May 13, 2008 7:22 PM
DARRELL RUSSELL TRIBUTE HELMET AND FIRESUIT RAISE OVER $3200
CYPRESS, Texas (May 13, 2008)
The Darrell Russell Tribute helmet and firesuit worn by Top Fuel driver Alan Bradshaw during the recent O’Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals in St. Louis raised over $3200 for Racers for Christ. The custom Impact Racing firesuit sold for $1101.99 while the Impact Racing helmet netted $2126.99. Because both items were generously donated by Impact Racing, along with the custom helmet paint job donated by Brandon Mendoza, the total amount raised will go to RFC.
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May 2, 2008 6:16 AM
Third KINI FULLGAS Day celebrates motor sports in style
Heinz Kinigadner again expressed his passion for the entire spectrum of motor sports when he hosted the third annual KINI FULLGAS DAY when the tiny town of Uderns in the Austrian Zillertal was transformed into a veritable Mecca for motor sports aficionado
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May 1, 2008 6:16 AM
Coughlin Family honored for five years of fighting cancer
DELAWARE, OH. (April 30)
Troy Coughlin, Kathey Zets, John & Jeg Coughlin (Left to Right)
Ohio State University's Comprehensive Cancer Center -- Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute recognized the fifth anniversary of the JEGS Foundation "Racing for Cancer Research" program on April 29th by presenting a certificate of appreciation to the Coughlin family.
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April 17, 2008 9:31 PM
Tindle racing with his heart on his firesuit's sleeve in Atlanta
Former JEGS ProMod Challenge winner Tim Tindle will race for a very special cause when the tour reaches Atlanta Dragway April 24-27 for the 28th annual NHRA Southern Nationals. Tindle will banner the Alabama/Gulf Coast Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to raise awareness for a disease that has stricken his 7-year-old niece Haleigh McRae.
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March 12, 2008 7:29 AM
Tony Stewart Foundation To Sponsor Team In USAC Benevolent Fund Go-Kart Challenge
Jones, Hines Selected as Event Co-Captains
INDIANAPOLIS (March 12, 2008)
The Tony Stewart Foundation (TSF) will sponsor the Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) team in the 12th Annual “Fun at Fastimes” endurance go-kart race Saturday (March 15). All proceeds benefit the USAC Benevolent Foundation, which provides assistance to USAC drivers and families in need of emergency financial assistance.
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March 10, 2008 9:44 PM
3J’s Track Days Hosts Event to Benefit Needy Youth Groups, AFM Air Fence Fund in March
SONOMA, Calif. (March 10, 2008)
3J’s Motorcycle Track Days will host a fund-raiser on Monday, March 31, at Infineon Raceway, with proceeds benefiting both Speedway Children’s Charities and the AFM Air Fence Fund. The event will kick-off Two Wheel Thunder bike week in Sonoma.
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March 8, 2008 5:14 PM
Race Fans, NHRA Drivers Raise $14,000 at Sold-Out Charity Karting Event in Sonoma
SONOMA, Calif. (March 8, 2008)
(L-R): NHRA drivers Matt Guidera (front) and Rod Fuller (back).
PHOTO BY JOE JACOBSON
Forty lucky race fans not only got to mingle with top stars from the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series on Saturday, but they also supported a great cause at the sold-out 6th annual NHRA Tour de Charity at the Infineon Raceway Karting Center
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February 26, 2008 8:48 PM
Ohio Valley Region SCCA gives to The JEGS Foundation
DELAWARE, Ohio (Feb 26)
The Ohio Valley Region of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) presented a check for the fourth consecutive year. To date this group has given more than $13,000 and remains dedicated The JEGS Foundation and the efforts surrounding the "Racing for Cancer Research" program.
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February 5, 2008 9:36 PM
Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing Joins Forces with MX for Children
American Suzuki Donates 2008 RM-Z250 to Ignite Charity Fund Raising Efforts for the Upcoming Seattle Round of the Monster Energy Supercross Series
Seattle, WA. (February 5, 2008)
MX for Children, a not-for-profit organization, is pleased to announce American Suzuki’s participation in MX for Children’s 2008 fund raising activities. American Suzuki is donating a 2008 RM-Z250 to assist in MX for Children’s fund raising events at the Seattle round of the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, a FIM World Championship. MX for Children will be raffling off the donated RM-Z250 with all funds raised going to Seattle’s Children’s Hospital. Donations will fund uncompensated care at Children’s Hospital and research underway there for treating hydrocephalus - the #1 cause of brain surgery in children.
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February 1, 2008 10:39 PM
Harley-Davidson Daytona Women’s Day Ride Increases Count to 500
Largest Women’s Ride in Harley-Davidson History
MILWAUKEE (February 1, 2008)
On March 4, 2008, in Daytona, Fla., 500 Harley-Davidson women riders will join together in what the Motor Company believes will be the largest women’s ride in the Company’s 105-year history. Originally, the Harley-Davidson Women’s Day Ride, benefiting Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), was to be limited to 105 women; but after an incredible response from women riders asking to join the ride, Harley-Davidson decided to increase the size to accommodate 500 women.
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January 31, 2008 9:25 PM
Bench Race Winter Nationals raises funds for JEGS Foundation
DELAWARE, Ohio (Jan 31)
The fourth annual Mr. Aruba's Bench Race Winter Nationals in Ostrander, Ohio, raised $2,800 for the JEGS Foundation's Racing for Cancer Research program. Held by sportsman racer Mike "Mr. Aruba" DeChicco and Dr. Jane Graebner, the event contested a Gambler's Race, a "Pink's" style eliminator, and a 50/50 raffle drawing on Saturday, Jan. 26, at Ostrander International Raceway Park.
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January 29, 2008 8:30 PM
MX for Children Gears Up for the 2008 Racing Season
Charitable fundraising efforts now underway for the upcoming Monster Energy Supercross race benefiting Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children
Seattle, WA. (January 28, 2008)
MX for Children, a not-for-profit organization working cooperatively with the Monster Energy AMA Supercross , an FIM World Championship, kicks off the 2008 racing season with the Inside Line Experience (ILE) at the Toronto, Canada round of the Monster Energy Supercross March 27 - 29th, 2008.
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December 15, 2007 6:43 AM
GIVE BACK THIS HOLIDAY WITH HASSLE-FREE DONATIONS TO TOYS FOR TOTS:
MINI USA, RIDEMAKERZ AND TOYS FOR TOTS TEAM UP TO PROVIDE EASIEST WAY EVER TO DONATE A TOY CAR TO NEEDY CHILDREN
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You can now give this year's coolest new gift to children in need without ever leaving your home or office. MINI USA and RIDEMAKERZ® have partnered with Toys for Tots to provide the fastest and easiest way ever to spread holiday cheer. Simply visit www.RIDEMAKERZ.com/MINI through December 31 and choose from four different customizable MINI RIDEZ to donate to Toys for Tots. Prices range from $22.00 to $36.00. Each RIDE comes with a set of custom decals and accessories and will be shipped directly to Toys for Tots distribution centers nationwide. Shipping and handling charges are covered by MINI USA and RIDEMAKERZ.
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December 12, 2007 9:30 PM
Castle Lotus goes on-line to raise money for charity this Christmas
Stanstead based Castle Lotus is taking a new and innovative approach to supporting charity this Christmas by teaming up with internet shopping portal TheGivingMachine™ to sell Lotus cars online.
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WKA Partners With Kids Racing For Kids
Kids Racing for Kids and the World Karting Association have developed a partnership for the 2008 George Kugler/Bridgestone Manufacturer’s Cup Series driven by Mazda to help promote karting while giving back to children in need. A total of $20,000 will be donated to children’s shelters during the 2008 racing season thanks to Kids Racing for Kids.
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