As part of the Orlando Magic’s and Frank Gay Services continuing commitment to the local community, the two recently teamed up, along with Trane and OUC, to surprise one local family, the Rebholz, with a new HVAC system. The unsuspecting family was surprised by Magic Community Ambassador Bo Outlaw and members of the Magic’s 321 Hype team as they knocked on their door to let them know they had been selected to receive the new system.

The HVAC system was generously provided by Trane and Frank Gay Services installed the unit for Matt Rebholz and family. Frank Gay partnered with the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC –The Reliable One) to identify a community member in need of a new unit. The family was also surprised with tickets and attended the April 8 Magic game.

“The Magic are thrilled to join Frank Gay in such a meaningful community project to impact the Rebholz family,” said Magic Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships J.T. McWalters. “As two community-minded organizations, this partnership is a reflection of our collective goals to support the Central Florida community and we look forward to many more future projects.”

The Magic and Frank Gay Services announced a multiyear partnership in 2023. With a focus on the community, the Magic and Frank Gay Services developed a free throw promotion for an opportunity to assist those in need. For each free throw made during the Magic’s home games $10 is donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. Through that program, Frank Gay Services has donated a total of $46,420 to the organization. The Wounded Warrior Project’s vision is to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in the nation’s history through programs and services aimed at mental health, career counseling, long-term rehabilitative care along with advocacy efforts to improve the lives of millions of warriors and their families.  

“Being in the community for almost 50 years, Frank Gay Services prides itself on helping recognize others, along with the Orlando Magic who demonstrate their care for the community and wanting to give back is something that is just as important to them as it is to our organization,” said Frank Gay Services Market President John Colloca. “We’re happy to partner with the Magic and OUC to be able to go ahead with the HVAC giveaway.”

The family selected for the new HVAC system was the Rebholz family. Matt Rebholz is an educator and public servant and a father of three college-bound teens — his oldest is graduating from East River High School to attend the University of North Florida, while his other children, ages 16 and 15, are also preparing for their college journey. In addition to being a devoted father, Rebholz is the lead instructor for the First Responder Magnet Program at East River High School, where he teaches all of the police courses. Through this program, he works closely with students to guide them toward careers in law enforcement and other public service professions. His role involves not only teaching technical skills and law enforcement principles but also inspiring young minds to pursue careers that give back to their communities.

Rebholz’s commitment to the next generation of first responders is driven by his passion for public service and his dedication to helping students reach their full potential. He also works part-time as a Deputy Sheriff with the Orange County Sheriff's Office in the Reserve Unit. With 25 years of experience working two jobs, Rebholz is committed to providing his children with the same opportunities he had growing up.