Rob and Jean Estes Commit $125,000 for 250th Commemorative Museum
Contact:
Mike Frontiero
mfrontiero@va250.virginia.gov
804-823-9016
RICHMOND, VA (September 13, 2023) – Rob and Jean Estes have committed $125,000 to the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience, a traveling museum that will celebrate America’s upcoming 250th birthday, in honor of the Virginia Trucking Association.
The gift, announced by Virginia Commemorations, Inc., is a matching gift incentive. This means that every dollar donated to the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience will be matched by the Esteses, up to $125,000.
“We are honored to support the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience,” said Rob Estes, president and CEO of Richmond-based Estes Express Lines, the largest privately owned freight carrier in North America. “This museum will be a great way to teach children and adults about the history of American independence in Virginia. We hope our gift will encourage others to give as well.”
The VA250 Mobile Museum Experience will bring the full story of Virginia’s role in the American Revolution to life for students and adults across the state beginning in fall 2024. The museum will travel to schools, fairs, community centers, and more featuring interactive exhibits that allow visitors to learn about the events, people, and places that shaped Virginia’s history.
“We are grateful to Rob and Jean Estes for their generous gift,” said Cheryl Wilson, executive director of VA250. “Their support will help to make the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience a reality. We encourage everyone to join the Estes in supporting this important project because Virginia’s history is America’s story.”
To support the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience, visit va250.org/donate
VA250 National Honorary Co-Chair Carly Fiorina greets Estes Express Lines Chairman and CEO Rob Estes
About Estes Express Lines
Estes is the largest privately owned freight carrier in North America. As an asset-based transportation provider with a global footprint, Estes always goes the extra mile to deliver reliable freight solutions and exceptional service that keep its customers coming back. Ethical and honest, with nearly a century of freight shipping expertise, Estes has worked through the decades to build a robust fleet and vast network of over 10,000 doors and 280 terminals. And the company’s comprehensive transportation solutions are backed by its continued investment in technology resources, as well as the support of more than 22,000 fiercely committed employees. Estes offers comprehensive freight shipping solutions, including Less Than Truckload (LTL), Volume LTL and Truckload, Time Critical Guaranteed, Custom Shipping and Logistics, and Final Mile.
About the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience
The VA250 Mobile Museum Experience is a traveling museum that will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The museum will feature exhibits on the history of American independence in Virginia. It will travel to schools, fairs, community centers, and more across the state beginning in fall 2024.
About Virginia Commemorations, Inc.
Virginia Commemorations, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) non-profit honoring Virginia’s role in the founding of the United States 250th years ago and creating a lasting impact on education, tourism, and economic development.
MEDIA PHOTOS (credit VA250)
1. Estes Express Lines Chairman and CEO Rob Estes and Jean Estes (3rd and 4th from left) pose with members of the VA250 Commission and Virginia Commemorations, Inc., at a fundraiser that honored their $125,000 gift to the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience. (From left) Ben Dendy, George Keith Martin, Rob Estes, Jean Estes, Carly Fiorina, Jackie Stone, BK Fulton, Cheryl Wilson, Lewis F. Powell, III.
2. VA250 National Honorary Co-Chair Carly Fiorina greets Estes Express Lines Chairman and CEO Rob Estes. He and his wife Jean were honored at a fundraiser for their $125,000 gift to the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience.