Wrentham Evviva Trattoria Guests Contribute More Than $25,000 Joe Andruzzi Foundation & Other Charities

In early 2023, Evviva Trattoria proudly unveiled a new community initiative at its Wrentham location by dedicating its private dining room to the Joe Andruzzi Foundation – a nonprofit founded by former New England Patriots offensive guard and cancer survivor Joe Andruzzi, and his wife Jen. The partnership launched with a mission to provide financial support to cancer patients and their families throughout New England.

Guests who book events in the Joe Andruzzi Foundation Private Dining Room play a direct role in that mission, as a portion of all proceeds is donated to this worthwhile charitable endeavor. During the past two years, the generosity of Wrentham guests and the restaurant resulted in more than $22,000 of in-kind donations being made to the Foundation. Since its founding in 2008, the Joe Andruzzi Foundation has granted more than $13 million in assistance to more than 45,000 cancer patients and their family members as they manage the financial strain that often accompanies cancer treatment.

"We take pride in helping our local communities in any way possible," said Marcie Day, Chief Operating Officer, Evviva Trattoria. "When we were offered the opportunity to partner with Joe and support the foundation’s goal of providing assistance to families battling cancer, it made perfect sense."

“We’re incredibly thankful to Evviva Trattoria for turning everyday celebrations into life-changing support,” said Jen Andruzzi, President & CEO of the Joe Andruzzi Foundation. “Their dedication – and the generosity of their guests – provides real relief to families when they need it most.”

The private dining space is designed for flexibility to offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere perfect for all kinds of events, including wedding rehearsals, corporate functions, and milestone celebrations. As with all Evviva Trattoria locations, guests enjoy Italian-inspired cuisine made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients. Nearly the entire core menu is naturally gluten-free or can be modified accordingly, and each location features an allergy-friendly scratch kitchen.

The private dining room initiative is part of Evviva’s broader Evviva Cares program, which also includes named rooms in Stoneham (supporting The Greg Hill Foundation) and Nashua (supporting the Todd Angilly Opportunity Scholarship at Plymouth State University). In total, Evviva Trattoria’s private dining program has contributed more than $25,000 to area charities – giving guests a chance to celebrate and give back at the same time.

For more information about booking the Joe Andruzzi Foundation Private Dining Room or supporting JAF, visit www.evvivatrattoria.com or www.joeandruzzifoundation.org.