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Pre-Diabetes: A Silent Epidemic
In the fast-paced world of over-the-road (OTR) trucking, many rely on convenience foods to get through the day, whether they be microwaveable meals or ultra-processed snacks from the fuel stop. While these foods may save time, they often lack vital nutrients like...
SCF Adds Rob Duda to the Board of Directors
PR industry veteran brings more than 20 years of experience to the board KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – October 2, 2025 – The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) is proud to announce PR industry veteran Rob Duda has been added to the 2025 Board of Directors. Duda brings...
Drivers Take the Wheel in the Fight Against Prostate Cancer
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and it's no wonder that prostate cancer gets an entire month of recognition. For men, it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death. Yet, when caught in its earliest stages, the...
Honoring Our Nation’s Drivers: National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Each September, our country pauses to honor the men and women who keep America moving during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW). For many, the week is a reminder of the trucks we pass on the highway or the deliveries...
New Survey Reveals Healthcare and Financial Gaps Facing America’s Truck Drivers
Findings released during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week highlight critical challenges for professional drivers and the supply chain. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – September 15, 2025 – The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) today released findings from a new...
Stay Road-Ready: Control Your Blood Pressure, Prevent Stroke
May is National Stroke Awareness Month and National Blood Pressure Education Month, and while May flew by quickly, the St. Christopher Fund is taking the time to reflect on vital information that every over-the-road driver should know. With long hours behind the...
St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund Names Courtney Niemann as New Executive Director
Niemann brings 25 years of experience in nonprofit and public health to the fund. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – May 6, 2025 – The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) today named Courtney Niemann as the new Executive Director of the fund, effective immediately. Niemann...
Keep on Truckin’, Not Stressin’: Prioritize Your Mental Load This Month
April is National Stress Awareness Month, and for over-the-road truck drivers, it is a timely reminder of the unique stresses they face while navigating long hours, tight deadlines, and isolated environments. Trucking is essential to keeping the economy moving, but it...
SCF Thanks Donors and Volunteers for Successful MATS 2025
St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund thanks donors and volunteers for successful outcome at the 2025 Mid-America Trucking Show LOUISVILLE, KY – April 9, 2025 – The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) thanks all who donated and volunteered at the 2025...
National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month and the St. Christopher Fund (SCF) is taking this opportunity to empower over-the-road (OTR) drivers to make healthier food choices while on-the-go. For OTR drivers, maintaining a balanced diet can be particularly challenging due to...