Category: Community

#TackleHomelessness with Windermere and the Seattle Seahawks

Earlier this year, Windermere Real Estate and the Seattle Seahawks announced that they were joining forces to help #tacklehomelessness. For every home game tackle made by the Seahawks, the Windermere Foundation is donating $100 to YouthCare, a non-profit that provides support and… Read More

We are Thankful for the Opportunity to Give Back

Every year, families and friends gather together on the third Thursday of November to break bread and give thanks. Here at Gentle Giant, we believe that recognizing hard work and celebrating success is an important factor in building a positive work… Read More

Rowing is in our Blood

As the leaves change and the temperatures plummet, it is hard to deny the fact that summer is over. In Boston, that means a lot of things. It means shorter days, endless raking, a plethora of pumpkin spice beverages, and… Read More

Gentle Giant Eliminates Hunger, One Move at a Time

Part of the mission at Gentle Giant Moving Company is to be a positive member of the communities we serve. To assist with this effort, Gentle Giant joined a national partnership last year with Move For Hunger, a non-profit organization… Read More

How to Make Moving Easier for Children

Moving is stressful for both adults and children, whether you’re relocating across town or across the country. Young children might idealize their old house and get emotional about leaving it, and teenagers might become moody during the transition. Boston-based parenting… Read More

Avoiding Heat Stroke During the Summer Months

Heat is a serious factor that influences moves during the summer months, both for our movers and our customers. Make sure you are taking the necessary steps to keep yourself safe this summer by staying well-hydrated, long before you even… Read More

Gentle Giant Participates in 2014 Fight for Air Climb

Gentle Giant recently participated in the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb. These events take place in cities across the country and are unique fundraising events for the American Lung Association. This unique "vertical road race" challenges teams of… Read More

Giant Alum: Hillary Saeger, Rowing Champion and Former Packing Specialist

This month, we are featuring multi-medal winning rower and former pack and prep specialist, Hillary Saeger. She is the niece of our founder, Larry O'Toole and worked out of our Boston warehouse in 2007 and 2008. Like many of our… Read More

Giant Alum: Carson Duarte, Former Crew Chief

Shortly after graduating from Boston University in 1999, Carson Converse found herself rowing at Riverside Boat Club and in need of a job. Carson's roommates, who were Gentle Giant employees, encouraged her to apply for a position at the best… Read More

10 Moving and Downsizing Tips for Senior Citizens

Moving senior citizens, retirees and the elderly has become one of our specialty services. Baby-boomers are faced with downsizing themselves, while simultaneously transitioning their parents to one of the many types of senior housing. Here are Gentle Giant's 10 Helpful Moving… Read More