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What’s In A Glimmer?
With less than a month until Blue Monday, the St. Christopher Fund is taking a moment to recognize what is often referred to as “the saddest day of the year.” The depths of winter, combined with shorter daylight hours, waning motivation to stick to New Year’s...
American Diabetes Month
Over the past decade, rates of diabetes have been increasing at an alarming rate, particularly type 2 diabetes. The CDC estimates that nearly 15% of adults in the United States has diabetes, with nearly a quarter of those being undiagnosed, and another 11% of the...
Trucking Cares Foundation Donates $15,000 to Support SCF
04 December 2025 Washington—The Trucking Cares Foundation, the trucking industry’s charitable arm, donated $15,000 to the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, a non-profit dedicated to supporting the families of truckers who have been sidelined due to injuries or...
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...