked out the same tunnel the Patriots players run out of on game day<strong>.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With the kids waiting in the tunnel and the music blasting, it was time for the big surprise. This is where things got super exciting. Kids jumping on beds, eating candy from my complimentary in-store cafes, and having some good old-fashioned kid fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1202\" data-id=\"1202\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05069.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05069.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05069-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05069-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1203\" data-id=\"1203\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05049.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05049.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05049-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05049-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1204\" data-id=\"1204\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05056.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05056.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05056-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05056-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1205\" data-id=\"1205\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05072.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05072.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05072-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05072-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1206\" data-id=\"1206\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05076.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05076.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05076-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05076-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, if you\u2019re a kid (of any age) on a football field you\u2019re gonna have some fun running around and dancing in the end zone! Even I couldn\u2019t resist showing off some of my moves.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the big bed reveals, the kids sprinted down the field to the far end zone for inflatable games and a meet and greet with cheerleaders and Pat the Patriot. The children also enjoyed face painting, balloon clowns and lunch. Mmm\u2026 I just loved those chicken tenders! Good thing the honey mustard drips blend in with my yellow shirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05093.jpg\" alt=\"The children were all smiles after seeing their new beds and meeting Pat | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05093.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05093-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05093-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>The children were all smiles after seeing their new beds and meeting Pat.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Another Surprise \u2013 Patriot Players!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05276.jpg\" alt=\"The children enjoyed a meet and greet with Patriot players | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05276.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05276-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05276-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>The children enjoyed a meet and greet with Patriot players.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With the event winding down, there was one surprise left for the children \u2013 a visit by players. Patriot players took the field for a few minutes to sign autographs, chat with the kids and take selfies. What a great moment for these kids!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05254.jpg\" alt=\"Children take a selfie with Patriots player Marcus Cannon | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05254.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05254-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/DSC05254-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><br>Selfie time with Marcus Cannon!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Time to Say Goodbye<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before I knew it, the kids had to head home. We waved goodbye and shared a few hugs. My volunteers were right back at it. Breaking it all down and loading the trucks back up. The beds would be delivered to their homes in the coming week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhat an awesome opportunity for these kids to start off the school year; get a good night\u2019s sleep so they\u2019ll be successful both in the classroom and successful at home as they sleep well in their brand-new Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture beds,\u201d said Donna Spigarolo, director of community relations for the New England Patriots Foundation. &nbsp;  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What a long, but amazing day. Until next year! Great job team.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gillette Stadium was already buzzing with excitement on Monday even though the first preseason game was still a few days away.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On the field, end zone celebrations were in full swing, bear hugs were being shared and 200 wide, cheerful smiles stretched from sideline to sideline at the Bed-Zone Bash. 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