Local Transportation Provider Donates 600 Pounds of Fresh Oranges to Local Charity

Trailer Bridge partnered with Jacksonville-based non-profit, Waste Not Want Not, Inc., to donate 600 pounds of fresh oranges to be distributed to families throughout Northeast Florida through the organization’s network of charities. The oranges were trucked to Jacksonville from South Florida as part of the transportation provider’s annual holiday party.

Waste Not Want Not, Inc., is a volunteer-based group whose mission is to prevent the discarding of food and other items that can be used to fight hunger and poverty in North Florida. Volunteers rescue food daily from numerous sources for distribution to local charitable organizations, and through other cost-effective initiatives.

“We are thrilled to receive this donation because fresh produce is such a vital part of a healthy diet and through this donation, we will serve roughly 1,000 people within the community,” said Kathleen Spears, Executive Director, Waste Not Want Not, Inc. “We believe that just because some of our neighbors and fellow community members are confronting hunger and food insecurity doesn’t mean they do not deserve nutrient-dense foods that are good for their health.”

Trailer Bridge has been a staple in Jacksonville’s transportation and logistics industry for more than 30 years.  The company supports several charities throughout Northeast Florida including Dreams Come True of Jacksonville, the Kate Amato Foundation, Greenscape of Jacksonville, and others.

“We are grateful for the partnership with Waste Not Want Not to deliver fresh fruit to those in need within our community,” said Trailer Bridge CEO Mitch Luciano. “It’s great to know the oranges not only brought joy to our team during our event but will more importantly be used to provide nutritious fruit to those in need.”