J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), a leading supply chain solutions provider in North America, announced its continued participation in Wreaths Across America for the 11th consecutive year. This nationwide initiative honors fallen veterans during the holiday season by placing wreaths at their final resting places.
“Wreaths Across America is a meaningful opportunity to honor military service members who gave their lives for our freedoms,” said David Keefauver, Executive Vice President of People at J.B. Hunt. “This year marks a significant milestone for our company — more than 500 of our drivers have participated in this initiative over the past 11 years, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring no fallen veteran is forgotten.”
In 2024, 74 J.B. Hunt drivers, all of whom are veterans or closely connected to one, will help transport over 356,000 wreaths to national cemeteries across the country. On December 14, J.B. Hunt employees will join volunteers nationwide for Wreaths Across America Day, laying wreaths to honor and remember fallen heroes. A commemorative ceremony will also take place on December 13 at J.B. Hunt’s corporate headquarters to celebrate the company’s support and the mission of the nonprofit organization: to remember, honor, and teach.
This year, J.B. Hunt will haul a record 56 loads of wreaths, including nearly 50 intermodal loads transported through collaborations with rail providers BNSF Railway and Norfolk Southern. To mark this milestone, 11 J.B. Hunt tractors and two trailers will feature custom wraps bearing the theme, “Your Courage Inspires Us.”
Deliveries will span 13 national cemeteries, including Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, Fayetteville National Cemetery, and Riverside National Cemetery, among others.
Participation in Wreaths Across America is just one way J.B. Hunt supports veterans. The company offers a variety of programs to assist employee veterans, including those transitioning from military to civilian careers. This year, J.B. Hunt earned multiple national recognitions, including Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer by VIQTORY, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans by Newsweek, and Military Times Best for Vets.
Through its efforts, J.B. Hunt continues to honor the sacrifices of veterans while promoting its mission to support those who have served the nation.