Next Generation in Trucking Foundation

Inspiring the Next Generation of Trucking and Supply Chain Professionals

The mission of the Next Generation in Trucking Foundation is to inspire and prepare students for careers across trucking, logistics, and the supply chain by investing in awareness initiatives, career branding, scholarships, school programs, and educational resources for students, teachers, and administrators.

As a national nonprofit focused on education and student-facing workforce development, the Foundation engages directly with schools and students through education conferences, classroom presentations, and hands-on career exploration experiences. Our work introduces young people to high-demand, high-skill careers while helping schools build and sustain trucking, logistics, and supply chain programs.

Connecting Students and Schools to Careers in Trucking

The Next Generation in Trucking Foundation works alongside educators and administrators to support the creation and expansion of school-based trucking and supply chain programs. By providing resources, exposure, and access, we help students understand the wide range of career opportunities available — from professional driving and diesel technology to logistics, warehousing, and supply chain management.

Our education-focused outreach ensures that trucking is represented in career exploration, workforce development discussions, and classroom learning nationwide.

How the Foundation Creates Impact

At the heart of everything we do is the student. The Foundation focuses on removing barriers, expanding access, and helping young people see a future for themselves through meaningful careers that strengthen communities and support a resilient supply chain.

Our Focus Areas

Awareness & Career Branding

Promoting trucking, logistics, and supply chain careers as positive, modern, and rewarding career choices.

Education & Program Development

Supporting school-based trucking and supply chain programs through curriculum-aligned learning resources, classroom tools, and hands-on experiences.

Access & Opportunity

Expanding access to education and career pathways through scholarships, equipment, and experiential learning opportunities.

Educator & School Support

Equipping teachers, administrators, and schools with resources, training, and industry connections to sustain long-term program success.

NGT Foundation Initiatives

High School CDL Curriculum Guide for Teachers

Made possible through the generous support of the PepsiCo Foundation and Knorr-Bremse Global Cares Foundation. Additionally, we extend our gratitude to the CH Robinson Foundation for its support of the Next Generation in Trucking Foundation.

The Next Generation in Trucking (NGT) Foundation is proud to introduce the first-ever high school CDL curriculum guide, designed specifically for teachers preparing students for careers in trucking. This comprehensive resource provides educators with structured lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, handouts, and assessments to support a full-year CDL course.

This guide ensures teachers have everything they need to engage students, reinforce learning, and prepare them for long, successful trucking careers.

Key Features

Built for Teachers - Designed for high school educators to help students earn their Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP).
Comprehensive & Aligned - Includes modules, classroom activities, simulation training, and aligns with FMCSA’s ELDT standards.
Flexible & Supportive - Accompanies any ELDT Theory Provider a school chooses while providing additional hands-on activities.

TruckFit Curriculum: Health & Wellness for Future Drivers

The Next Generation in Trucking (NGT) Foundation, in collaboration with Dr. Mark Manera of Offshift, is developing the TruckFit Curriculum—a video series designed to teach new drivers how to maintain a healthy lifestyle on the road.

While this curriculum is specifically designed for high school CDL students and entry-level drivers, we believe EVERY driver—regardless of age or experience—can benefit from these lessons.

Key Features

For All Drivers - Engaging Video Series – Covers fitness, nutrition, mental health, and injury prevention in easy-to-follow lessons.
Practical & Accessible - Focuses on realistic strategies for staying active and making healthy choices on the road.
LMS-Ready - Available in multiple Learning Management Systems for easy integration into CDL programs.

This project is made possible thanks to the generous funding of the Pilot Foundation and the Trucking Cares Foundation. Additionally, we extend our gratitude to the CH Robinson Foundation for its support of the Next Generation in Trucking Foundation.