At kmG Hauling, we believe the work we do goes beyond collection routes and roll-off schedules. Our trucks are out in the community every day—rolling “mobile billboards” that carry messages of hope, action, and support. Each November, we use that visibility to spotlight Diabetes Awareness and Pancreatic Cancer Awareness, two causes that impact families across the region, including our own team and customers.
This month, you’ll see our purple Pancreatic Cancer Awareness truck and our teal-accented Diabetes Awareness messaging more often on routes, in photos, and across our social channels. We’re proud to pair reliable waste and recycling service with year-round advocacy for health, safety, and community.
Why Awareness Matters
Diabetes Awareness. Diabetes touches millions of Americans and can affect anyone—neighbors, coworkers, and loved ones. Early detection and day-to-day management make a real difference. Awareness encourages screening, supports caregivers, and helps reduce stigma so people can ask for the resources they need.
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness. Pancreatic cancer is often difficult to detect early, which makes awareness critical. Sharing warning signs, encouraging regular check-ins with healthcare providers, and supporting research can improve outcomes. November’s purple ribbons serve as a reminder to check in on friends, family, and ourselves.
We haul away what’s thrown out—but we never look away from what really matters to the people we serve.
How Our Fleet Shares The Message
We run purpose-designed awareness wraps as mobile billboards that travel through DC, Maryland, and Virginia. These trucks are photographed at events, customer locations, and on route—generating thousands of community impressions each week.
Pancreatic Cancer Truck (Purple Wrap). You’ll see this unit featured throughout November on our feeds and in service highlights. It carries a clear message of hope and action.
Diabetes Awareness Messaging. You’ll notice teal-and-white story posts, route photos, and short clips with tips and resources throughout the month.
Community Education, Not Interruption. Every awareness post links back to practical tips—what to watch for, who to contact, and how to support loved ones—paired with reliable service reminders.
If you’ve spotted one of our awareness trucks in your neighborhood, tag @kmg_hauling—your share helps the message go even further.
Actionable Ways To Support This Month For Diabetes Awareness
Know The Signs. Unusual thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, or blurred vision are common signals—encourage loved ones to talk to a healthcare professional if something feels off.
Make Small, Sustainable Changes. Balanced meals, daily movement, and regular checkups matter. Small, consistent steps beat big, short-lived overhauls.
Point People To Reliable Resources. National organizations like the American Diabetes Association offer screening info, support lines, and toolkits for families.
For Pancreatic Cancer Awareness
Learn The Symptoms. Persistent abdominal or back pain, unexplained weight loss, jaundice, or changes in digestion deserve medical attention.
Support Research & Families. Groups such as the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) provide education, patient services, and research funding pathways.
Wear Purple. Simple acts—like a ribbon on your jacket or a purple porch light—spark conversations that can save time, and time matters.
Our Service, Your Community
Reliable service underpins everything we do:
On-Time Collection & Safety First. Our crews are trained to operate safely in neighborhoods, job sites, and high-traffic corridors—rain, shine, or early sunsets.
Recycling That Works. Proper sorting keeps materials out of the landfill and in the supply chain. When in doubt, check your local guidelines or ask our team.
Event & Seasonal Support. From fall clean-ups to year-end roll-offs, we help businesses and communities stay clean, compliant, and on schedule.
Behind the routes are people—drivers, techs, dispatchers, and customer support—who care about the same things you do. That’s why our awareness work is woven into the way we operate, not just into a single annual post.
The Role Behind The Title
Every awareness truck represents more than a wrap—it reflects stories inside our team and customer base. Many of us have a personal connection to diabetes or cancer. Sharing those stories (when folks are ready) reminds us why we show up early, check our equipment twice, and wave to kids who run to the window when the purple truck rumbles down the block.
A Changed Perspective
When an everyday collection vehicle carries a message about health and hope, it changes what people notice on their street. The recycling cart gets sorted a little better. A neighbor drops off a donation. Someone schedules a long-overdue checkup. Awareness is strongest when it’s visible, local, and repeated with care—that’s the role our fleet plays.
Where To Learn More
Diabetes Support & Education: American Diabetes Association (tools for risk assessment, nutrition guidance, and support communities).
Pancreatic Cancer Resources: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (patient services, caregiver guides, research updates).
Local Help: Your primary care provider or community health center can connect you with screening and management resources.
Looking Ahead
We’ll continue highlighting Diabetes and Pancreatic Cancer Awareness throughout November while keeping collections on schedule and customers informed. If your school, business, or neighborhood association would like a short awareness feature or a truck appearance for a photo op, let us know—our “mobile billboards” are built to spark good conversations.
At kmG Hauling, we haul with purpose—because clean streets and healthy communities go hand in hand.