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American Heart Association New High Blood Pressure Guideline
Monday, the American Heart Association announced that it is changing the blood pressure guidelines for the first time in fourteen years. Under the new guideline a person will be considered to have high blood pressure if their reading measures above 130/80. The changes...
SCF Semi Singers Challenge to Benefit Drivers
Do you want to make a difference in the life of a driver and get the chance to sing with Bill Weaver at Mid-America Truck Show? All you have to do is donate, sing and post it to Facebook. Recently, Bill Weaver reached out to St. Christopher Fund offering to partner...
Veteran Trucker Honored by Trip to Arlington National Cemetery
St. Christopher Fund Executive Director, Dr. Donna Kennedy, recently had her grandfather honored by the Honor Flight of North East Tennessee. This non-profit organization provided Mr. Salyers with the trip of a lifetime. Dr. Kennedy's grandfather was given the...
Trucker Shares Journey to a Tobacco Free Life
Jody Valenzuela began smoking at the ripe old age of 13. Now, at the age of 51, he has been tobacco free for over a year. Being smoke-free has changed Jody's life and he wants to share his story with others, in hopes that it will offer encouragement and be the...
“Band Together” for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund
During the month of August, TA/Petro, Sapp Bros. and Coffee Cup Fuel Stop locations will again participate in the 2017 Band Together for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund. This year’s campaign runs August 1st through August 31st. Individuals making $1 donations...
Expediter of the Year, Robert Burton, Donates Prize Money to SCF
The 17th edition of Expedite Expo, held July 14 and 15 at the Lexington Center in Lexington, Ky., had a big first: the delivery of the Expediter of the Year award to the first-ever winner, Robert Burton. Read the full story HERE. Greg Thompson with Missing Word...
Progressive and St. Christopher Fund team up with singer/songwriter Brother Sal, on “Hustle on Home”
Raising money and awareness of trucker health issues is extremely important to Progressive, as they understand long hours on the road can take its toll on a trucker’s health, and they are committed to showing appreciation for the sacrifices drivers make. To raise...
“Run with Jazzy” Where Is Jazzy Now?
j It's been seven years since Jazzy ran across America to raise awareness for drivers in need. In 2010, 16-year-old Jazzy Jordan ran over 3,000 miles, collecting donations along the way to benefit St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund. Get the update on Run for...
4 State Trucks Fundraiser to Benefit St. Christopher Fund
JOPLIN, MO, June 29, 2017 – 4 State Trucks in Joplin, MO is proud to be kicking off their “Add a $1 to your invoice for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund” promotion during the month of July. 4 State Trucks will be matching every customer donation dollar for...
Local Volunteers “Making a Difference” at St. Christopher Fund
Several local individuals and one business has volunteered hundreds of hours helping us become more efficient in the office. We would like to take this opportunity to recognize them and publicly thank each of them for their hard work. Read the full...