Year: 2026

November 12 – Log A Load Meet & Greet

by Andrew Nash

Dear loggers, 

My how the time flies! It was just three short months ago that we started sending this monthly email, and the response has been delightful. Thank you to those who have attended our meetings or written to us with ideas and feedback to strengthen the Log A Load For Kids program. We are so grateful for your input! 

You are invited to join us for an online meet and greet with the Log A Load Board of Directors. We would love to hear what is working in your area and discuss your plans for 2027.  

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 

3PM EASTERN // 12PM PACIFIC 

Register Here:  

https://childrensmiraclenetwork.zoom.us/meeting/register/b5QMvgh9TF6k10f_BU3LYQ

It was a joy to reconnect with many of you at the American Loggers Council annual meeting in Williamsburg, Virginia last month. We were honored to recognize Nikki Robertson of Richmond, VA as our Log A Load Volunteer of the Year. Nikki has spent decades organizing Log A Load golf tournaments, raffles, and other events across the state of Virginia. Volunteers like Nikki (and you!) are truly the heartbeat of our foundation and make it possible to continue our mission each day. 

We would also like to thank everyone who participated in the live and silent auctions at the meeting. Over $70,000 was raised for Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters. Amazing! 

Thank you for all you do! 

On behalf of the Board of Directors, 

Sherri Hansen & Andrew Nash 

Find your hospital – Need to find your local hospital or get reconnected with your program director? Visit our website. 

Resource highlight: Numzaan Safaris – Need a big ticket item for your upcoming Log A Load Auction? Numzaan Safaris has partnered with the Log A Load For Kids Foundation to donate a “5 Days for 2 or 4 Hunters with a $500 Credit per Hunter” safari package to upcoming auctions. This African safari has been a popular item at several auctions in the past twelve months. To learn how you can include a safari trip in your next auction, contact the foundation’s Vice President, David Livingston (dlivingston.mla@gmail.com).  

Submit an event – We would like to feature your upcoming events on the Log A Load website! Email logaload@cmn.org to have your event included.

Support the American Loggers Council’s Log A Load Auction

by Andrew Nash

Later this month, loggers from across the country will be heading to Williamsburg, Virginia for the American Loggers Council annual meeting. We’re excited to see many of you there! Reconnecting with Log A Load volunteers from across the country is such a rewarding benefit of attending this conference.

A highlight of the event is the Log A Load Dinner and Gala on Wednesday, September 30. This program raises over $50,000 each year and is truly a night to remember! The 2026 festivities will include a miracle story from Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters, along with the traditional live and silent auctions to benefit the hospital. You can support this event by donating items for the auction:

  • Onsite – if attending the conference, bring your auction item to the conference registration table
  • By mail – not attending the conference this year? You can still contribute an auction item by mail. Pack your item and ship it to:
    • American Loggers Council
      Attn: Log A Load, ALC Annual Meeting
      The Williamsburg Lodge
      310F South England Street
      Williamsburg, VA 23185
    • All deliveries must be received by September 28.
    • Tracking and insurance is recommended
    • Please email tracking information to logaload@cmn.org so we can confirm receipt of your auction item(s).

The Log A Load For Kids Foundation Board of Directors will meet in person at the American Loggers Council annual meeting in Williamsburg, VA. Our board meeting will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 1 in the Williamsburg Lodge. You are invited to join us to learn more about Log A Load For Kids and how you can get involved with the national organization. The agenda will include a period of open comment and Q&A from guests. A virtual meeting will be held later this fall for those who are unable to join us onsite. Details will be included in the October newsletter.

Thank you to Scott Dane and the American Loggers Council, as well as Ron Jenkins and the Virginia Loggers Association, for making this event possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Sincerely,

Sherri Hansen and Andrew Nash
On Behalf of the Log A Load For Kids Board of Directors

Save the Date!

by Andrew Nash

Save the date for PLC of the Northeast’s 8th annual Log A Load for Kids Southern Maine golf tournament, benefiting MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children’s!

We hope you will join us on Friday, August 28th at Lake Kezar Country Club in Lovell, ME for a memorable day of golf in support of sick and injured children across our region. Sponsorship and team registrations are now available! Please visit bbch.org/LogALoad to register, purchase a sponsorship, and submit payment online.

Questions about this event can be directed to Meaghan McNamara, Philanthropy Manager at MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children’s

Email: Meaghan.McNamara@MaineHealth.org

Submit Your 2026 Volunteer of the Year Nomination!

by Andrew Nash

The Log A Load For Kids Foundation is seeking nominations for our 2026 Volunteer Champion of the Year. We want to know who your state’s deserving candidate is and why they deserve recognition! Please complete the nomination form (available here) and return it with your nomination to Sherri Hansen or Andrew Nash no later than July 1, 2026.

The award winner will be notified by August 1, 2026, and be invited to the American Loggers Council Annual Meeting this September 30th, in Williamsburg, Virginia. The winner will be recognized for their commitment and outstanding service to Log A Load For Kids and their local children’s hospital.

Celebrating Our Success: Log A Load For Kids Receives CMN Collaboration Award

by Andrew Nash

We are thrilled to share some incredible news with our Log A Load community! At the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) annual “Elevate” meeting held in Orlando from April 13-15, Log A Load For Kids was honored with CMN’s Collaboration Award.

The award was presented during a special ceremony on Tuesday, April 14, and was accepted by David Livingston, Vice President of the Log A Load For Kids Foundation.

What This Award Means

The Collaboration Award is a testament to the unique spirit of our foundation. It recognizes Children’s Miracle Network partners who bring people together across different roles, organizations, and communities to advance the mission of helping sick and injured children.

As the presenters noted during the ceremony, Log A Load For Kids has built a model that mobilizes our entire industry. From independent loggers and family businesses to the large timber and paper product companies, this award belongs to everyone across the supply chain who participates in Log A Load For Kids.

Why Log A Load Was Selected

CMN highlighted several key reasons why our foundation stood out this year:

  • Grassroots Impact: Our success is driven by local volunteer foresters and supported by state forestry associations and national trade groups.
  • A Culture of Giving: Beyond the dollars raised, we have successfully built a “culture of giving” within the timber industry, where supporting local hospitals is a point of pride.
  • Tangible Results: Since 1988, our collective efforts have raised over $70 million to fund critical needs like mobile NICU units and life-saving equipment for children’s hospitals nationwide.

A Message of Thanks

This award isn’t just for the foundation; it’s for every logger, trucker, forester, and volunteer who has donated a load of logs, raised a paddle at an auction, or given your time and energy to support your local children’s hospital. It’s proof that when we work together, we don’t just move the industry forward—we change lives.

Thank you to all our volunteers, donors, and partners for making this possible!

Record-Shattering Year for Log A Load – Piedmont District!

by Andrew Nash

What happens when the logging community, local families, and outdoor enthusiasts join forces for a great cause? History is made.

On April 11, 2026, the Log A Load For Kids Piedmont District hosted its annual skeet shoot and live auction, and the results were nothing short of extraordinary. This year’s event raised a record-breaking $155,527 for the children and families at Children’s of Alabama.

By the Numbers

The energy at the range was electric, fueled by friendly competition and a shared mission to support pediatric healthcare.

  • Massive Turnout: 86 teams and 17 individual participants registered for this year’s skeet shoot.
  • Auction Excellence: Live and silent auctions were the stars of the show, bringing in over $84,000 thanks to the incredible generosity of prize donors and auction bidders.
  • Grand Total: The $155,527 raised marks a new milestone for the Piedmont District’s signature event!

More Than Just a Shoot

This year’s event was a true community festival. While the shooters were on the course, families enjoyed:

  • The Equipment Display: Kids (and kids at heart) got an up-close look at the massive machinery that keeps our industry moving.
  • ‘Guess the Load’ Contest: A crowd favorite that tested everyone’s estimation skills!
  • Food Trucks: Keeping everyone fueled with local favorites throughout the day.

A Heartfelt Thank You

To our sponsors, volunteers, shooters, and donors: Thank you. Your commitment ensures that Children’s of Alabama can continue providing world-class care to those who need it most. We are constantly humbled by the way the timber industry steps up to “Log A Load” for our kids.

Save the Date for 2027!

We’re already looking forward to beating this record next year. Mark your calendars and get ready for another great fundraiser:

  • Next Event: April 3, 2027
  • Location: Lafayette, AL

See you there!

Spring Clay Shoot Fundraisers Set to Benefit Log A Load For Kids

by Andrew Nash
A group of participants making a check presentation at Klays For Kids 2025
Klays For Kids 2025 – Georgetown, SC

Log A Load For Kids is proud to announce three upcoming clay shoot fundraisers this spring, offering a fun day outdoors while raising funds for Children’s Miracle Network. Whether you’re an experienced shooter or new to the sport, these events are a great opportunity to connect with others in the forestry and outdoor industries while making a meaningful impact in your community.

These clay shoots are always a highlight of the season—bringing together industry partners, friends, and families for some friendly competition and an even greater purpose. Bring your team, bring your enthusiasm, and help Log A Load For Kids continue its mission of making a difference for all kids!

2026 Spring Clay Shoot Dates & Locations

  • March 14 – Society Hill, South Carolina
  • March 20 – Victoria, Virginia
  • April 18 – Georgetown, South Carolina

Each event will feature a morning of sporting clays at a premier shooting range, followed by lunch, raffles, and awards. Participants can register as individuals or teams, with proceeds directly supporting life-saving care for pediatric patients in partner hospitals across the region.

Registration details, sponsorship options, and event flyers can be found on our upcoming events page.

Have an event you’d like to feature on the website? Email logaloadforkids@cmn.org