Launched in 2022, Patriotic Pies helps to provide snack-size MoonPies to our service members and veterans as a heartfelt way to thank them for their service to our country. Schools and non-profits play a key role, promoting the program as they raise funds for their own goals.  Supporters can contribute as little as $25 to help support the mission of Patriotic Pies. Delivered fresh and free of charge to bases and troops, Averitt Express ships these delicious snacks to military bases several times per year for our service members to enjoy.  Since its inception, about 200,000 Patriotic Pies have been distributed to troops by the USO and Friends Of The Troops.  Our 2025 goal and mission this year is to ship over 1 Million MoonPies out for troops to enjoy.  Join us to help accomplish our mission this year!

What are Patriotic Pies? Patriotic Pies are snack size MoonPies shipped to pre-selected US military bases as gifts to help thank military troops for their service and bravery.

How are Patriotic Pies free to our military troops? Supporters buy Patriotic Pies through a school or non-profit’s fundraiser.  The school or non-profit earns funds from each Patriotic Pie purchase.  These pre-paid Patriotic Pies then ship to military bases free for our troops to enjoy.

How are Patriotic Pies distributed to troops? The USO plus other support organizations help distribute Patriotic Pies to troops mostly during base activities.

How are Patriotic Pies shipped free? Averitt Express serves as the Patriotic Pies “bakery-to-base” shipping partner.  Several times per year, Averitt Express picks up pallets of fresh-baked Patriotic Pies from Chattanooga Bakery, Inc. (makers of MoonPies) at no cost and then they deliver the pies to select military bases.

Do military veterans also receive Patriotic Pies? Yes.  Although most Patriotic Pies are gifted to help thank active-duty troops at select military bases, some Patriotic Pies are used to help thank our Veterans.