Innovative global leader in trucking joins CLTFC’s portfolio ahead of 2023 season
CHARLOTTE, NC (Wednesday, February 22, 2023) – Charlotte Football Club today welcomes Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) as the Club’s newest Founding-Level partner. The partnership includes new initiatives that will positively impact youth in the greater Charlotte area.
As part of the multi-year agreement, DTNA is introducing “Corner Kicks for Kids” to Charlotte FC matchdays in the 2023 MLS season. For every corner kick CLTFC takes at home this season, DTNA will donate $100 to Boys & Girls Club of Charlotte.
“Community is at the heart of everything we do at Charlotte FC, and to partner with DTNA who shares the same ethos adds tremendous value to our Club,” said CLTFC president Joe LaBue. “We’re excited to welcome in DTNA to our family and look forward to empowering the Carolinas through soccer together for many years to come.”
Furthering both organizations commitment to the community, on Kids Night Out for the Club’s home match against New York City FC on May 6, fans will be able to receive a limited-edition CLTFC Kids Book courtesy of DTNA. They have also committed to participating in the Pitches for Progress fields program, which provides safe places to play in neighborhoods across the Carolinas.
"DTNA is proud to be part of communities in the Carolinas for over 50 years," said Jeff Allen, senior vice president of operations and specialty vehicles, Daimler Truck North America. "Our partnership with Charlotte Football Club is an amazing opportunity to expand and celebrate our commitment to the local community and youth sports. We look forward to a successful partnership and many exciting seasons ahead."
About Charlotte Football Club
Charlotte Football Club is the Major League Soccer Club in the Carolinas. The Club’s mission is to be a unifying force that is bigger than one city and encourage a sense of belonging through a progressive, collective, and ambitious approach that guides efforts on and off the pitch. CLTFC is committed to driving growth through the sport and community outreach. Charlotte FC is owned by David Tepper and is a part of Tepper Sports & Entertainment, which also includes Bank of America Stadium and the Carolina Panthers. For more information, visit CharlotteFootballClub.com.
About Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck North America LLC, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, is a leading provider of comprehensive products and technologies for the commercial transportation industry. Daimler Truck North America designs, engineers, manufactures and markets medium- and heavy-duty trucks, school buses, vehicle chassis and their associated technologies and components under the Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp and Detroit brands. Daimler Truck North America is a subsidiary of Daimler Truck Holding AG (DTG), one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers.
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