TravelCenters of America, in an effort to raise awareness and educate TA Petro staff and truck drivers about the dangers of human trafficking, hosted the Freedom Drivers Program (FDP) exhibit on July 21 in Greensburg, Ind. The exhibit highlights the impacts of human trafficking, as well as how to identify and report it. The exhibit…
Parkland USA Recognizes Community Heroes
Parkland USA will be recognizing community heroes for this year’s 24/7 day, which is an event led by the NACS foundation annually. The initiative pays tribute to first responders, medical and emergency professionals and Red Cross volunteers on July 24. Every July 24, the NACS Foundation unites convenience stores across America in recognizing first responders,…
TravelCenters of America Donates $50,000
Travel Centers of America will be donating a total of $50,000 to charities in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Ten organizations — chosen by TA team members — will be receiving $5,000 each. To decide who received the donations, TA team members submitted their favorite charitable organizations for consideration and a committee, including 15 of…
Loop Neighborhood to Celebrate 24/7 Day
Loop Neighborhood is joining other convenience store retailers and suppliers to celebrate hometown heroes on this year’s 24/7 Day. Held on July 24, 24/7 Day recognizes first responders, medical and emergency professionals and volunteers who work around the clock to serve their communities. Hosted by the NACS Foundation, the event helps raise awareness and donations…
Marathon Sponsors Beautification Project at Homeless Shelter for Women and Children
Marathon Petroleum sponsored a beautification project of a homeless shelter for women and children through the company’s women’s employee network chapter in Martinez, Calif. Volunteers painted the buildings and fences of Love A Child Missions shelter and installed a gate in the front drive thanks to two $5,000 donations from Marathon Petroleum. “This was a…
Stewart’s Shops Helps Children’s Museum Expand
In 2021, Stewart’s Shops donated $250,000 to support the Saratoga Children’s Museum’s capital campaign, which then allowed the museum to expand after being in the same location for more than 30 years. On July 11, the Children’s Museum opened the doors to its new location in the Lincoln Baths Building located in Saratoga Spa State…
Yesway to Participate in Fundraising Event for Hometown Heroes
Yesway is set to participate in the annual 24/7 Day, which is an initiative that aims to celebrate hometown heroes. Held on July 24, 24/7 Day recognizes first responders, medical and emergency professionals and Red Cross volunteers who work to serve their communities around the clock. The annual event, hosted by the NACS Foundation, helps…
CITGO Works to Repair Homes in Houston
CITGO Petroleum announced that it will be helping to ensure safer and more resilient homes for low-income elderly, U.S. military veterans and working families in need through a partnership with Rebuilding Together Houston. The initiative is known as “40 Roofs for 40 Years.” CITGO volunteers put the finishing touches on repairs to the home of…
Kum & Go Celebrates Nine Years of Partnership With Habitat for Humanity
Kum & Go is celebrating its ninth year of partnership with Habitat for Humanity. Since 2014, Kum & Go and Habitat have worked together to build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter in communities across the U.S. “Kum & Go is proud to support the affordable housing and financial education services provided by Habitat for…
TravelCenters of America Relaunches Annual Campaign
TravelCenters of America has announced that it will again be launching its annual Round Up campaign, which supports the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF). From July 1 until the end of August, guests at participating TA, Petro and TA Express locations will have the opportunity to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar,…