Trinity Logistics has been announced as the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)’s 2016 Samaritan Award winner. This prestigious award is given annually to a third party logistics company (3PL) that offers exceptional assistance to others in need.

Trinity Logistics, in conjunction with its non-profit organization, the Trinity Foundation, organizes events to benefit charitable causes year-round. The main focus areas include the local communities surrounding Trinity’s five main offices, health awareness, and youth leadership development. The Foundation gives out scholarships for local youth and raises funds for causes including local cancer and heart centers, sports events, meal drives, and support for families in need at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

“Together, over the past ten years, Team Trinity and the Foundation have been involved in many causes and local community projects, from feeding the hungry, to youth leadership development programs and support of our military. We have raised thousands of dollars in support of those efforts,” said Amy Proctor, Trinity Foundation Director. “We are so honored that the TIA would recognize these efforts by selecting us as the 2016 Samaritan Award winner.”

The TIA recognizes that voluntary service or assistance can take a multitude of forms, and was impressed by the Trinity Foundation’s variety of outreach methods.

“Trinity Logistics’ efforts stood out among a multitude of capable nominees,” said Robert Voltmann, President and CEO, Transportation Intermediaries Association. “Their donation of time, talent, and money has led by example among a group of 3PL companies that we are proud to call TIA members. The diversity of causes that Trinity supported – wigs for cancer patients, multiple charity 5K races, and food drives for the local food bank – were truly impressive.”

Along with the award, the TIA donates all funds raised by their annual TIA Foundation Charity Fun Run to a charity of the winner’s choice. Trinity has designated the Delmarva Teen Challenge Home of Hope as the beneficiary of this year’s funds. Home of Hope is a women’s center for those healing from life-controlling addictions across the Delmarva (Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia) region.

“This accolade from the TIA is a testament to how individuals can come together for a cause and leave a legacy,” said Jeff Banning, President and CEO of Trinity Logistics. “Team Trinity’s choice of the Home of Hope as the recipient of the award will make such an impact on Delmarva. I am very proud of this team.”