Savannah, Ga. — Veteran Carriers has launched a monthly food distribution initiative in partnership with Enmarket, providing complimentary lunches to professional drivers throughout the remainder of 2021. The program, branded as Feed-A-Trucker, designates a specific Enmarket location on Pine Barren Rd. and Hwy 80 as a hub for these community meals. This Savannah-based trucking company is leveraging its position near the Georgia Ports Authority to directly engage with the workforce that keeps supply chains moving.
The initiative addresses the sustained pressure placed on the transportation sector during the global health crisis. Veteran Carriers, a veteran-owned and operated firm, recognized that drivers maintained essential supply lines even during periods of heightened fear and uncertainty. The company sought to move beyond its own fleet, extending invitations to the broader community of professionals who facilitate commerce in the region. By collaborating with local volunteer groups, the firm ensures that the gesture reflects a wider appreciation from the local economy, not just a single employer.
Drivers can access the free meals between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the last Friday of each month. The menu, served from Enmarket’s The Eatery, features hot wings, chicken tenders, subs, sandwiches, and fresh salads, accompanied by chips and a beverage choice. Brett Giesick, president of Enmarket, emphasized the chain’s commitment to remaining open during lockdowns, noting that their own operations relied heavily on the consistent delivery services provided by truckers. The location is one of Enmarket’s commercial trucking-focused sites, specifically serving traffic moving through the Georgia Ports Authority.
What This Means for Drivers
For any CDL-A driver or owner-operator working in the Savannah corridor, this program offers a tangible benefit that reduces daily operational costs. Pulling into the Pine Barren Rd. location on a designated Friday ensures a full meal without the expense typically associated with highway dining. This benefit is available to all drivers, regardless of whether they are employed by Veteran Carriers or are independent OTR truck drivers passing through the area. It represents a small but significant acknowledgment of the physical demands placed on those who spend long hours behind the wheel.
Industry Reaction
Cliff White, president of Veteran Carriers, stated that the company wanted to acknowledge the sacrifice and determination displayed by the trucking community. He highlighted that the initiative was designed to include volunteer groups like the Veterans Council of Chatham County, ensuring that drivers receive recognition from the community at large. Enmarket’s participation underscores the mutual dependency between essential retail services and the freight industry, with Giesick noting that the chain could not have sustained its lockdown operations without the reliability of truck drivers.
Key Points
- Free lunches are available on the last Friday of each month at the Enmarket on Pine Barren Rd. and Hwy 80 in Savannah, Ga.
- The program is open to all truck drivers, not just those employed by Veteran Carriers.
- Enmarket is the largest convenience store chain in Savannah, operating 129 stores and 16 restaurants in the region.
- Veteran Carriers is a veteran-owned logistics firm based near the largest container terminal in North America.
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