How America Is Thanking Truckers During the Coronavirus Crisis
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As America grapples with the coronavirus and daily life is altered, the nation's truck drivers are among those who are risking their personal health and doing the hard work to keep products moving to stores, hospitals and elsewhere. And their effort is being recognized.
Many users on social media are using the hashtag #ThankATrucker to send their message. Below are some examples.
Mack Trucks Partners with Life is Good to #ThankATrucker. Find out more at https://t.co/wZIfESj8HD #MackTrucks #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/XIirP3M68e
— NextTruck (@NextTruck) July 15, 2020
Photos from the July 4 White House event honoring the nation's frontline workers during the #COVID19 pandemic. Drivers from nine ATA member companies were in attendance! https://t.co/IPKEURr2Pj pic.twitter.com/LPsjsiLbml — American Trucking (@TRUCKINGdotORG) July 6, 2020
Watch this video I made with #Animoto: "#ThankATrucker" pic.twitter.com/zhnqIUNxFk — Hogan Drivers (@Drive4Hogan) June 11, 2020
We are excited to announce that through our own campaign efforts, we are donating $5,000 to the St. Christopher @truckerfund! We are also taking part in the @PEAKBlueDEF #ThankATrucker & #KeepOnTruckin campaign to raise additional funds for all of the drivers in need out there! pic.twitter.com/DuaUylE8BW — Raney's (@raneyschrome) June 9, 2020
#ThankATrucker https://t.co/nAFaneqRwy — Illinois Trucking (@iltrucking) May 30, 2020
The #ThankATrucker billboards are looking great in Ohio! Be sure to honk when you pass one of the billboards. pic.twitter.com/WfIefCfxkz — TruckingFWD (@TruckingFWD) May 26, 2020
Last week we made a surprise delivery of 200+ pizzas to truck stops around the country with @TruckParkinc, as a small token of appreciation to our drivers.
This week, we’re dropping off round two at truck stops in Bolingbrook, Melrose Park and Long Island City!#ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/BqimHd8cme — FourKites (@FourKites) May 21, 2020
Blog Post about Feeding 100 Truckers in One Day part of our Treat A Trucker Campaign #treatatrucker #thankatruckerhttps://t.co/fSc54QOT3W pic.twitter.com/vMQQTDDtyj — Married 2 The Road (@Married2road) May 21, 2020
Adorable...
Kayden Ferreira age 5 son of Decker Driver Steven Ferreira ( 3345) wanted to send a THANK YOU for all you amazing truck drivers and staff#thankatrucker#proudson#driventobethebest#DeckerTruckLine pic.twitter.com/O7P9dDDHHT — Decker Truck Line (@DeckerTruckLine) May 19, 2020
Where would America be right now without our #Truckers #thankatrucker pic.twitter.com/d0Lpe7tXTH — San Paso Truck Stop (@PasoTruck) May 20, 2020
We hope all @NASCAR fans will join us to #ThankATrucker for the essential work they perform in supporting the country. Tune in tomorrow tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET on @FS1 and cheer @ClintBowyer in the No. 14 Rush Truck Centers/Mobil Delvac 1 Ford Mustang. #GoClintGo #SHRacing pic.twitter.com/bLnyZQTH4H — rushtruckcenter (@rushtruckcenter) May 19, 2020
We're coming to Central Oregon on Wednesday! Drivers: get your free lunch, water, a mask, and sanitizer. Thanks to our supporters! #oregontruck #mealsfordrivers #thankatrucker #redmondoregon https://t.co/WzsLrH8s9X pic.twitter.com/cImsGCm2Ei — Oregon Trucking (@OTAOregon) May 19, 2020
See the faces of a few of the people who never stopped working during the #pandemic. #Truckers #thankatrucker #TruckDrivers pic.twitter.com/RLsC2f2orB — Convoy Technologies (@ConvoyTechnolo1) May 18, 2020
Happy #TruckerTuesday! Huge shout out to the Chicago Skyway - toll collectors are handing out snack bags to those who pass through the toll plaza. Check out what else they're doing for truckers! https://t.co/VhWux24aGr #ontheroad #thankatrucker pic.twitter.com/8WCww58EFD — Bestpass (@bestpassinc) May 12, 2020
How about these folks in Ocala, Fla.? #ThankATrucker https://t.co/jiG2ZKrzAR — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) May 12, 2020
Discover 10 ways to support America's truck drivers as they deliver essential items for families across the country. #ThankaTrucker https://t.co/4Zsu7ZhIxh pic.twitter.com/Al7lzoloqp — TruckingFWD (@TruckingFWD) May 8, 2020
500 free meals were handed out. @MyFDOT @FloridaTrucking by @eleanorannlamb https://t.co/JJE7dlnazx — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) May 8, 2020
This 5-year-old from Niskayuna, N.Y., waits daily at the end of his driveway for @FedEx, @UPS, @Amazon and @USPS drivers to thank them with snacks and drinks for their work during the #coronavirus pandemic. https://t.co/RAtWyQ1IXW pic.twitter.com/bK8YHYw7wc — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) May 5, 2020
Family-owned Wisconsin trucking company gives all of its employees a $500 bonus: https://t.co/9hrZvn44qz — WBAY-TV 2 (@WBAY) May 7, 2020
For many youth, they have had to find a new normal with not being in school! The Lenz grandchildren of Palmer have been waving and watching the NEW Cooperative semis go by and on Monday of this week they delivered donuts to say “Thank You” to the semi drivers! #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/7PGIlfUNat — NEW Coop (@NEWCooperative) May 6, 2020
Meals will be available at seven weigh stations in #Illinois. By @eleanorannlamb. @IDOT_Illinois #ThankATrucker #truckers #trucking #coronavirus #COVID19 https://t.co/tcycXBcMz7 — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) May 5, 2020
“When I unloaded a pallet of vegetables, customers at the store stopped and applauded. That was something I won’t forget. We’ve been seeing an outpouring of support for what we do. We’re all in this together.” https://t.co/gOrSkZu0Ff #ThankATrucker #Kenworth pic.twitter.com/KUmqATzRlf — Kenworth Truck Co. (@KenworthTruckCo) May 4, 2020
Volunteers in Myrtle Creek say thank you to truckers through programhttps://t.co/B1MJqbvyLu #ThankATrucker — Rear View Safety (@rearviewsafety) May 4, 2020
On behalf of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao and the entire @USDOT —THANK YOU to America’s truckers. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to keep our nation moving. You truly are America’s heroes. #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/4agoJT6zXD — FMCSA (@FMCSA) April 30, 2020
Tens of thousands of trucks and drivers, a few dozen troopers, 95,000 masks, and two awesome days!
Thanks to everyone who helped and supported the @NSP_CarrierEnf @nebraskatrucker @fema @CVSA @DHSgov @FMCSA effort to distribute masks to truck drivers!
https://t.co/zpTyPYEL9V pic.twitter.com/TBFgRiDwLk — Nebraska State Patrol (@NEStatePatrol) May 1, 2020
It's really cool seeing these kinds of stories during this pandemic. #ThankATrucker #RespectTheDriverhttps://t.co/ztuzgJejpN — Minimizer (@MinimizerCo) April 30, 2020
We are proud to be part of efforts to provide free hand sanitizer to truck drivers across the nation! Thanks to our @ABFtoday, American Trucking Associations @TRUCKINGdotORG and @ProtectiveIns! https://t.co/eGwAvbrEkd #ThankATrucker #ThankAnEssentialWorker #truckers #trucking pic.twitter.com/vHq9yG6d8N — ArcBest (@ArcBestCorp) April 29, 2020
One stop down, five to go. By tomorrow every Love’s Travel Stop along I-40 in New Mexico will be stocked with Girl Scout cookies donated by members of our community. Thank you #NewMexico & @lovestravelstops for helping us #ThankATrucker! #NMGirlScouts pic.twitter.com/T34GGFdQ6J — Rebecca Latham (@RebeccaHLatham) April 29, 2020
@tacobell is turning its Irvine, CA location into the first ever “Truck-Thru at HQ” this Friday, May 1 from 11am-2pm, and offering FREE to-go meals to #truckers! https://t.co/KmUg9pFaAL #thankatrucker pic.twitter.com/pa5HGmjAfe — TransForce (@TransForceUSA) April 27, 2020
#ThankATrucker
TLG Leasing’s Kim & her son Gunnar wanted to show their appreciation after a homeschool lesson on the importance of truck drivers and all the goods they deliver, including snacks. Gunnar loves seeing the trucks & wanted to say 'thanks'! pic.twitter.com/SJdRJxqpEt — TLG Peterbilt (@TLGPeterbilt) April 28, 2020
Our sister company, KLLM, recently rolled out some amazing new trailer wraps thanking all truck drivers for what they do every day. We are excited to have one of these trailers parked at the entrance of our Lancaster facility for all to see.#thankatrucker #truckerlife #Trucking pic.twitter.com/E1Hb5vPmAf — FFETransportationServices (@FrozenFoodExp) April 27, 2020
My kids have been setting up a snacks tray daily for the delivery drivers. Yes they have a good heart. The data also suggests that the XBOX package delivery may, just may, have contributed to the sentiment. #ThankAnEssentialWorker #ThankATrucker #Grateful#COVID19 pic.twitter.com/AHr3dGnOhO — Adita Karkera #StayAtHome (@AKark_DataGirl) April 27, 2020
Check out this special message from Tony Stewart and remember to #ThankaTrucker #SHRacing pic.twitter.com/lWQ0uJ8oB4 — rushtruckcenter (@rushtruckcenter) April 24, 2020
Love seeing the support for our truckers out there!#trucking #transportation #thankatrucker pic.twitter.com/mRlHZu5wWc — Driver Solutions (@TruckingSchool) April 23, 2020
A special thank you to today #ToThoseWhoKeepUsMoving throughout the coronavirus outbreak. Whether it be by truck, train, or barge - our supply chain depends on reliable transportation. @TransportGOP @TransportDems pic.twitter.com/wSsGaT3uVN — Rep. Dan Newhouse (@RepNewhouse) April 21, 2020
We love sharing stories of support and appreciation for our ABF Freight team: A 3-year-old drew a picture for ABF driver Russell Lane to thank him for delivering a playset, and her mother greeted Russell with a bottle of water and a note. #ThankATrucker #ThankAnEssentialWorker pic.twitter.com/TP3CEd5tIr — ABF Freight (@ABFtoday) April 22, 2020
Hey @OOIDA @WomenInTrucking @RoadDogTrucking @TRUCKINGdotORG @HealthyTrucking
We loved giving out Free Hand Sanitizer so much yesterday, that tonite from 5-7 we're @TATravelCenters I-10/US 301 (exit 343) saying Thanks and Stay Safe. #ToThoseWhoKeepUsMoving #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/ZdPPFsQgP7 — Atlantic Logistics (@Logisticresults) April 22, 2020
SmartDrive Regional Sales Manager, Jeremy Byrd, sent the day handing out gift cards at Pilot Flying J to show our appreciation for all the drivers keeping America moving! #thankatrucker #transportation #trucking pic.twitter.com/JycoewA1dq — SmartDrive Systems (@SmartDriveInc) April 22, 2020
Hey Y'all, @truckersnews @OverdriveUpdate @FloridaTrucking
We want to #ThankATrucker so, we'll be distributing free individual Hand Sanitizer bottles today from 5-7pm. Look for us @TATravelCenters Florida I-95 (Exit 329) and CR210. Stay Safe, Be Well, and Thanks. pic.twitter.com/BDhyI0aTTx — Atlantic Logistics (@Logisticresults) April 21, 2020
Call or email if you need to know where you can access trucker friendly food near you. Getgrub@canxxus.com #Trucking #ThankATrucker
Please share @OnTruck @CanTruck @TRUCKINGdotORG @TruckNewsMag pic.twitter.com/Us4bW5FJQZ — Ryan Tilley (@rtilleyTANDET) April 21, 2020
Check out our latest blog post, "North Carolinians Helping to Provide for Truckers During COVID-19" to learn about resources for truck drivers in North Carolina like free food, and open restroom facilities. #trucker #ThankATrucker #essentialworkers #truckshttps://t.co/8CmftToVR6 — Transportexpert (@Transportexper3) April 20, 2020
A great big thank you to @TRUCKINGdotORG for sending us a supply of masks for our drivers. #ThankATrucker @TruckingFWD @ColoTrucking pic.twitter.com/Wtkul82IPl — Slager Trucking Company (@SlagerTrucking) April 20, 2020
THANK GOD FOR TRUCKERS! pic.twitter.com/PNLPAkhNUK — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 17, 2020
#TxtaTrucker @raiderexpress went above and beyond to see that truck drivers had a delicious meal on the road.
They handed out 60 @MiCocina_TexMex meals and $1000 worth of $20 gift cards to drivers at a @LovesTravelStop
Awesome to see truckers helping truckers!#ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/KtqbGeSn3h — TXTA (@TX_TA) April 17, 2020
We love showing appreciation to our drivers for their dedication and safety ☺️ #ThankaTrucker pic.twitter.com/5fSPB3Yhpp — NFIindustries (@NFIindustries) April 17, 2020
#ThanksForDelivering @UPS! https://t.co/4Sis7Tme17 — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 15, 2020
Today, we’d like to say:
To all packaging, shipping, and delivery workers, thank you.
#GoogleDoodle → https://t.co/AuN1yNvIWi pic.twitter.com/CqcxJYXBTj — Google Doodles (@GoogleDoodles) April 15, 2020
As the world faces a global #pandemic, #truckdrivers remain on the front line delivering the goods and #medicalsupplies we need to battle the #COVID19 pandemic. From all of us at NEXT, thank you.https://t.co/dxzmxIIJkA #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/gWGTsJ5Nv8 — NEXT Trucking (@nexttrucking) April 15, 2020
Iowans are resilient, and continuing to step up in this time of need. Thank you to all the hardworking truck drivers delivering food to folks across the country! https://t.co/UViX8sU7Ha — Joni Ernst (@SenJoniErnst) April 15, 2020
Normally dedicated to traffic advisories, the dynamic message sign at the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway entrance in Louisiana gives thanks to truck drivers instead. (Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission)
Join us to #ThankATrucker https://t.co/3rNYj2xIMe via @YouTube — Daniel Fedor (@Dan_Fedor) April 14, 2020
Thank you truck drivers! The first 100 truck drivers will get lunch delivered to their cabs Wednesday, April 15, 12-2pm at Papé Kenworth Northwest, 12507 Pacific Hwy SW, Lakewood, WA 98499.#ThankATrucker #Kenworth #PACCARParts #Papé pic.twitter.com/q8MGlym2F9 — Kenworth Truck Co. (@KenworthTruckCo) April 14, 2020
We are hosting another "Meals for Drivers" event this Thursday at the Cascade Locks Port of Entry. If you'd like to support our cause and thank our truck drivers, please consider a donation! #thankatrucker #oregontruck #mealsfordrivers https://t.co/zNJ0Lxl0Ni pic.twitter.com/Fna07q6qD6 — Oregon Trucking (@OTAOregon) April 13, 2020
My coworker, Manuel Rodriguez, snapped these pictures of a Vietnam veteran who is giving free meals away to truck drivers. Thank you for your service and thank you for your #COVIDkindness. #Utah pic.twitter.com/riwnfCnrFS — Allison Croghan (@AllisonCroghan) April 10, 2020
#goteggs ?
Truckers are delivering them daily so we can boil them, color them, hide them, find them, devil them and devour them this Easter Sunday, even if our celebrations look a little different this year! #trucking #truckdrivers #thankatrucker #ThankfulThursday pic.twitter.com/yeQWxPqmQx — AAGEX Freight Group (@AAGEXFreight) April 9, 2020
Lunch crew on our way to Ridgefield POE @ezlogz #ThankATrucker #TruckingProud join us starting at 11am for free lunch for drivers. pic.twitter.com/QNt8g8HBJj — WA Trucking Assn (@WATruckingAssn) April 9, 2020
We want to give a BIG THANK YOU to our #TruckDrivers, the unsung heroes who are keeping America supplied and our supply chains moving during a time of great need. Click the link to learn more about our 150K can water donation. #ThankATrucker https://t.co/SLZ15ZcI1M — Molson Coors Beverage Company (@MolsonCoors) April 8, 2020
#NDHP Troopers would like to thank @Subway @Valley News Live for handing out lunches today at the CMV inspection area on I-94 near W. Fargo to #ThankATrucker. #InThisTogetherND pic.twitter.com/HbSBY5hjZG — NDHP (@NDHighwayPatrol) April 8, 2020
Thank you to the > @NebraskaDOT
.... #ThankATrucker #CoronavirusUSA #NEBRASKA pic.twitter.com/vA7obVRYUn — Christopher Wilson (@ChrisTHEBLUEONE) April 8, 2020
One family made #ThankATrucker personal: our delivery team was surprised and delighted to find a care package and thank you note when they arrived. #WeAreXPO pic.twitter.com/CvyHyScFxB — Life at XPO (@LifeatXPO) April 7, 2020
#ThankATrucker #COVID2019 pic.twitter.com/IiddPqJ81v — Jody Perry-Truck Driver (CASH APP $perrjo) (@autismfamily01) April 4, 2020
#ThankATrucker hashtag emerges to laud American truckers during coronavirus crisis - https://t.co/gKFlrZjmwf - @washtimes — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) April 5, 2020
NEW!! @Ocean_Trailer is generously sponsoring complimentary grab-and-go meals for #truckdrivers at the Chevron cardlock in Chilliwack, Yale Rd, Monday, Apr 6. Have a coffee or meal from Dutchlicious, 7 am-5 pm. Just show your CDL to order. #thankatrucker https://t.co/SH6cDr5Z9K pic.twitter.com/OKWalLtsvy — BCTA (@BCTruckingAssoc) April 5, 2020
When you need to make an emergency trip, maintain social distancing, but still want to say #ThankYouTruckers #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/EciCH0Men8 — cassandra manchester (@cassandra_mm) April 3, 2020
Sidewalk art is showing up lots of places these days! Caleb and Natalie Heaton wanted to say thank you to all of our drivers that are keeping America rolling during this time of uncertainty!! #COVIDー19 #ThankATrucker #ourdriversarethebest pic.twitter.com/7y3Gh6zffE — James R Smith Trkg (@JamesRSmithTrkg) April 3, 2020
.@SummitTruckGrp in Memphis is providing lunches to drivers today. As a bonus, if you're behind the wheel of an @IntnlTrucks, they'll toss in a hat too! #thankatrucker #withyouforthelonghaul pic.twitter.com/P2inQiR65F — Navistar Newsroom (@NavistarNews) April 3, 2020
@somegoodnews my dad is a trucker and has been working non stop! He did a 18 hour shift yesterday and while on the road a lady left these stickers for him at a gas station #somegoodnews #thankatrucker pic.twitter.com/CitQbFhakQ — mar robertson (@marrobertson1) April 3, 2020
Driving through Greensboro, NC tomorrow, April 2? As a thank you to professional truck drivers, your meal could be FREE, compliments of @NoregonSystems, @TruckSuite and Atlas Financial. pic.twitter.com/fdYmoYwtHX — TravelCenters of America (@TATravelCenters) April 1, 2020
We're committed to serving our truck drivers, and have been moving quickly to make our restaurants more accessible for them during this crisis. Thank you to those driving transport trucks and oversized essential service vehicles, for keeping our country going. pic.twitter.com/080RQFp8BB — Tim Hortons (@TimHortons) April 2, 2020
It’s our way of saying ‘thank you.’ To all Professional Drivers, health-care professionals and first responders going the extra mile for all of us, please enjoy a free coffee at our @CircleKStores locations in Atlantic Canada and New England. #thankatrucker #healthcareheroes pic.twitter.com/y9MYz6mGEE — Irving Oil (@irvingoil) March 27, 2020
Just wanted to start the day saying THANK YOU to our dock workers, truck drivers, and warehouse workers -- making sure our stores are stocked and our hospitals get equipment. Thank you. — Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) April 1, 2020
Giving a Trucker a ride to get a part for his broke down truck along I 25.
So happy to be able to help him.
Very appreciative of their service to keep us going.#TruckDrivers #ThankATrucker — SaxonSue (@LiebeUSA) April 1, 2020
We are so proud to be an essential business open and ready to serve the heroic #TruckDrivers community. Please stop in for your free, fresh hot breakfast to go! #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/kjUp1x14OE — San Paso Truck Stop (@PasoTruck) April 1, 2020
#NDHP #Thankatrucker The NDHP and NDDOT are proud to partner with the ND Motor Carriers Association to provide a free lunch to our CMV drivers today at the West Fargo weigh station on I-94. pic.twitter.com/RiDdp8rogb — NDHP (@NDHighwayPatrol) April 1, 2020
Great day at Shoemakers Travel Plaza in Lincoln where we gave free lunch to truckers in appreciation of their great work. https://t.co/Iua9FdpDz4 #ThankaTrucker — Nebraska Trucking (@nebraskatrucker) March 31, 2020
HAVE YOU THANKED A TRUCKER?!
Retweet this post with YOUR message and HASHTAG #ThankATrucker to be shown to our truckers on billboards throughout North Carolina!
(Note: messages need to stay 50 characters or less.)#ThankATrucker #NCTrucking #COVID #Trucking pic.twitter.com/vMVcPUB2Fd — NC Trucking Association (@NCTrucking) March 31, 2020
Nine-year-old Tyler wants to thank truck drivers for all they do during the #coronavirus pandemic, via @dronantranspo https://t.co/97y9wFOAq1 — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) March 31, 2020
ATA is giving away boxed lunches to truck drivers 3/31 from 10:30 am - 2 pm at the WB Sacatan Rest Area north of Casa Grande at MP 187.
Truck drivers are encouraged to drive through to pick up a free lunch. #thankatrucker #EssentialAZ https://t.co/3ApggNs62e pic.twitter.com/Lx8ruOHDZS — AZ Trucking Assoc' (@aztrucking) March 30, 2020
My parents live off the Trans-Canada Highway. Today we clapped and cheered for truckers going by as a way to say thank you for all they’re doing during #COVID19. So many honked and waved back at us! #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/ZbSpOBTeFt — Dayna Robbie (@DaynaRobbie) March 29, 2020
BY TRUCKER, DANIEL LEWIS:
Texas Roadhouse is on the ball! They saw me pull in, ( to a parking lot I couldn't fit in) and came to meet me halfway across the parking lot to take my order. Then asked me to please wait in my truck and brought my order out a short time later. pic.twitter.com/dQHK7VTUQ1 — Captain America (@CaptainLives) March 28, 2020
A @ChickfilA in #NewMexico is welcoming #truckers with a #drivethru made just for #bigrigs.
Read more #ThankATruckerhttps://t.co/pxZ07iUiP3 — TransportationNation (@TNationNetwork) March 27, 2020
This #FeelGoodFriday we are honoring the unsung heroes on the front lines who are braving the virus threat to keep store shelves stocked. https://t.co/pk3vtKgUba pic.twitter.com/f5ha5iiVMY — Good Morning America (@GMA) March 27, 2020
We are offering FREE SHOWERS FOR ALL TRUCKERS. We appreciate all that you do to keep this country moving and our supply chain operational. So enjoy a shower on us, free, no purchase necessary!
Come see us, I-65 exit 54 in Atmore, Alabama.#thankatrucker #roadwarriors #we... pic.twitter.com/XSaK7rjDrS — Creek Travel Plaza (@creektravelplaz) March 27, 2020
Think you've had it bad? Truck drivers tell me while they deliver goods to stores, they keep finding empty shelves once they get a chance to buy food. A Tulare family turned the tables today, delivering food and hope. #HometownHelpers #ThankATrucker https://t.co/g5VfuLNhp2 — Liz González (@LizKMPH) March 26, 2020
A driver in York PA was waiting for his delivery parked at 83 diner which is closed. This white Jeep pulled up, they walk up to his truck & handed a bag of snacks to say thank you for staying out here to help our country. let's blow up Twitter with this pic & tell them thank you! pic.twitter.com/JGJ9zlZDKI — Trucking News, Info & Humor (@everydaytrucker) March 26, 2020
Good morning sweet people!
Here’s the story of what happened to this #trucker on Monday: pic.twitter.com/kY77FQXsPh — Grenni (@Graenni) March 26, 2020
4th graders are working to spread kindness and thank their fellow Americans for stepping up in this time of need. #kindnesschallenge2020 #sbrmc #JCMCFam #thankmedicalpersonnel #thankatrucker #coronavirus #kindnessmatters @EEMillerElem @CumberlandCoSch pic.twitter.com/QmglqPYLrX — mvarvi (@mvarvi) March 26, 2020
@SnowEagleBrew thank you so much for your contribution to helping our #truckingheroes! Your very generous donation will make more than a few drivers happy #acommunitycomestogether #thankyou #thankatrucker #yummysushi #awesomeburgers pic.twitter.com/17ennV0ZDH — Super T Transport (@SuperTTransport) March 26, 2020
When our customer's health is on the line, reliability matters. Thank you to Minnesota Driver Travis Austin and all #UPSers helping deliver medicine and other critical items around the world. #UPSersAreThere pic.twitter.com/eFm41Nh4oa — UPSers (@UPSers) March 25, 2020
Marshall Ramsey: Thank you https://t.co/SNxOUAmz4r via @MSTODAYnews — Transport Topics (@TransportTopics) March 24, 2020
Our grocery stores continue to have food and products families need. This is a result of all our truckers who are protecting our supply chain. Thank you for your dedication to keeping Americans safe and fed during this crisis. #ThankATrucker https://t.co/jYPl1nKEX8 — Senator Deb Fischer (@SenatorFischer) March 24, 2020
We took lunch to as many drivers sitting and waiting to load or unload Medical and Food supplies in Memphis, TN the Distribution Center of America! Saw so many dedicated men and women moving America #GodBlessAmerica pic.twitter.com/skPkgTRDZS — Graham Trucking, LLC (@GrahamTrkn) March 24, 2020
Our Nation’s #TruckDrivers are essential for the delivery of food, medical supplies, and other items in response to #COVID19. Be sure to #ThankATrucker as these men and women continue to perform critical functions to #KeepAmericaMoving. #InItTogether pic.twitter.com/hg6jQjRoXf — Rep. Don Bacon (@RepDonBacon) March 24, 2020
The Department extends its sincere appreciation to truck drivers all across our nation. Your dedication keeps our country moving and allows Americans to continue to receive food and necessary supplies during this challenging time. https://t.co/kit15G23IO #ThankATrucker #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/BRXXqAjHh1 — TransportationGov (@USDOT) March 24, 2020
Had to make a quick run down the interstate today, and instead of asking truck drivers to blow their horns, my kids decided to just say thanks with this sign out the window. #ThankATrucker #DeliveryDrivesAmerica https://t.co/5ivPlLlItG pic.twitter.com/vysqQT1X5a — stacie (@mnmonkeygirl) March 23, 2020
ATTENTION TRUCKERS // In collaboration with the @IAGovernor office & the @IowaDOT we will be handing out complimentary boxed lunches to truck drivers on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. https://t.co/EOsbPYKhwH…#ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/KV4UO2dDiC — Iowa Motor Truck (@iowamotortruck) March 23, 2020
What a great turnout so far! Thank you truck drivers! #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/MZHb4tdWYj — Iowa Motor Truck (@iowamotortruck) March 24, 2020
How can you help? Go like or follow them on your favorite social media channel, and share the posts. You can also download the photos for kids to color and send in to support the trucking industry.
Remember to #staycalm and #thankatrucker during #covid19 #wewillgetthroughthis https://t.co/jCW7aVzepB — Ottsen Oil Company (@OttsenOil) March 24, 2020
Jake Allen, goaltender for the @StLouisBlues @NHL, sent us a #ThankATrucker video to recognize Professional Truck Drivers! @APTA_Trucking @CanTruck pic.twitter.com/DJ4jIFvGJo — Seafood Express (@truckingpei) March 24, 2020
Great job, Woodland Public Schools!
"Woodland Public Schools will open Woodland High School as a rest area for truckers along Washington State’s Interstate 5."https://t.co/E0rp96yHre#ThankATrucker #DriverAppreciation #TruckStop #KeepAmericaMoving pic.twitter.com/EbiNMuBBJW — Freightliner NW (@FreightlinerNW) March 24, 2020
“Without our trucks, America will stop.” Some of the unsung heroes of the coronavirus response are the nation’s 3 million+ truck drivers who are working overtime to keep our critical supply chain moving, @SamBrockNBC reports. pic.twitter.com/KnwuVHEoVs — TODAY (@TODAYshow) March 24, 2020
If anyone knows of medical personnel or truckers working their asses off for our Nation, msg me privately, I'd love to send a few Sbucks e-gift cards out today & buy some of these heroes a coffee! #payitforward #Coronavirus #Medicalstaff #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/ZbfIfzmh2G — Sarah Katilyn (@Sarah_Katilyn) March 23, 2020
Across the US, the nation's 3.5 million professional truckers are working 24/7 to keep stores stocked as consumers worry about riding out home quarantines & try to snap up food,medical supplies,etc to live thru an unknown amount of time. #ThankATrucker #OneVoice1 #OVTTDS pic.twitter.com/W0KOjleoXt — Brenda (@bkaydw) March 23, 2020
While much of America is in self-quarantine, millions of truckers are working overtime to keep us fed! These are the real HEROES right now, and here's what we can do to THANK them. pic.twitter.com/BxWeICcNxq — Glenn Beck (@glennbeck) March 23, 2020
Not all heroes wear capes: truck drivers brave the #coronavirus outbreak to deliver goods. pic.twitter.com/HOm8Z3xmO1 — The Daily Briefing (@dailybriefing) March 23, 2020
Thank you, truck drivers.
Sincerely,
All of us.https://t.co/irgHG4wYKu — USA TODAY (@USATODAY) March 23, 2020
In Oklahoma City March 20, TBS Factoring Service provided truck drivers with a "grab-and-go" sack lunch featuring a submarine sandiwch, water and chips. Company executives held signs up near Interstate 35, encouraging truckers to take a break and enjoy the complimentary meal.
Monica Ybarra of TBS Factoring Service holds sign reading "Sandwiches 4 Semis." (Sue Ogrocki/Associated Press)
THANK YOU! #ThankATrucker https://t.co/VgzJ2LXXpi — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 19, 2020
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