Local exterior remodeling company marks 10th year of turkey donation initiative as food requests increase by 26%
BEVERLY, MA — November 24, 2025 — This milestone year highlights the power of a warm meal and shelter. Coastal Windows & Exteriors celebrates its 10th year of bringing Norman Rockwell’s Freedom from Want vision to life. The company donates turkey and fixin’ bags to The Open Door Pantry and Beverly Bootstraps annually. The Open Door reports a 26% surge in food assistance requests since 2024, showing growing community need. The goal is to help North Shore families facing food insecurity enjoy a hot, home-cooked Thanksgiving Day meal.
The exterior remodeling company is donating 50 turkeys weighing 839 pounds to The Open Door in Gloucester, where each bird carries a special tag honoring Coastal’s recent customers who made these donations possible. These turkey donations directly address the double-digit increase in food assistance requests The Open Door and Beverly Bootstraps has experienced this year.
Freedom from Want—the right to live without hunger or deprivation—was first expressed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941. At Coastal Windows & Exteriors, Freedom from Want means no North Shore resident should lack shelter or food on the table.
“For the past decade, Coastal Windows has embraced the spirit of giving by helping create freedom from want during the holidays with turkey donations,” said Julie LaFontaine, President and CEO of The Open Door. “This effort shows the strength of community and the powerful impact of businesses and partnerships working together for the greater good.”
Since launching this initiative in 2015, Coastal Windows & Exteriors has invested more than $10,000 in direct food support with 500+ turkeys and food pairings through Beverly Bootstraps and The Open Door. The Freedom from Want meaning extends far beyond a single holiday meal. It represents the fundamental right to live without fear of hunger or deprivation—a vision immortalized in Norman Rockwell’s beloved 1943 painting depicting a multigenerational family gathered around an abundant Thanksgiving table.
“What is Freedom from Want in today’s world? It’s both shelter and sustenance—a secure roof overhead, a warm draft-free home and food on every table,” says Stephanie Vanderbilt, owner of Coastal Windows & Exteriors and 2024 Massachusetts Small Business Person of the Year. “As the #1 woman-owned exterior remodeling contractor in New England, we protect homes from cold and unpredictable weather. Through our community partnerships, we’re equally committed to making sure those homes have filled pantries and warm holiday meals.”
This November, Coastal Windows & Exteriors contributed 25 fixin’ bags to Beverly Bootstraps’ ambitious goal of assembling 750 complete holiday meal packages—providing families with everything needed to create treasured Thanksgiving memories.
As the Farmers’ Almanac predicts a harsh ‘Chill, Snow, Repeat’ winter pattern ahead with energy costs projected to rise 13% or more, the intersection of housing security and food security becomes even more important. Coastal’s work as an exterior remodeling company helps homeowners reduce energy bills through high-performance windows, insulated siding, and energy-efficient roofing systems—savings that can help families allocate more resources toward other essential needs.
We had 50 year old foggy, leaky windows.and slider replaced with triple pane glass. Now we can again enjoy the beautiful views,” said Kevin C., a Coastal Windows & Exteriors customer.
“Patrick’s performance was professional throughout this transaction. Completely satisfied. I highly recommend!”
With energy efficient replacement windows. weatherproof roofing, durable entry doors, insulated vinyl siding, and James Hardie fiber cement installation, all North Shore homeowners can enjoy increased indoor comfort this season and beyond.
“James Hardie board exceeded our expectations and we continuously receive comments on how beautiful it looks,” said Alix C., a North Shore homeowner and Coastal Windows & Exteriors homeowner. “The crew that showed up was courteous, competent, and were clearly experts in what they were doing. The project manager, Steve checked in on the progress regularly and helped to work through any issues that arose. The work was done quickly, but the quality was top-notch. We would use Coastal again.”
The company’s decade-long commitment to Freedom from Want extends far beyond the Thanksgiving season, continuing throughout the entire year. Coastal Windows & Exteriors supports veterans year-round through the impactful Roofs for Heroes program and various local community initiatives. They also sponsor recognition events and partner with organizations that address fundamental needs across the North Shore community. This season, the company is planning to install a brand-new GAF roofing system for a veteran in need. The recipient will be located in [TOWN, STATE], continuing Coastal’s mission of giving back where it matters most.
“Our leaky old roof was replaced professionally and seamlessly,” said Emily N., a Coastal Windows & Exteriors customer. “I cannot say enough good things about our roofing team, from the initial consultation to the final clean up.”
“I love that we are able to support the community with education and a passion for service and love to end with my favorite quote from Julie, from the Open Door…It’s a big job but together we are stronger.” Stephanie Vanderbilt, owner of Coastal Windows & Exteriors.
About Coastal Windows & Exteriors
Established in 2011, Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a local, woman-owned, family-run exterior remodeling company in Beverly, Massachusetts. The company is committed to giving homeowners an empathetic and educational experience through expert exterior remodeling services they can trust. Coastal Windows & Exteriors has earned many accolades for excellence in business and home improvement performance across New England. These include the SBA Massachusetts Business Person of the Year and the GAF President’s Club Award for roofing excellence. They also received the James Hardie Service Excellence Award and the James Hardie President’s Club Award for outstanding achievements. Other honors include the Minuteman Service Award and the Family Business of the Year recognition for consistent quality and leadership.
Coastal is the #1 Woman-Owned Replacement Company in New England on Inc. 5000 and Qualified Remodeler Top 500 List. Additional Qualified Remodeler rankings include #4 overall and #4 among privately owned exterior remodeling companies in New England. They are also the only roofing company in the region to appear on the prestigious Qualified Remodeler Top 500 List. CWE ranks #2 as a Qualified Remodeler Top Satisfaction Leader in Home Improvement based on customer experience and feedback. The company has won the BONS Editors’ Choice Award for three years in a row: 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Coastal Windows & Exteriors stands out as New England’s top-rated remodeler. It has the highest volume of verified reviews available. As a family-owned business, not a franchise, Coastal provides homeowners with a local, one-on-one experience. They offer trusted service through an award-winning company homeowners can rely on completely. The company is a GAF-certified roofing contractor and also a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor. Coastal offers energy-efficient replacement windows, premium vinyl siding, and high-quality entry doors designed for performance and beauty.