Pilot Rallies Guests and Team Members to Help Save Lives This Stroke Month

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This May, in recognition of American Stroke Month, Pilot is rallying support to raise critical funds for the American Heart Association’s stroke prevention and education programs.

From April 30-May 21, 2026, guests can help make positive change and join the fight against stroke by rounding up their purchases during checkout at participating Pilot, Flying J and One9 Travel Center locations nationwide.*

“Showing people they matter at every turn is at the heart of everything we do at Pilot,” said Adrienne Ingoldt, senior vice president, communications, risk and procurement at Pilot and member of the American Heart Association’s National Life is Why™ Council of Retailers. “Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Every donation fuels Heart Association programs that bring stroke education and resources directly to communities across the nation. As my mom is a stroke survivor, our family is a direct example of how knowledge can save lives and ensure more families have stories of survival.”

Recognizing the signs of a stroke and acting quickly are vital. Throughout the month, Pilot and the Heart Association are promoting the B.E. F.A.S.T. warning signs:

• B – Balance Loss: Does the person appear unsteady?
• E – Eye (vision) Changes: Is vision blurred or temporarily lost?
• F – Face Drooping: Does one side of the face droop, or is it numb?
• A – Arm Weakness: Is one arm weak or numb?
• S – Speech Difficulty: Is speech slurred?
• T – Time to call 911: If someone shows any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately.**

In addition to the round-up campaign, Pilot is prioritizing the health of its team members by providing access to the Heart Association’s stroke prevention education, resources and screenings to be more aware of the signs of stroke. These trainings and resources are also available to the public by contacting the local American Heart Association office.

As a longstanding supporter of the Heart Association’s Life is Why campaign, Pilot is dedicated to advancing heart and stroke health in the communities it serves through its Miles of Good program. This marks the second year Pilot has extended that commitment to include fundraising specifically for American Stroke Month.

For more information about Pilot’s American Stroke Month initiatives and to find a participating travel center, visit pilotcompany.com.

*Proud Life is Why Retailer. The full round-up amount of each round-up purchase at Pilot Flying J owned and operated stores in the United States from 4/30/26-5/21/26 will be donated to the American Heart Association’s Life is Why Campaign. Certain purchases (including, but not limited to, purchases made on fleet cards/direct bill programs or purchases made at the fuel pump) are not eligible for round-up contributions. Void where prohibited. © 2026 Pilot Travel Centers LLC.

**Provided for informational and educational purposes only and not as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnoses or treatment.

About Pilot

Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot") keeps North America's drivers moving as the leading energy and experience provider people rely on to fuel their journeys. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and employs approximately 30,000 team members. As the largest network of travel centers, Pilot has more than 900 locations in 43 states and five Canadian provinces, serving an average of 1.2 million guests per day. In addition to travel center services, Pilot and its partners offer trucking fleets a variety of solutions for fuel, credit, factoring, maintenance and rewards. The company operates the third largest fuel tanker fleet in North America and supplies approximately 12 billion gallons of fuel per year. Pilot is committed to shaping the future of energy as one of the largest providers of biodiesel and renewable fuels and through the development of its EV charging network and low carbon fueling alternatives. For additional information about Pilot, visit PilotCompany.com.