On June 25, employees from ATG’s Manchester dealership delivered 1,040 breakfast bundles to the two organizations. Each bundle was designed to feed up to eight people and included breakfast sandwiches, English muffins, cereal, peanut butter, and fresh produce.

The effort is part of ATG’s ongoing Haulin’ 4 Hunger initiative, which supports food banks and community organizations across New England.

Meeting a Growing Need

According to the organizations involved, the donations come as many families and older adults continue to face food insecurity. In New Hampshire, approximately one in seven children and more than 10 percent of seniors experience food insecurity, increasing the demand for emergency food assistance throughout the year.

“Food donations like the Haulin’ 4 Hunger drive are about much more than stocking shelves. They help us respond immediately when someone is facing hunger,” said Kristin Kostecki, Vice President of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County.

Kostecki said pantry bags often provide critical support for older adults and adults with disabilities who are waiting for meal services to begin, stretching food between deliveries, or dealing with an unexpected crisis.

Haulin’ 4 Hunger Continues to Grow

ATG launched Haulin’ 4 Hunger to support communities served by its dealerships throughout New England. In addition to the fresh meal donation in Manchester, the program makes quarterly deliveries of nonperishable food to local pantries near dealership locations in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Vermont.

The initiative also provides annual fresh meal donations each December to organizations near ATG’s Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, dealership.

“We are proud to continue expanding our fresh meal donation program to more local organizations that help bridge the gap for those struggling to put food on their table,” said Kevin G. Holmes, President and CEO of Advantage Truck Group. “Haulin’ 4 Hunger is a reflection of what is possible when our employees, customers, and business partners come together to support our communities.”

Employees Drive the Program’s Success

ATG credits much of the program’s impact to employee volunteers who organize, package, and deliver the donations.

“Our employees are the backbone of Haulin’ 4 Hunger,” said Sarah Harrington, ATG’s Director of Marketing. “They volunteer their time to sort, package, and deliver food. They care deeply about our communities, and their dedication is what makes this program possible.”

The program also receives support from several business partners, including Global Partners, Dennis K. Burke, UniBank, Cummins, G. Lopes Construction, Railers HC, and SelecTrucks of New England.

As the program continues to expand, ATG says it plans to increase the number of meals delivered to families and individuals facing food insecurity throughout the communities it serves.

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“Our ability to provide the best service for our customers reflects the dedication and contributions of our team members,” said Kevin Holmes, ATG president, CEO. “It is an honor to recognize team members who go beyond expectations, and whose efforts and attitude, like Pete’s, elevate the quality of service across our network and make a positive impact on the people around them.”

What the award recognizes

According to Advantage Truck Group, the Pete DePina Legacy Award is the highest recognition an employee can receive within the company. It is awarded annually to one team member at each ATG location who best reflects the values associated with Napoleon “Pete” DePina.

“The highest recognition an ATG team member can receive, this award is given annually to one team member at each ATG location who most embodies the values and qualities employee Napoleon “Pete” DePina was known for, including integrity and a quiet leadership grounded in humility, generosity and selfless service to others,” ATG said.

ATG team members are nominated by their peers. Winners receive a monetary award that they continue to receive as part of their profit-sharing bonus each year throughout their employment with the company.

2025 Pete DePina Legacy Award winners

The 2025 recipients are:

• Jeff Normand, Inside Parts Sales Associate, ATG Lancaster
• Jim Rice, Inside Parts Sales Associate, ATG Lebanon
• Kyle Quinn, Service Advisor, ATG Manchester
• Cody Santos, Shop Foreman, ATG Raynham
• John Turner, Diesel Technician, ATG Seabrook
• Dan Maranda, Engine Shop Foreman, ATG Shrewsbury
• Nick McIntire, Warranty Administrator, ATG Westfield
• Michele O’Brien, Facilities Support, ATG Westminster

“I am especially proud of the team members we are recognizing with this award. They make a positive impact on everyone around them and make ATG a special place to work,” Holmes said.

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