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GOT TRUCK???

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:13:15 +0100

This year we were approached by Lone Mountain Truck Leasing. They had heard about Trucker Charity and were very interested in helping but didn't quite know in what capacity. When we forge these partnerships we want to give our sponsors a lot of bang for their buck to show the appreciation for their support. Beings that we had formed a trucking side of the charity to help in our educational mission (TCI Transport) we have 3 huge ways of giving that bang. This year at MATS we were able to show off this bang, a 53’ rolling bill board, on one of TCI Transport’s trailers. Lone Mountain Leasing out of Pacific Junction, Ia has generously signed on to fund Trucker Charity with a monthly donation and has wrapped one of our trailers with their logo and information to solidify the partnership. Thanks to their generous monthly donation we will be able to continue on our mission of Get’n them safe, Get’n them fed and Get’n them home and help more drivers and their families in need. Lone Mountain Truck Leasing is a true leasing company which goes by more than your “I love debt score” (credit score). They take into account your good work history at a greater level than credit score. They provide the truck, you provide the carrier that you want to lease to. With Lone Mountain you’re not in a lease with the same company that controls your freight lanes. Lone Mountain allows you to take the truck off site to a mechanic of your choice to have it checked out before you sign the dotted line. They have some great equipment to offer someone looking to jump over to the O/O side of the industry as well as for those looking to replace some tired equipment.

We have experienced great interest in them while the charity truck stops at fuel stops and shippers/receivers. Tony Hamilton has all the information with him and will be glad to explain how they work. So if you see a giant Peterbilt jumping off of a trailer coming right at you, stop Tony and get the low down.

Trucker Charity proud to partner with DAT

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:09:35 +0100

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Special food delivery

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:22:40 +0100

While these boys' dad is out delivering groceries for other families his own family got a special delivery. It warms our hearts here at Trucker Charity to know that these boys won't go to bed with empty bellies. This family is getting a hand up out of the rut we all get stuck in from time to time. Making sure the bills are paid with little left over for food.

Special thanks to volunteers Rodney and Syndi Bartlett.

5th Annual Christmas Group

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:14:35 +0100

Check out the deals in our store to help fund this years Christmas Group. Nominations are coming in and Santa's got work to do. We have some excellent afgans, toys, Cubby Buddy tool boxes and all the regular products from our excellent sponsors.http://www.truckercharity.org/store.php

New for this year things for the WOMEN AND KIDS

The staff at Trucker Charity is hard at work for this year's Christmas Group. Help them meet our goal by purchasing some product off our website or just donate.

Wreaths Across America

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:06:03 +0100

We were honored to be able to assist in the Wreaths Across America again this year. We will be providing two motor units to help this year. Tony Hamilton in TCI Transport truck 100 will be leaving Sunday with the Escort with a 6 stop load. He broke away from the main convoy to other cemetaries in NJ, NY and VA.

Isaac in TCI Transport truck 200 was in the Escort path to assist in unforeseen problems that may require motor power.

All of us here at Trucker Charity Inc are honored to be able to assist in this great event honoring our veterans. If you do not know about Wreaths Across America. Please visit there web site. http:www.wreathsacrossamerica.org

Live update On the phone with Tony, he's saying people are lined up anywhere they can stand or park a car to wave the convoy by. Waving flags, blowing kisses, hoot'n and holler'n. One tanker parked along the road with a flag draped on the tanker that was half the size of the tanker.

The little towns have their fire departments meeting the convoy as it rolls past with lights going and horns blowing.

The representing companies have sent their cream of the crop up there. John Christner sent their 25th anniversary truck. Driver's of the year for companies like Whitte out of Missouri and Walmart are part of the team.

This convoy is about 3 miles long, the cars are pulling over as they are met on the road. Their on Hwy US 1 going from Columbia Main to Bangor Maine. Their first stop took 10 mins where they had the convoy stop on the highway as they performed a ceremony in East Holden ME at the Elementary School where they dropped off the wreaths for the town's fallen.

Tony says it's a very emotional experience.

There's a tech school's media class riding with the convoy filming the whole event for their class project. Their facebook page is

https://www.facebook.com/pages/HCTC-Media-Communications/162794347066088?ref=stream you can check there for pictures of the entire event including the delivery at Arlington National Cemetery.

Here are some sights from the convoy.

Rain Tree Inn, Open to truckers and helping Trucker Charity with their mission.

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 00:20:24 +0100

Announcing our newest help center. RainTree Inn in Newcastle Indiana.

A 5 star hotel that's owned by an American who says "We need each other, we need the American Trucker".

Raintree Inn is located 2 miles north on Indiana 3 at the 123 mm on I-70. They are across the street from the Walmart. The Rain Tree Inn has a heated indoor pool, suites, restaurant, lounge AND, wait for it... LAUNDRY facilities. How cool is that?

Rain Tree Inn contacted us and asked how they could help in our mission. They're going to provide shelter for our clients, transportation to the bus station and feed them. They will also provide shuttles to Walmart for patrons as well as clients.

They also have free coffee and an inspirational garden with Sunday Services.

We would really love to have our friends check out their facilities if you're in the area and needing to relax for the weekend or just a day.. They have parking for about 15 trucks right now and are planning on expanding their parking.

Mention Trucker Charity for a special discount and SLEEP TIGHT.

http://www.raintreeinnnewcastle.com

Belleville Chili Cook Off

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 03:49:42 +0100

For the past 29 years the community of Belleville, IL has come together to support Charity. The town of Belleville has been hosting the Chili Cook Off since 1983. It started with just a few vendors celebrating their love for chili and has grown to over 70 vendors that serve not only chili of all kinds, but also the usual “fair food” you will find at these sort of events, also there are several beer tents located throughout the Chili Cook Off. The event is hosted each year by the Belleville Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by various local businesses.

The Chili Cook Off attracts over 60,000 people annually. Those who attend can sample some of the best chili in the area and watch the 3 local judges determine who has the best chili in the area. There is a non profit winner and a private/commercial vendor winner and a first, second and third place ribbon is awarded. Festival attendees can register at each vendor booth for their favorite chili

Most of the vendors are non profit charities but some businesses donate 100% of their proceeds to their charity of choice. By now I am sure you are intrigued and would like to know more about this wondrous event.

OK here is how it works. The vendors that have made chili sell sample cups of their chili. The prices range from $.25 to $1.00 per sample cup. All the money raised by the vendors selling Chili and their other wares, is either donated to Charity if raised by a business or kept by the charity. If you find a chili, charity or specific vendor that you think is better than all the rest you can “vote” for them by adding money to their “People's Choice” jar. The vendor that has the most money in their jar wins the peoples choice award. All the money collected in the Peoples Choice jars is donated to a local food bank.

This is a family friendly event and you see people of all ages enjoying the festival like atmosphere and beauty of the Belleville Square. Check out the kids pavilion for face painting, rock climbing and other kid friendly activities. There also is a stage area where live music will be playing throughout the event.

What does this have to do with Trucker Charity? Well this year Trucker Charity Inc has purchased booth space at the Chili Cook Off. This will help us get the word out about the Charity in a community where trucking is an integral part of daily life and raise some MUCH needed funds. Vice President Ben Pernell ( Chiliman) and his wife Arlene will be cooking our chili that we plan to enter into the competition. Secretary Kerry Mullins as usual has been frantic organizing everything down to the last bean and the President Lance Wood.... Well he has been working on a super secret dish that is going to drive the public wild. Those who show us a current CDL or active duty military in uniform will eat for FREE!!!!! This year Trucker Charity has an extensive menu.

Trucker Chili
Trucker Chili Dogs
Trucker Frito Pie
Trucker Stew
Pizza Rolls
Cotton Candy
Fountain Ski provided by Excel Bottling, Breeze, IL check them out at www.excelbottling.com

If you are going to be in the area, we are actively seeking volunteers, if you don't have the time to spend the whole day volunteering, that is OK too come by the booth and see us we are always more than happy to see our trucking brethren. There is plenty of parking at the Alorton, IL Flying J. Trucker Charity will be shuttling drivers back and forth from the truck stop to the Chili Cook Off both days. Just call 888-523-0087 for a ride.

Make sure you drop by the Chili Cook Off in Belleville Illinois October 5^th and 6^th from 11 am to 10:30 pm. To learn more about the Chili Cook Off go to www.bellevillechili.com

Introducing James Krener

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 01:15:01 +0100

We at Trucker Charity would like to introduce you to James Krener, our accountant.

I'm writing to introduce myself to all the Trucker Charity friends and followers! Trucker Charity and I met because of my location: Mascoutah, Illinois. I'm located about 15 minutes away from the Trucker Charity, Inc. headquarters in Summerfield, Illinois.

I began my accounting career in 2000 after graduating from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. For the next 10 years, I worked for a few local CPA firms. My work included monthly accounting services, audits, payroll, individual and corporate tax preparation. In 2010, I was laid off and my wife found out that she would eventually need to begin dialysis. We had to make a few difficult decisions.

We decided to relocat to Mascoutah, Illinois. That was a difficult process for my family. It's not easy leaving a familiar, comfortable area and moving into the unknown. We did know a few people before moving to Mascoutah so that made the transition a little easier. We chose Mascoutah because of it's location to our family and Kate's work.

After moving in, I began my job hunt. It was rather depressing. Eventually I realized this was the perfect opportunity for me to begin my own business: Krener Bookkeeping & Tax. I always talked about starting my own business but never did because of fear and money. Well I had nothing to fear and no money. So why not! I began working from home but Mascoutah does not allow at home businesses in a residential area to have clients/customers visit them at their home so I was unable to schedule tax appointments the way I planned. I began to know more of the local businesses and their owners and with that my business began to grow. I was offered a little office space in Mascoutah which I still occupy today and could not thank everyone enough who has helped me get to today. In two years, my business has grown into much more than I thought it ever would! My story is proof that determination and confidence, will lead you down the path you have visioned.

You may be wondering what happened to my wife...in 2010 my wife's doctor's informed her that she would need a transplant. Kate has a rare disease which made it difficult for them to find a "good" kidney match for her. They told us it may be 5 years or more before they can find her a kidney. Several family members including myself were tested but not a match. In early 2011 she began dialysis. I went with her 3 times a week to the dialysis center in St. Louis, MO. She was trained to do her dialysis treatments at home and our small apartment turned into a medical equipment supply outlet! There were boxes everywhere!! It was difficult emotionally for her, my daughter, and myself. But dialysis became part of our life. On December 28, 2011, Kate received the best phone call from her transplant coordinator. They found a match for Kate. She hasn't had a dialysis treatment since then.

Had I not lost my job or my wife needed a kidney transplant I may not have started Krener Bookkeeping & Tax. You never know what life has in store for you.

"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty."~Winston Churchill

Trucker Charity News Issue July12

Sat, 04 Aug 2012 12:39:51 +0100

TCN

Trucker Charity News

July 2012

Edited and Published by M&M Mark Abraham.

truckercharitynews@gmail.com

316 531-0481

Welcome to the new TCN, Trucker Charity, Newsletter. It is a monthly email newsletter, intended to keep all those interested in Trucker Charity informed about what Trucker Charity is doing. How many people have been helped. How the finances are doing and to help to introduce you those who are involved with Trucker Charity. We intend to have articles each month presenting a profile on a client, a profile on a volunteer, We intend to report how many clients were helped and perhaps a brief description of the help., Optionally report the monthly financial report, and perhaps a report of needs.

Trucker Charity and Operation Roger attend the Walcott Truckers Jamboree

July 12th and 13th, Trucker Charity and Operation Roger, in a joint effort set up a booth and began educating those at the event.about what we do.,

400 people were presented with information about the charities and how they could get involved.. This was the first time Trucker Charity and Operation Roger have participated in the Walcot Truckers Jamboree, and I think it was a success. In conversation, five people were found to be in need, and their needs were met with some of the legendary Pork Chops of Walcott Truckers Jamboree. We want to express our appreciation to Ben Purnell, Isaac Bland, Kerry and Sandy Mullins, Shelle Lichti, and Sue Wiese for all their hard work at the event,

Trucker Charity gets a mention on Dave Nemo.

Tony Hamilton was on the Dave Nemo Show July 27, 2012 bright and early explaining the mission of Trucker Charity.

Get them safe, get them fed, get them home.

Thank you Tony.

Client Profile

Meet Paul Mcglocklin.

In 1994 Paul was on disability and about to become homeless. In 2010, Paul decided , enough, time to get control of his life. He began his struggle to become a truck driver and take control of his life.Paul got his class B license and drove a dump truck for four months before getting laid off.

Panther Expediting called him and he went through the D.O.T. physical and orientation and all the other hoops we all jump through. He hit the road. In Santa Nella, Ca Paul was temporarily put out of service because the state of Indiana D.O..T. claimed the D.O.T. doctor at Panther had errored in giving him his Medical card.

Paul got another D.O.T physical, passed, but agian the state of Indiana says, not good enough. Paul gets another one, and ask the State of Indiana how long this would take. They told him 30-45 days. Paul contacted Trucker Charity. They sprang into action and took it to the top, well not all the way to the top, but up to a Senator. It was discovered that the State of Indiana wanted an assurance that he was no longer disabled. Well Paul finally got his license reinstated. He has gone to CDL school with CR England which was a grueling process of being yelled at, made fun of, and yet he made it through the process and graduated. He chose to go to work for Swift Transport. I intervied Paul on the 30th of July and he had just graduated after his six weeks of training. He is awaiting getting his truck out of the shop tomorrow and getting his first load.

Congratulations Paul! and best wishes.

Volunteer Profile

Meet Craig Wilson

Craig is a 34 year old family man with five children. He has been at his career of truck driving for twelve years and is currently employed with USA Trucking a sponsor of Trucker Charity. They have allowed him to proudly display the Trucker Charity Decal on his truck. Craig has been with Trucker Charity for about a year now, serving as a Life Coach and has had three clients so far. He has not been able to help out at the truck show’s yet due to family commitments and just not being in the right place to be able to help. Sometimes the freight just doesn’t cooperate with what we want to do and where we need to get to.

Many thanks to Craig in his service to Trucker Charity and we all look forward to meeting you in person when we get the chance.

Trucker Charity adds a truck The truck is a 2001Freightliner Columbia condo . The truck is power only with JB Hunt with Tony Hamilton driving it. We are grateful to the sponsers for assiting in getting the truck decaled with Trucker Charity decals. The truck has been generously equipped by IdleAire, who has furnished the truck with it’s template and system card. AirTab has donated their stabilizing, vision improving devices for the rear of the truck. Rand McNally has furnished navigation by donating a TD 720. The truck has brought in $2500 this past month.

Coming up in August

Next weekend Chilli Man (Ben Perrnel) is going to be at the old Stoney Ridge truck stop where they're having a Pride and Shine show with food, music, games and trucks. Aug 3rd through 5th. Starts Friday at noon and goes till Sunday till Noon.

Charity Report

6 people fed

1 person temporarily sheltered

1 person transported h

ome.

6 applications for assistance. Those whom did not meet our mission were refered to charities that could assist them.

The Trucking Community lost one of it's finest.

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 04:30:51 +0100

John Collins

10/25/1948 - 05/22/2012

Husband, father, grandfather and one of the greatest friends a truck driver could have. The trucking industry lost one of it’s finest and we are all shocked and saddened.

John was 64 years young.

John was a Vietnam Veteran. He was a POW for 5 months. He was shot out of a helicopter, fell in the water and captured. He earned 4 purple hearts and 3 bronze stars. He felt he was the protector of all the guys in his platoon. He couldn’t talk about much of what went on over there, when he would speak of that time in his life, tears would come to his eyes.

He was an over 10 year driver for The House of Raeford. Barbara and John and their two shelties would head off on the road and cut up with other drivers. John was driving truck at the same time he was taking Chemo treatment. That was how much he loved the trucking industry, he couldn’t be away from it.

Life time member of OOIDA

The family isn't asking for any monetary aid, they're wanting stories and memories of John from all of his trucking industry friends. You can call his cell phone and leave messages or sent letters to the snail mail address below.

910-261-0454

8385 hwy 131

Bladenboro NC

28320

We have his son's email also if you would like to send an email.

dhchildress@gmail.com

And here is his guest book.

http://www.legacy.com/guestbook/fayettevilleobserver/guestbook.aspx?n=john-collins&pid=157791899

There will be a facebook page set up soon also where you can share your stories about John with his family and everyone else. We'll keep you posted.

One of the problems we face in the trucking industry is that when one of us leaves this world, not hearing from them for a while is perfectly normal. We're separated by miles of highway and our lives out of the truck tend to get in the way. Are friendships are like a long distance relationship, distance makes the heart grow fonder. We'll all be going through our daily routine day after day and then all of a sudden in pops into our minds. Hey, I haven't heard from John in awhile, I wonder what he's up to, we call and on the other end is the news we all dread to hear.....

Your friends at Trucker Charity Inc will miss you dearly John.