Truckers For Troops: The Lifeline Supporting Those Who Serve
OOIDA’s Truckers For Troops campaign is continuing its support for deployed service members and veterans as the nation observes Veterans Day on Nov. 11. The program provides care packages to troops overseas and financial assistance to facilities serving wounded, disabled and homeless veterans.
Care Packages for Deployed Service Members
People who know a service member stationed overseas can request a care package by emailing the recipient’s full name, complete military mailing address and projected stateside return date to Troops@OOIDA.com.
“Truckers and military service members share the same core values of sacrifice, resilience and an unwavering commitment to this country,” OOIDA President Todd Spencer said.
The campaign reflects the strong connection between the trucking industry and the military community. About one in 10 truck drivers in the United States has served in the armed forces, while nearly 40% of OOIDA members have military experience, according to information provided by the organization.
Membership Promotion Supports Veterans
OOIDA’s $35 new-member and renewal price remains in effect through Nov. 15. The organization will donate 10% of each qualifying membership fee to Truckers For Troops.
In addition to its overseas care-package effort, Truckers For Troops directly supports stateside veterans facilities that shelter and assist wounded, disabled and homeless service members.
Veterans in the Trucking Industry
Many veterans transition from military service into trucking, logistics and heavy-haul operations. The discipline, responsibility and mission-focused mindset developed in uniform often carry into transportation careers, where drivers and logistics workers help move essential freight across the country.
Veterans Day provides a formal opportunity to recognize those who served, but the trucking industry’s connection to the military community continues throughout the year. For deployed service members, a box arriving from home can provide both needed supplies and a reminder that they have not been forgotten.
