Logistics industry raises €70,000 for Nicolaidis YoungWings Foundation at supply chain CX event

The “Logistics on the Move” initiative has once again inspired logistics companies across Germany to engage in a charitable fundraising campaign, raising €70,000 for the Nicolaidis YoungWings Foundation. This marks the fifth consecutive year that companies have participated in sporting activities to support the foundation, which helps individuals coping with the loss of a life partner or parent.

From July 1 to September 30, 2024, logistics professionals covered more than 160,000 kilometers by running, cycling, hiking, and even horse riding. Their efforts resulted in the collection of donations, which were presented at the Supply Chain CX event in Munich.

Kuno Neumeier, CEO of Logivest and founder of the initiative in 2020, joined forces with Sven Eisfeld, CEO of Hellmann Logistics Germany, to hand over the €70,000 check to Karin Neumeier, chairwoman of the Nicolaidis YoungWings Foundation. The event also featured former ski racer and foundation ambassador Thomas Dreßen, who shared his personal experiences with grief during a conversation with Sky presenter Michael Leopold.

Karin Neumeier expressed her gratitude, stating, “I am deeply impressed by the logistics industry’s continued support, even in challenging times. This generosity means so much to us and to those we support.”

Neumeier highlighted the industry’s commitment, saying, “Especially in economically difficult times, it’s important to focus on what truly matters. I’m proud that our sector continues to show such dedication to helping others through generous donations.”

Participants from across Germany took part in various physical activities, logging their distances through fitness apps and sharing their progress on social media under the hashtag #LogistikinBewegung. The flexibility of the donation model allowed companies to determine how much they would contribute based on their employees’ efforts.

Among the companies that participated and donated were Baytree Logistics Properties LLP, fabrikon GmbH, Four Parx Holding GmbH, Geis Gruppe, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics Germany GmbH & Co. KG, Logivisor.com, Loxxess AG, P3Logistic Parks GmbH, teamtosse GmbH, and Logivest GmbH.

The funds will support the Nicolaidis YoungWings Foundation in providing grief counseling and assistance to young adults and children who have lost a parent or partner, continuing the vital work it does across Germany.