Money raised: The Atlanta Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities, a non-profit foundation dedicated to enhancing the lives of children, raised $35,875 during a gala reception held in conjunction with the recent MBNA America 500 Winston Cup weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway. “This was one of the best receptions we’re ever had,” commented M/Gen. Tom M. Sadler, USAF (Ret.) and executive director of the charities. “Drivers appreciated the short-duration of the event and the fact they didn’t have to leave the speedway property to attend. Each driver spoke in support of Speedway Children’s Charites.” Fox broadcaster Jeff Hammond served as the emcee along with local radio personality Cadillac Jack of Kicks 101.5. Approximately 200 guests were in attendance including NASCAR drivers Mark Martin, Jerry Nadeau, Mike Wallace, Jon Andretti, Buckshot Jones and Hut Stricklin. Former drivers Donnie Allison and Richard Petty were also in attendance along with legendary mechanic Waddell Wilson. In addition to a fabulous Friday night reception, the charities’ “Racing for Kids 2002” drawing sales were also excellent. During the three days of tickets sales, fans gave nearly $10,000 through $5 donations to be entered in the drawing to win either a 2002 Roush Stage 2 Mustang convertible or a 2001 Indian Motorcycle. Both prizes will be given away at the next Atlanta race in October. The next opportunity to enter the “Racing for Kids” drawing will be during the Bristol races beginning Wednesday night, March 20, in Knoxville, Tenn., during Food City Family Race Night at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum. The following day, SCC will be in Kingsport, Tenn., for the Food City Family Race Night at the MeadowView Conference Resort/Convention Center. SCC will then travel to Bristol Motor Speedway March 22 – 24 and will be located on souvenir row.(LMS PR)(3-15-2002) (3-14-2002)
