John Yawn and Rob Rajkowski Join First Responders Children's Foundation Board of Directors

NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- First Responders Children's Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to serving the children of U.S. first responders including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, EMTs, corrections officers, and 911 dispatchers, has announced that John Yawn, Chief Operations Officer of Sunbelt Merchant Group, and Rob Rajkowski, Chief Marketing Officer of SERVPRO have joined its national Board of Directors.

"John Yawn and Rob Rajkowski bring exceptional leadership and strategic vision to our board. Qualities that strengthen our ability to support children of first responders," said Jillian Crane, President and CEO of First Responders Children's Foundation. "As COO of Sunbelt Merchant Group, John leads a team dedicated to empowering independent business owners and giving back to communities at scale. Rob, as CMO of SERVPRO, one of our most generous partners, brings deep expertise in brand engagement, cross-industry collaboration, and storytelling. We're grateful for their commitment as FRCF continues to grow and deliver critical programs with impact."

John Yawn has been the Chief Operations Officer of Sunbelt Merchant Group since 2018. Under John's leadership, Sunbelt empowers independent convenience store owners with the necessary platforms to compete with the large-chain outlets. Highly respected as both a strategist and a mentor, John is trusted by top consumer brands for his insight into product development, marketing, and distribution. His leadership blends creativity with a steadfast commitment to mutual success.

"As the father of a law enforcement sergeant, I am honored to join the board of First Responders Children's Foundation. At Sunbelt Merchant Group, my focus has always been on empowering independent business owners with the tools and resources they need to thrive," says Yawn. "That same spirit of empowerment is at the heart of FRCF's mission, ensuring that the children of first responders have the resources and opportunities to succeed. I look forward to supporting this important work and helping the Foundation grow its impact for families who sacrifice so much for all of us."

Rob Rajkowski joined SERVPRO as their Chief Marketing Officer in 2024, where he has expanded the FRCF partnership to help deliver more impact for first responder families. He brings a multi-industry leadership background with deep expertise in marketing, brand strategy, and operations. Before SERVPRO, Rob was CEO of Drive Automotive Services and held senior roles at Monro, AAMCO, Heartland Automotive Services, Goodyear, and Mars, Inc.

"I am proud to join the board of First Responders Children's Foundation. SERVPRO's dedication to supporting first responder families aligns closely with my values and professional passion for community engagement," said Rob Rajkowski. "I look forward to working with FRCF's leadership to amplify its impact through creative strategies, strong partnerships, and the power of storytelling so that every child of a first responder has the opportunity to succeed."

ABOUT FIRST RESPONDERS CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION: First Responders Children's Foundation is a national foundation that provides programs and resources that address the specific needs of first responders and their families. The Foundation focuses on four key areas: Scholarships, Financial Assistance Grants; a Mental Health Resilience Program; and Community Engagement. The Foundation was founded 24 years ago in response to 9/11 when 800 children lost a first responder parent. Additional information about FRCF can be found at www.1stRCF.org and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @1strcf

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SOURCE First Responders Children's Foundation