COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt and Chattanooga Bakery once again joined forces to support U.S. service members through the Patriotic Pies program, delivering nearly 115,000 MoonPies to several military and USO locations across the Southeast this year.
Through the program, Chattanooga Bakery provides its signature treats, while Averitt donates the transportation services needed to distribute them to bases and USO centers. This year’s deliveries reached service members at Fort Campbell, Fort Bragg, Fort Johnson, Fort Stewart, Camp Shelby, and several other USO locations across the Southeast.
“The Patriotic Pies program is a great way to show appreciation for the men and women who serve our country,” said Barry Blakely, president and chief operating officer at Averitt. “We are proud to play a role in supporting our troops and the communities where our associates live and work.”
Averitt’s support of the Patriotic Pies program reflects the company’s long-standing commitment to the military community. Nearly 12% of Averitt’s workforce is made up of veterans, and the company has been recognized multiple times as a Military Friendly® Employer. Averitt also partners with Operation Stand Down Tennessee, an organization that provides resources and support to veterans and their families.
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