For nearly six decades, Dick Hitchcock has been a pillar of the Columbus logistics community—and a champion for the countless individuals and his own family's entrepreneurial endeavors. Today, it is our turn to give back and to financially support him as he faces existential financial hardship.

While we understand the nature of this endeavor will inevitably be public, we ask for your discretion not to broadcast this effort to Dick himself, who will be presented with the proceeds of this fundraiser at a later date.

Dick’s journey began after earning his Bachelor of Science in 1957 from The Ohio State University, and over the next 60 years, he built a career defined by innovation, mentorship, collaboration, and unwavering dedication to the logistics profession. His influence has shaped not only companies and industry practices, but also generations of students, young professionals, and logistics employees who benefited from his guidance and encouragement.

In 2025, Dick’s extraordinary impact was formally recognized when he was named the inaugural inductee into the Columbus Logistics Hall of Fame—an honor reserved for leaders who have elevated the profile of the supply chain industry through decades of service, leadership, and vision. Organizers praised Dick for his collaborative spirit, his role as a mentor, his commitment to customer service, and his innovative ideas that helped drive the industry forward.

Those who know him describe Dick as someone who didn’t just work in logistics—he personified logistics. He brought people together, strengthened networks, supported aspiring professionals, and helped shape Central Ohio into one of the nation’s most important logistics hubs. His legacy stretches far beyond his own achievements; it lives on in the people he mentored and the community he helped build.

As Dick's retirement has continued, his financial savings eroded and he is now in danger of significant financial hardship. It's no surprise that Dick has found himself here particularly due to his generosity in financially assisting friends and family around him over the last decade - always putting others before his own needs.

This fundraiser is a chance for all of us—friends, colleagues, former mentees, industry partners, and community members—to show our appreciation and to help support Dick with his day to day expenses.

If Dick has ever supported you, inspired you, taught you, or simply made you feel part of this remarkable logistics community, we invite you to join us in giving back.

Thank you for helping honor Dick, and in helping him remain independent for as long as possible.

All proceeds will be given directly to Dick for use in covering day-to-day expenses.