On Aug. 22, 2026, the inaugural Power for the Cause Truck and Tractor Pull will make its debut at Hillman MudFest in Hillman, Minn., bringing together competitors, families and supporters from across the region for a full day of horsepower, community and giving back.
The event is sponsored by Mudfest Hillman, Lano Equipment, Bandit Industries, Pine Hill Farms, Ziegler Cat, Lee's Refrigeration, Rudy Trucking, Ashwill Companies, Jim's Mille Lacs Disposal, Wruck Sewer, Portable Rentals and Route 26 Morrill.
Power for the Cause is held in partnership with Log A Load for Kids, a nonprofit organization that raises funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, helping provide life-saving care and equipment for children across the United States and Canada.
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More than a day of competition, Power for the Cause was created to unite the trucking, logging, agricultural and pulling communities around a shared commitment to supporting children and families through specialized pediatric care.
This year's event will feature ambassadors Ben and Kate, whose story embodies the purpose behind Power for the Cause. Their twins, born at just 23 weeks, received specialized care and support through Gillette Children's Minnesota. Now 11 years old and thriving, Ben and Kate continue to share their journey to raise awareness, inspire others and highlight the lasting impact organizations like Gillette Children's have on the lives of children.
Activities begin at noon with a family-friendly Touch-A-Truck event, running from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., where attendees can explore a variety of trucks and equipment up close. The afternoon also will feature food trucks, a beer garden and other activities leading up to the main truck and tractor pull beginning at 5:00 p.m.
With a full lineup of fun, Power for the Cause is expected to draw visitors from across Minnesota for a day that celebrates horsepower while making a meaningful difference for children and families.
