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Business Wire
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Pilot Salutes Military Families this May with Donation and Exclusive Offers
KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pilot is honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans, military members and their families this May for Military Appreciation Month with a donation to Folds of Honor and exclusive offers. As part of Pilot's purpose of showing people they matter at every turn, and through its recently launched Miles of Good initiative, the company is donating $100,000 to Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to the spouses and children of military members and first responders who have fallen or become disabled while serving their country or communities. This donation adds to the more than $2.7 million Pilot has given to support military and veteran-focused organizations since 2020. "With contributions to organizations like Folds of Honor, we salute military service members' legacies by helping provide educational scholarships,' said Meg Counts, director of corporate giving and events. 'As a company grounded in serving others, we are honored to give our support to military members and their families who do so much to uplift and protect our communities.' Throughout Military Appreciation Month in May, veterans, military personnel and their families who are authenticated with in the myRewards Plus app will unlock three free offers* each week that can be redeemed at participating Pilot locations. Deals include free Pilot coffee and fountain drinks, freshly prepared Pilot foods like pizza and breakfast sandwiches, and popular brand name cooler drinks. Beyond these special offers, verified veterans, military members and their families can save year-round at Pilot with a 10% discount on food and beverages when using the myRewards Plus app.** As a proud employer of veterans, Pilot encourages former and transitioning military members and their families to join its team by visiting For more information about Pilot's Miles of Good giving program, visit *To receive offer, guest must authenticate their military status through in the myRewards Plus app, save the offer in the app, and present myRewards card, barcode in the app, or phone number associated with myRewards account at time of purchase. Valid in the U.S. only. See offer details and full terms and conditions in the app. ** Visit for more details. About Pilot Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot") is committed to showing people they matter at every turn as the leading energy and experience provider people rely on to fuel their journeys. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and employs approximately 30,000 team members. As the largest network of travel centers, Pilot has nearly 900 locations in 44 states and five Canadian provinces, serving an average of 1.2 million guests per day. In addition to travel center services, Pilot and its partners offer trucking fleets a variety of solutions for fuel, credit, factoring, maintenance and rewards. The company operates North America's third largest fuel tanker fleet and supplies approximately 12 billion gallons of fuel per year. Pilot is shaping the future of energy as one of the largest providers of biodiesel and renewable fuels and through the development of its EV charging network and low carbon fueling alternatives. For additional information about Pilot, visit
Business Wire
23-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Pilot Launches Miles of Good to Fuel Communities Across North America
KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pilot, North America's leading energy and experience provider, is introducing its new corporate giving initiative, Miles of Good. Rooted in the company's purpose — showing people they matter at every turn — Miles of Good is dedicated to driving meaningful change through charitable giving, volunteerism and community partnerships. 'At Pilot, people matter — and giving is another way we can show them that's true,' said Pilot CEO Adam Wright. 'Through our renewed focus on safety, education and veterans, the Miles of Good program reflects our deep commitment to building safer environments, fostering opportunities for growth and honoring those who have served — making a positive and lasting impact in what matters most to us — people.' Miles of Good is guided by its mission to spread positivity, build meaningful connections and create lasting impacts in the communities it serves, focusing on three key pillars: Safety: Prioritizing the safety of team members, guests and surrounding communities by supporting initiatives dedicated to well-being and protection. Education: Championing access to quality education, including STEM programs, scholarships and resources to help students succeed. Veterans: Honoring military service and supporting veterans' transition to civilian life, providing career opportunities, and recognizing their ongoing contributions to society. To support these pillars, Pilot's philanthropic efforts include monetary donations, in-kind contributions and community partnerships. Last year, Pilot donated more than $5.5 million to several meaningful causes and is committed to growing this number in the years ahead. Beyond charitable contributions, Pilot encourages a spirit of volunteerism among its nearly 30,000 team members, demonstrating the company's commitment to creating lasting, positive impacts in the lives of others. 'What makes Miles of Good special is how it empowers our team members to come together and make a meaningful difference,' said Meg Counts, Pilot's director of corporate giving and events. 'This isn't just a corporate initiative, but a movement fueled by people who are passionate about giving, volunteering their time and strengthening our communities. We're creating real impact because it comes from the heart and reflects who we are at our core.' Furthering its people-first culture, the company launched Pilot Cares, a team member assistance fund. This program offers financial support to team members facing unexpected hardships, such as medical emergencies or natural disaster recovery, ensuring they have the resources needed to get back on their feet. Through Miles of Good, Pilot and its communities are paving the way for a brighter, safer and more connected future. Guests can learn more about Pilot's giving efforts at About Pilot Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot") is committed to showing people they matter at every turn as the leading energy and experience provider people rely on to fuel their journeys. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway and employs approximately 30,000 team members. As the largest network of travel centers, Pilot has nearly 900 locations in 44 states and five Canadian provinces, serving an average of 1.2 million guests per day. In addition to travel center services, Pilot and its partners offer trucking fleets a variety of solutions for fuel, credit, factoring, maintenance and rewards. The company operates North America's third largest fuel tanker fleet and supplies approximately 12 billion gallons of fuel per year. Pilot is shaping the future of energy as one of the largest providers of biodiesel and renewable fuels and through the development of its EV charging network and low carbon fueling alternatives. For additional information about Pilot, visit
