Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Richmond Raceway’s Track Laps for Charity

Richmond Raceway’s Track Laps for Charity

Joins 2022 NASCAR Race Weeks

Richmond Raceway’s Track Laps for Charity

 

Richmond Raceway to host Track Laps for Charity as part of its 2022 NASCAR race weeks, which includes the Toyota Spring Race Week and first-ever summer race week. Track Laps for Charity offers fans the opportunity to drive their personal vehicles around America’s Premier Short Track for a donation of $20. All proceeds from each event will support the beneficiary charity and Richmond Raceway Cares.

 

 

“As we look ahead to NASCAR’s return, we will open the track for fans to take the first laps around America’s Premier Short Track to benefit a good cause,” said Dennis Bickmeier,  Richmond Raceway President. “Track Laps for Charity is one of our most popular community events that showcases the on-track experience to benefit worthy causes in our community.”

 

This is the third year of Track Laps for Charity events as Richmond Raceway continues to partner with organizations making a difference in our community. Richmond Raceway will host Track Laps for Charity events to benefit the Henrico Firefighter Foundation on Wednesday, March 30 and Special Olympics Virginia on Wednesday, Aug. 10. The events will be held under the lights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

 

“The Henrico Firefighter Foundation is delighted to once again be part of Track Laps for Charity at Richmond Raceway,” said Stokes Grymes, president of the Henrico Firefighter Foundation. “Start your engines for a fun family experience that benefits both our foundations and all Henrico residents.”

 


The Henrico Firefighter Foundation was established to aid and assist the Henrico County, Virginia Division of Fire firefighters, first responders, emergency response personnel, emergency medical services personnel, civilian staff, retirees and volunteers to accomplish the mission of the Division of Fire.

 

The Foundation assists citizens before, during and after a time of crisis, disaster or emergency incident, including immediate emergency relief, monetary support and education. This is accomplished by supporting all things necessary to accomplish the mission of the Division of Fire, including assistance with ceremonies and receptions for firefighter graduations, retirements, promotion and recognition programs. Additionally, the Foundation provides grants and scholarships for Division personnel to attend conferences, seminars, training, education events and other programs. For more information about the Henrico Firefighter Foundation, visit henricofirefighterfoundation.org.

 

“As we return our Special Olympics athletes to a safe and healthy playing field, we are proud to do so with Richmond Raceway on our team,” said Rick Jeffrey, president of Special Olympics Virginia. “Whether on the playing field or in the gym, Richmond Raceway is helping our athletes get healthier and fitter with a chance to get better and win, and we are so grateful to be on the same team.”

 

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Special Olympics provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. This gives them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympic athletes and the community. To learn more about Special Olympics Virginia, visit specialolympicsva.org.

 

To participate in Track Laps for Charity, fans must abide by the following rules and restrictions.

 

  • • All drivers must be 18 years of age or older with a valid state-issued driver’s license. 
  • • Driver and passengers must sign Track Laps for Charity waivers. 
  • • All participants must adhere to Virginia state laws regarding the usage of seat belts and child safety restraints. 
  • • Passenger vehicles only; motorcycles are not permitted. 
  • • Maximum speed is 55 miles per hour and regulated by Richmond personnel in the Official Toyota Camry Pace Car. 
  • • Drivers must stay up to speed and refrain from lagging behind in order to speed up. 
  • • Track Laps for Charity may be postponed or canceled due to inclement weather or safety conditions. If a cancellation is necessary, Richmond will make its best effort to contact guests in advance of their visit.

 

For more information on Richmond Track Laps for Charity, visit www.richmondraceway.com/events/tracklapsforcharity.

 

To learn more about Richmond Raceway Cares, go to www.richmondraceway.com/richmondracewaycares.

 

 

 

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