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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Pilot Fuels Stroke Awareness Month with Round-Up and Lifesaving Education
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This May, in recognition of American Stroke Month, Pilot is raising funds for the American Heart Association to champion stroke prevention and education. From May 9 - 31, guests can join the fight against stroke by rounding up their purchases at checkout at participating Pilot, Flying J and One9 Travel Center locations nationwide*. All proceeds support life-saving programs, helping bring critical stroke education and resources to communities nationwide. "People are our top priority at Pilot, and one of the ways we demonstrate this is by caring for the well-being of our team members, guests and communities," said Adrienne Ingoldt, Pilot's chief marketing officer and member of the American Heart Association's Life is Why Council. "Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and raising awareness and providing lifesaving education is critical to helping people take action and save lives." This initiative is part of Miles of Good, Pilot's recently launched giving program dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities it serves. It also marks a milestone in Pilot's eight-year support of the American Heart Association's Life is Why campaign, as the company expands its efforts to include fundraising specifically for American Stroke Month. In addition to fundraising, Pilot is providing its team members with virtual CPR training and access to stroke prevention resources throughout May. "Pilot's support of the American Heart Association's Life Is Why campaign exemplifies the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change in heart and brain health," said Kayla Smith, executive director of the Knoxville American Heart Association. "This will help fund more critical research and enable us to reach more communities with lifesaving initiatives. Together, we are making strides towards a healthier future for everyone." According to the American Heart Association, recognizing the signs of a stroke and acting quickly can be the difference between life and death. Throughout American Stroke Month, Pilot is helping promote the warning signs of stroke using the FAST acronym: - Face drooping- Arm weakness- Speech difficulty- Time to call 911** For more information about Pilot's American Stroke Month initiatives and to find a participating travel center, visit *Proud Life is Why Retailer. The full round-up amount of each round-up purchase at Pilot Flying J owned and operated stores in the United States from 5/09/25-5/31/25 will be donated to the American Heart Association. Certain purchases (including, but not limited to, purchases made on fleet cards/direct bill programs or purchases made at the fuel pump) are not eligible for round-up contributions. Void where prohibited. © 2025 Pilot Travel Centers LLC. **Provided for informational and educational purposes only and not as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnoses or treatment. 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 About the American Heart Association The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public's health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1. View source version on Contacts Krissy PattersonManager, External Marketing Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
08-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Pilot Fuels Stroke Awareness Month with Round-Up and Lifesaving Education
KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This May, in recognition of American Stroke Month, Pilot is raising funds for the American Heart Association to champion stroke prevention and education. From May 9 - 31, guests can join the fight against stroke by rounding up their purchases at checkout at participating Pilot, Flying J and One9 Travel Center locations nationwide*. All proceeds support life-saving programs, helping bring critical stroke education and resources to communities nationwide. 'People are our top priority at Pilot, and one of the ways we demonstrate this is by caring for the well-being of our team members, guests and communities,' said Adrienne Ingoldt, Pilot's chief marketing officer and member of the American Heart Association's Life is Why Council. 'Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and raising awareness and providing lifesaving education is critical to helping people take action and save lives.' This initiative is part of Miles of Good, Pilot's recently launched giving program dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities it serves. It also marks a milestone in Pilot's eight-year support of the American Heart Association's Life is Why campaign, as the company expands its efforts to include fundraising specifically for American Stroke Month. In addition to fundraising, Pilot is providing its team members with virtual CPR training and access to stroke prevention resources throughout May. 'Pilot's support of the American Heart Association's Life Is Why campaign exemplifies the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change in heart and brain health,' said Kayla Smith, executive director of the Knoxville American Heart Association. 'This will help fund more critical research and enable us to reach more communities with lifesaving initiatives. Together, we are making strides towards a healthier future for everyone.' According to the American Heart Association, recognizing the signs of a stroke and acting quickly can be the difference between life and death. Throughout American Stroke Month, Pilot is helping promote the warning signs of stroke using the FAST acronym: - F ace drooping - A rm weakness - S peech difficulty - T ime to call 911** For more information about Pilot's American Stroke Month initiatives and to find a participating travel center, visit *Proud Life is Why Retailer. The full round-up amount of each round-up purchase at Pilot Flying J owned and operated stores in the United States from 5/09/25-5/31/25 will be donated to the American Heart Association. Certain purchases (including, but not limited to, purchases made on fleet cards/direct bill programs or purchases made at the fuel pump) are not eligible for round-up contributions. Void where prohibited. © 2025 Pilot Travel Centers LLC. **Provided for informational and educational purposes only and not as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnoses or treatment. 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 About the American Heart Association The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public's health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
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
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pilot Company volunteers work in garden at Inskip Elementary School
KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — As part of their new Miles of Good program, volunteers from Pilot partnered with Keep Knoxville Beautiful for planting at Inskip Elementary School. As part of a volunteer day, Pilot sent workers to Inskip as well as the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center Wednesday morning. At Inskip, they added new plants to the garden area and picked up trash around the school. Man killed, driver charged after crash on North Broadway 'We want to make a large impact within the community,' said Annie Waldorf, a senior specialist in talent management with Pilot. 'For us, it's all about making a huge impact, working together and showing people that they matter.' Miles of Good is a new Pilot initiative with three pillars — safety, education, and veterans, Waldorf explained. She said she was looking forward to seeing how the program will continue to grow in Knoxville and beyond. Rep. Harshbarger calls Black congressman 'boy' in interview A Pilot spokesperson said that the company donated $5.6 million and almost 2,800 volunteer hours last year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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
