“We are honored to team up with Wreaths Across America,” said Courtney Niemann, executive director of SCF. “This partnership gives our community in the trucking industry a meaningful way to participate in a time-honored tradition of remembrance and gratitude for our veterans.”

Through this partnership, SCF is helping highlight WAA’s mission of Remembering the Fallen, Honoring Those Who Serve, and Teaching the Next Generation the Value of Freedom. Drivers, carriers, trucking industry partners, family, and friends are encouraged to visit the SCF landing page on the WAA site. From there, supporters can select “Sponsor Wreaths,” choose a location, and complete a sponsorship to place a wreath at a veteran’s gravesite.

Shared Values Between Truckers and the Military

The trucking industry has a deep connection with the military. Many professional drivers are veterans themselves, continuing to serve the nation by keeping the economy moving. Both communities embrace values such as commitment, resilience, and sacrifice, making this partnership a natural way to honor these ideals.

“By supporting Wreaths Across America, the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund and our partners are helping ensure that every veteran’s grave is recognized with a wreath, symbolizing the gratitude of a nation that will never forget their service,” said Norita Taylor, SCF board president and director of public relations at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).

How Truckers Can Get Involved

“The St. Christopher Fund encourages every individual and organization across the trucking and logistics sector to participate,” SCF said. “Whether sponsoring a wreath, volunteering on-site at the ceremony, or spreading the word among colleagues and loved ones, your involvement helps amplify the message of remembrance.”

Beyond honoring veterans, SCF supports the trucking community through nationwide short-term relief programs for Class A OTR drivers affected by illness or injury in the past year. The nonprofit also provides free preventive health and wellness initiatives, including tobacco cessation, diabetes prevention, chronic disease management, at-home cancer screenings, and vaccine vouchers, all aimed at keeping drivers on the road safely.

For those interested in donating or sponsoring the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, contact Diane Hutsell, director of philanthropy, via email at diane@truckersfund.org.

Source: The Trucker

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Amplify WIT’s Voice on Social Media

Follow WIT on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Sharing posts, liking updates, and spreading the word about WIT’s initiatives helps expand the reach of its mission. Your social media engagement matters!

Stay Informed

WIT keeps members up to date with its weekly e-newsletter, WIT e-News, and its award-winning magazine, Redefining the Road. These resources deliver industry insights, organizational updates, and opportunities to engage. Stay connected by reading these publications and sharing them with others in the industry.

Engage with the Community

WIT’s members-only online platform, Engage, fosters mentoring, community building, and education. By participating in discussions and connecting with other members, you can enhance networking opportunities and grow alongside like-minded individuals. The Engage app makes staying connected even easier.

Participate in Events

WIT hosts impactful events like the annual Accelerate! Conference & Expo, which focuses on empowering and educating women in trucking. This event offers 60+ educational sessions, networking opportunities, and volunteer roles. Additionally, the Salute to Women Behind the Wheel at the Mid-America Trucking Show honors female CDL holders and celebrates their contributions to the industry.

Mentor and Support Career Growth

Through WIT’s mentor match program, members can connect for career development and guidance. Mentoring is a rewarding way to contribute to the growth of others while gaining fresh perspectives yourself.

Advance Your Career

Take advantage of the Professional Development Certification (PDC) program, offering 30 online courses designed to help you grow personally and professionally. The first course, “The History of WIT,” is free for members.

Represent WIT at Industry Events

If you attend industry trade shows or conferences, consider volunteering at the WIT booth or assisting with presentations. It’s an excellent way to connect with others while representing WIT’s mission.

Engaged members are happy members, and your active participation helps WIT thrive. Ready to get involved and make an impact? Join Women In Trucking today and become part of a community dedicated to empowering women in the industry. Click here to join now!

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This yearly contribution from Truckers For Troops includes both a monetary donation and household goods for VCP’s tiny house community in Kansas City. This ongoing partnership has been a meaningful tradition for several years, providing essential support during the holiday season.

Speaking at the event, OOIDA President Todd Spencer emphasized the importance of these contributions. “They (VCP) provide a very needed and worthwhile service,” Spencer said. “It’s a service that we’re glad to support.”

This year, the generosity of OOIDA members extended beyond Kansas City. Truckers For Troops also made donations to new VCP communities in St. Louis and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as the nonprofit organization continues to grow its reach across the United States.

“Our members want to show support in any way they can, and we’re always looking to do more,” shared Norita Taylor, OOIDA’s Director of Public Relations, during the VCP-St. Louis event in July.

At the Sioux Falls location in October, VCP staff highlighted just how impactful the donation had been for their mission and the vital services they provide to homeless and at-risk veterans.

Outside of these contributions, Veterans Community Project operates additional communities in Glendale, Arizona; Longmont, Colorado; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

OOIDA’s Truckers For Troops campaign this year once again offered a special membership deal to encourage participation. New and renewing members could join OOIDA for $35 per year, with no limits on the number of years they could sign up at the discounted price. Ten percent of all membership payments during the campaign were allocated to Truckers For Troops, directly benefiting their ongoing efforts.

Since its inception in 2007, the Truckers For Troops initiative has raised over $800,000 for military personnel and veteran-focused organizations.

To learn more about how to join OOIDA’s impactful fundraiser, visit the Trucker For Troops Website.

Source: Land Line

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