Generous Donation Means a Camp Experience for a Hundred Deserving Children

Victory Junction is incredibly honored to be the recipient of a $250,000 donation left by the late Walker M. "Buddy" Atkinson. Buddy's legacy will fund an unforgettable and life-changing camp experience for 100 kids!

Kyle Petty smiles as he accepts a check for $250,000 for Victory Junction

Children shine at Victory Junction. Free from the confines of their disease, illness or disability, they discover that they can be a kid! How does this happen? Victory Junction has created a medically safe, yet exhilarating camp, that challenges children who have a serious medical condition to try things they never imagined possible. As they conquer activities like zip lining and archery, achieve things like riding a horse for the first time or experience bowling, fishing or swimming, children build confidence that will shape how they view the rest of their lives. That’s when they shine!

The magic happens on their lush 84 acres in the rolling hills of Randleman, North Carolina near Greensboro. Once children pass through their gates, the boundaries and limitations they live with on a daily basis disappear and they simply concentrate on having fun!

Victory Junction opened in 2004, to honor Adam Petty’s dream. Though just nineteen at the time of his death during practice crash in his NASCAR race car, Adam was so impressed by a visit to one of Paul Newman's Hole-in-the-Wall Gang camps for kids that he wanted get one going near the Petty family's home.

Our volunteers & summer staff have extraordinary memories. Are you ready to start having your own? Visit https://t.co/Lp9O3z3vJm to apply! pic.twitter.com/bWIq7EtXxN

— Victory Junction (@VictoryJunction) January 7, 2017

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Grateful to Be a Member of Adam’s Heroes

The Victory Junction camp experience is not just about playing games, it is about helping children learn more about their abilities and what they can do.

 I just had to take a moment away from my enjoyment of the #NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Talladega to write about a ‘non-profit’ near and dear to my heart.

Victory Junction was launched in 2004 by then NASCAR driver Kyle Petty*  and his wife, Pattie, in memory of their son Adam. Adam Petty was a hard charging, up-and-coming racer who was killed at the young age of nineteen, during a practice run at New Hampshire International Speedway in 2000.

The camp was found in memory of Adam and his special connection for children struggling with illness. They believe that every child, no matter their illness or diagnosis, should enjoy normal childhood experiences.

Victory Junction is where children, whose lives are filled with limitations and boundaries, face fun challenges and discover just how resilient they are.

Anyway I digress. We believe in this mission so strongly; our monthly donations are set to auto pay. Today, I received a letter from the camp’s annual fund manager thanking me for my support. As a monthly donor, I was granted entry into a new special group entitled “Adam’s Heroes” – what an unexpected honor!

They requested I tell my friends about Victory Junction; hence, this post. It takes about $2,500 to provide one week of camp to a child. Trust me, it has been personally satisfying to be part of this wonderful endeavor.

If you have an extra few dollars, hard these tough times I know; however if you can please consider donating. Thanks to the generosity of donors, families never pay for their child to attend camp.

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Tell Them NASCAR Race Mom Sent You

"I see Adam in the smile of every child that comes through here - Kyle Petty"

*The Pettys are one of NASCAR’s most famous family. Adam’s great-grandfather Lee won the first Daytona 500 in 1959. Then came his son Richard, who won 200 races and seven Winston Cup championships during his career. Kyle followed his famous father and is still involved in the sport as a television analyst for NBC. In 1998, Adam made his professional debut. 

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Still Time to Purchase Your #KPCharityRide Merchandise (#NASCAR)

Reminder: #KPCharityRide merchandise is for sale! Call 704-714-4545 or email info@kylepettycharityride.com to order!

For more details, click here.

Below is an awesome article by Meg Smith of Time Warner Cable:

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Former NASCAR driver Kyle Petty is calling this year's charity ride the biggest and best ever.

The annual event raises money for Victory Junction, a camp that serves kids with chronic medical conditions and serious illnesses.

The Pettys have turned a deeply personal tragedy into a place where life is celebrated.

"There's not a day that goes by that you don't think of him, or a day that goes by that he doesn't cross my mind or make me laugh in a funny way,” Kyle Petty said. “There's never a time that I come to camp or I'm on a motorcycle, and I don't feel he's there with me."

When Petty's son, Adam, was killed in a NASCAR accident in 2000, he decided to open a camp to honor his son's memory.

“The idea for the camp came from a ride,” Petty said. “Adam and I were on a ride at Boggy Creek which is a sister camp to Victory Junction in Florida. Out of the blue, he's like 'why don't we build a camp in NC?'"

That's when Victory Junction was born.

"Our mission here is to serve kids with medical conditions ages 6-16,” said camp CEO Chad Coltrane. “What we want to do is provide those kids with a life-changing summer camp experience."

Kyle's annual charity ride has become the largest continuous donor to camp.

"So many people that go on the ride volunteer at camp, and we see a lot of campers along the way in every city we stop in,” Petty said.

"We've seen 23,000 kids that normally wouldn't get to go to any camp because of their afflictions,” said Richard Petty.

Supporters helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for the camp during this year's ride.

"Somewhere between $800,000 and $1,000,000 total,” Kyle Petty said.

When kids come to camp, their disabilities are left at the door, and they're able to do everything normal kids do at camp in a medically safe environment. It's all free for every single camper, thanks to fundraisers like the charity ride.

"From our standpoint, we see Adam every time we see a happy kid, and it makes us feel good, too,” Richard Petty said.

"When you see these kids leave with a smile on their face, that's a little bit of Adam smiling with each one of them,” Kyle Petty said.

This year marked the 22nd annual charity ride.

Plans are already in the works for next year's event. 

Source:  Time Warner Cable News

Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Last Day Update #kpcharityride #nascar

The week went by too quickly.

The Town of Iowa, LA officially declared May 6, 2016 to be
"Kyle Petty Charity Ride" Day! #kpcharityride — at Love's Truck Stop.

Lake Charles, LA, we're headed your way! #kpcharityride

Day 7 last circle up on the #kpcharityride (@chadcoltrane)

Our Charity Rider Derrell Smith had a fan club ready to meet him
in Beaumont yesterday  afternoon! #kpcharityride

Now those are doughnuts fit for The King. Thanks, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Today is the Charity Riders' last day as they ride from Beaumont, Texas to Biloxi, Mississippi.  You still have time to participate and help.

Please go to http://www.kylepettycharityride.com to learn more about this wonderful cause. Also if you are near Biloxi, be sure to stop by tonight to thank these charitable motorcycle jockeys for all they do, year after year.

Lastly, if you would like to make a donation - click here

Photos and Video from @KPCharityRide twitter account



Video Summary from Yesterday's #kpcharityride

Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America UpdateDay 4 #kpcharityride #nascar

With a free day in San Antonio, visiting The Alamo is a must! #kpcharityride

Spotted some Charity Riders enjoying the San Antonio and
taking in the downtown sights. #kpcharityride

Couldn't miss a photo op with the world's largest boots here in
San Antonio...these are 40ft tall! #kpcharityride

Awesome scenic shot captured with our @Dodge
pace car leading the way! #kpcharityride

Today, we are enjoying a free day in #SanAntonio...
any suggestions for what we should do? #kpcharityride

Today the Charity Riders enjoys a free day in San Antonio, Texas.

Please go to http://www.kylepettycharityride.com to learn more about this wonderful cause. Also if you are near San Antonio, be sure to stop by tonight to thank these charitable motorcycle jockeys for all they do, year after year.

Lastly, if you would like to make a donation - click here

Photos from @KPCharityRide twitter account

Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Update Day 3 #kpcharityride #nascar

Ended today's ride in Lajitas, where we were greeted by none other
than Mayor Clay Henry (a goat)! #kpcharityride

The views from the Day 3 overnight stop in Lajitas...definitely
recommend a visit to @vivalajitas! @KPCharityRide

Enjoying a special dinner tonight in Lajitas!

Think it's safe to say the kids @ Presidio Elementary sure did love
seeing the @CocaColaRacing bike ride through!

Beautiful afternoon ride through Big Bend State Park! #kpcharityride

Today the Charity Riders will travel to San Antonio, Texas. Please go to http://www.kylepettycharityride.com to learn more about this wonderful cause. Also if you are near San Antonio, be sure to stop by tonight to thank these charitable motorcycle jockeys for all they do, year after year.

Lastly, if you would like to make a donation - click here

Photos and Video from @KPCharityRide twitter account

So special having @kylepetty's sisters with us this year and hearing why they love @victoryjunction! #kpcharityride pic.twitter.com/Ut429McEmW

— KylePettyCharityRide (@KPCharityRide) May 2, 2016

Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Update #kpcharityride #nascar

Nothing like Family

Led by former NASCAR driver & racing analyst Kyle Petty, the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America raises funds & awareness for Victory Junction.

The riders started out their 2,150-mile motorcycle trip on April 30th from Palm Springs, California. On their way to Phoenix, Arizona, they braved some wet weather.

Today Kyle Petty tweeted ‘Love having my family out here on the road with me!’ and posted the photo below:

Kyle flanked by his sisters, Sharon Petty Farlow, Lisa Petty Luck,
and Rebecca Petty Moffit and their father Richard Petty (the King).

Tomorrow the family heads to El Paso, Texas. Please go to http://www.kylepettycharityride.com to learn more about this wonderful cause. Also if you are near Phoenix, Arizona, be sure to stop by tonight to thank these charitable motorcycle jockeys for all they do, year after year.

Lastly, if you would like to make a donation - click here

Dance lessons 101 with Herschel and @rickallentv #kpcharityride

A video posted by Kyle Petty Charity Ride (@kpcharityride) on May 1, 2016 at 12:57pm PDT

Dance lessons 101 with Herschel Walker and Allen West

 

 

 

Support the #KPCharityride and Grab an Autograph at the same time.

The ‘Kyle Petty Charity Ride across America’ is one of the most successful and popular charity rides in the country. They are into their twenty-second year. This morning, the #kpcharityride staff maneuvered the approximately two hundred participants, including celebrities and support staff, who witnessed the fact that this was not the ride’s first such endeavor, with the precision of a military invasion. You must remember that everyone needs to be fed, breakfast, lunch and dinner; all the luggage must be transported; the motorcycles need to gassed and trip ready. . . .  and so much more.

The 2,150-mile motorcycle trip to raise money for Victory Junction – a camp for children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses, left the Riviera Palm Springs parking lot at 9:00 a.m. sharp. At each of their scheduled stops, fans will be able to cheer on the riders. They will also have a chance to meet the stars involved including NASCAR Hall of Famer and Champion; Hershel McGriff, 2016 NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee; Harry Gant and Donnie Allison of NASCAR racing fame; Herschel Walker, former NFL great; retired Lt. Col. Allen West; and Rick Allen NBC NASCAR personality.

“What is new for the Victory Junction Camp,” Kyle Petty enthusiastically reported, “is that we are adding more weekends with more kids. When the economy got kind of rough, we had to cut back to about eight to ten weeks. We working on adding a couple of more weeks of summer camp.”

Kyle went on to explain that when they had to shorten the Camp’s season, they were only able to accommodate the sickest kids. It is his wish that the camp be opened up to all the kids who need to come. Petty is hopeful to include six to seven hundred more kids this year!

This #kpcharityride has been a huge success already. There are over twenty-five new riders this year. There is limit of hundred and twenty bikes and the spots went quickly. The charity ride also welcomed Nature’s Bakery as a new sponsor. Nature’s Bakery products include a variety of flavors of stone ground whole wheat fig bars, gluten free fig bars made with a blend of ancient grains, and dairy-free double chocolate brownies made with whole grains and blended with dates.

“Nature’s Bakery, who sponsors Danica Patrick,” Kyle Petty reported, “has given us ten million fig bars and apple fig and strawberry and lemon fig - - - and they are great.”

Please go to http://www.kylepettycharityride.com to learn more about this wonderful cause. Also if you are near Phoenix, Arizona, be sure to stop by tonight to thank these charitable motorcycle jockeys for all they do, year after year. 

Lastly, if you would like to make a donation - click here 

Lots of riders come back year after year.

This is what it is all about. Two brothers who have benefited from the
Victory Junction Camp. Each camper receives a teddy bear and
homemade afghan to take home with them.

Support staff hard at work to ensure all the rider’s luggage will be transported safely.

Lot of really cool motorcycles to look at.

Riders paying close attention to Kyle Petty as he leads the morning meeting.

Palm Springs Mayor, Robert Moon,
Pronounces April 30 Kyle Petty Charity Ride Day.

Kenny with his father, Donnie Allison.

NRM & Hershel McGriff.

Kyle Petty doing his thing.

Herschel Walker getting ready to roll.

Rick Allen smiles for a selfie.

To order these awesome event gear, please call the Charity Ride
offices at 704-714-4545 or email info@kylepettycharityride.com

You can keep up with the
#KPCharityRide on Social Media

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Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Just A Few Days Away. (#nascar #KPCharityRide)

22nd Anniversary Route Commences in Palm Spring on 04/30

Two hundred riders are getting ready to hit the road on annual cross-country trek from the Palm Desert to the Gulf Coast to raise funds and send deserving kids to Victory Junction

The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America, one of the most successful and popular charity rides in the country. The gang is revving up for its 22nd anniversary motorcycle trek, taking place from April 30 to May 6, 2016.

Former NASCAR driver and NBC Sports racing analyst Kyle Petty will lead the diverse pack bikers on a 2,150-mile route, traveling from Palm Springs to Biloxi, to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction – a camp dedicated to providing life-changing camping experiences for children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses.

“We ride every mile, from the Palm Desert to the Gulf Coast and all the incredible miles in between, first and foremost for the children at Victory Junction,” said Petty. “Each year, the Ride creates lasting memories and gives riders the chance to check items off their travel bucket lists. This year will include the Ride’s first visit to Big Bend National Park.”

Fans are encouraged to come support the cause and greet riders at one of the Ride’s seven overnight stops or daily pit stops. Spectators along the route may also purchase memorabilia or contribute to the Ride’s “Small Change. Big Impact.” program, which accepts donations at each stop.

22nd Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Schedule: (Information about scheduled pit stops can be found on the Ride’s Facebook page.)

• Day 1, Saturday, April 30 – Palm Springs, California to Phoenix, Arizona
• Day 2, Sunday, May 1 – Phoenix, Arizona to El Paso, Texas
• Day 3, Monday, May 2 – El Paso, Texas to Lajitas, Texas
• Day 4, Tuesday, May 3 – Lajitas, Texas to San Antonio, Texas
• Day 5, Wednesday, May 4 – San Antonio, Texas
• Day 6, Thursday, May 5 – San Antonio, Texas to Beaumont, Texas
• Day 7, Friday, May 6 – Beaumont, Texas to Biloxi, Mississippi

As a result of the Ride, more than 7,880 children have attended Victory Junction at no cost to their families. The camp has served as the Ride’s primary beneficiary since its establishment by Petty and his family in 2004 in honor of his late son, Adam.

This year’s Ride will feature several celebrity riders, including NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven time champion Richard Petty, 2017 NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee Hershel McGriff, NASCAR legends Harry Gant and Donnie Allison, former NFL great Herschel Walker, retired Lieutenant Colonel Allen West, and NBC Sports NASCAR personalities Rick Allen and Rutledge Wood.

“Cruising the open road with friends who become family is incredible, but helping to create life-changing opportunities for children is what makes the Ride truly one of the most popular motorcycle rides in the country,” said Kyle’s father Richard Petty.

The 2016 Ride is made possible by presenting sponsor Manheim, as well as Coca-Cola, FCA Fleet, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Racing Electronics, FLUIDYNE Racing Products, WinCraft Racing, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Petty Family Foundation, Headbands of Hope, Original Bike Spirits, and the Beef Jerky Outlet.

To keep up with Petty and the riders live, follow along on social media:

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/kpcharityride and www.facebook.com/kylepetty45
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/kpcharityride and www.instagram.com/kylepetty
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/kpcharityride and www.twitter.com/kylepetty
• For more information about the 22nd Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America or to make a donation, please visit www.kylepettycharityride.com.

About Victory Junction

Victory Junction is a year-round camping environment for children, ages six to 16, with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses. Co-founded by Kyle Petty and his family in honor of their son Adam, the camp is located in Randleman, North Carolina. Victory Junction exists to provide life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, in a safe and medically-sound environment, always free of charge. 

As a not-for-profit organization, the camp operates solely through the support of generous individuals, foundations, organizations and corporations to provide this experience at no charge to children and their families. Since the camp’s inception, more than 23,300 children and families have received not only a circle of support but experiences thought to only be possible by healthy children. Victory Junction is a member of the SeriousFun Children’s Network of Camps founded by Paul Newman, and is accredited by the rigorous guidelines of the American Camping Association. To learn more, please visit www.victoryjunction.org.

NASCAR Race Mom is looking forward to covering the rides send of in Palm Springs. Below is a little gem from the 2015 ride.

Kyle Petty Charity Ride Update and Giveaway (#nascar #KPCharityRide)

Cross-Country Motorcycle Journey Enters Its 22nd Year

Twenty two years ago, NASCAR driver Kyle Petty combined his passion for helping others with his love of motorcycles to create the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America. One of the most successful and popular charity events in the country, the annual motorcycle trek engages celebrities, Ride sponsors, motorcycle enthusiasts, fans and local communities to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction.

The inspiration for the Ride came in 1994, when Petty and three friends rode their motorcycles from North Carolina to a NASCAR race at Phoenix International Raceway.

Friends joined the ride along the way, and by the time the group reached Phoenix, it had grown to 30 riders. The turnout inspired Petty, and he decided to nurture the event into something bigger; The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America was born.

Fans and spectators along the Charity Ride route can contribute to the Charity Ride’s “Small Change. Big Impact.” program, which accepts donations at local stops.

Over two hundred riders will hit the road on annual cross-country trek from the Palm Desert to the Gulf Coast to raise funds and send deserving kids to Victory Junction.

 

The 2016 Kyle Petty Charity Ride Schedule:

1. Saturday, April 30 – Palm Springs, California to Phoenix, Arizona
2. Sunday, May 1 – Phoenix, Arizona to El Paso, Texas
3. Monday, May 2 – El Paso, Texas to Lajitas, Texas
4. Tuesday, May 3 – Lajitas, Texas to San Antonio, Texas
5. Wednesday, May 4 – San Antonio, Texas
6. Thursday, May 5 – San Antonio, Texas to Beaumont, Texas
7. Friday, May 6 – Beaumont, Texas to Biloxi, Mississippi

Since its inception by the Petty family in 2004 in honor of Kyle’s late son Adam, Victory Junction has served as the Ride’s primary beneficiary. Located on 84 acres in Randleman, N.C., Victory Junction exists to enrich the lives of children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses by creating camping experiences that are memorable, fun, empowering, physically safe and medically sound.

This year, many celebrities plan to participate in all or part of the 22st Anniversary Ride, including:

• NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven time champion Richard Petty 
• 2017 NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee Hershel McGriff 
• NASCAR legends Handsome Harry Gant 
• NASCAR legends Donnie Allison 
• Former NFL great Herschel Walker 
• Retired Lieutenant Colonel Allen West 
• NBC Sports NASCAR personality Rick Allen 
• NBC Sports NASCAR personality Rutledge Wood

“When Kyle started this Ride 21 years ago, I don’t think any of us realized just how special it would become,” said Kyle’s father Richard Petty. “Riding across our beautiful country on two wheels with great friends and family is incredible, but knowing you’re doing it to help others makes it the ride of a lifetime.”

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Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Announces 22nd Anniversary Route

200 riders hit the road on annual cross-country trek from
the Palm Desert to the Gulf Coast to raise funds and
send deserving kids to Victory Junction 

The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America, one of the most successful and popular charity rides in the country, is revving up for its 22nd anniversary motorcycle trek, taking place from April 30 to May 6.

Former NASCAR driver and NBC Sports racing analyst Kyle Petty will lead 200 bikers on a 2,150-mile route, traveling from Palm Springs to Biloxi, to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction – a camp dedicated to providing life-changing camping experiences for children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses.

“We ride every mile, from the Palm Desert to the Gulf Coast and all the incredible miles in between, first and foremost for the children at Victory Junction,” said Petty. “Each year, the Ride creates lasting memories and gives riders the chance to check items off their travel bucket lists. This year will include the Ride’s first visit to Big Bend National Park.”

Fans are encouraged to come support the cause and greet riders at one of the Ride’s seven overnight stops or daily pit stops. Spectators along the route may also purchase memorabilia or contribute to the Ride’s “Small Change. Big Impact.” program, which accepts donations at each stop.

22nd Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Schedule:

(Information about scheduled pit stops can be found on the Ride’s Facebook page.)

1. Saturday, April 30 – Palm Springs, California to Phoenix, Arizona
2. Sunday, May 1 – Phoenix, Arizona to El Paso, Texas
3. Monday, May 2 – El Paso, Texas to Lajitas, Texas
4. Tuesday, May 3 – Lajitas, Texas to San Antonio, Texas
5. Wednesday, May 4 – San Antonio, Texas
6. Thursday, May 5 – San Antonio, Texas to Beaumont, Texas
7. Friday, May 6 – Beaumont, Texas to Biloxi, Mississippi

As a result of the Ride, more than 7,880 children have attended Victory Junction at no cost to their families. The camp has served as the Ride’s primary beneficiary since its establishment by Petty and his family in 2004 in honor of his late son, Adam.

This year’s Ride will feature several celebrity riders, including:

• NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven time champion Richard Petty 
• 2017 NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee Hershel McGriff 
• NASCAR legends Handsome Harry Gant 
• NASCAR legends Donnie Allison 

  

  NASCAR Race Mom & Rutledge

• Former NFL great Herschel Walker 
• Retired Lieutenant Colonel Allen West 
• NBC Sports NASCAR personality Rick Allen 
• NBC Sports NASCAR personality Rutledge Wood

“Cruising the open road with friends who become family is incredible, but helping to create life-changing opportunities for children is what makes the Ride truly one of the most popular motorcycle rides in the country,” said Kyle’s father Richard Petty.

The 2016 Ride is made possible by presenting sponsor:

• Manheim
• Coca-Cola
• FCA Fleet
• Harley-Davidson Motor Company
• Racing Electronics
• FLUIDYNE Racing Products
• WinCraft Racing
• Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
• Petty Family Foundation
• Headbands of Hope
• Original Bike Spirits
• the Beef Jerky Outlet
• ArticBlu
• Goody’s.

“Manheim is proud to sponsor the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America again this year. We can’t think of a better way to support the meaningful work Victory Junction is doing and the difference it is making in the lives of children with chronic illnesses,” said Janet Barnard, president, Manheim North America. “This year, we are especially excited to host stops at two of our operating locations—Manheim Phoenix and Manheim San Antonio. Our teams look forward to seeing all of the families along the route who come out to support the ride.”

To keep up with Petty and the riders live, follow along on social media:

• Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Facebook

• Kyle Petty Facebook

• Kyle Petty Charity Ride Twitter

• Kyle Petty Twitter

For more information about the 22nd Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America or to make a donation, please visit www.kylepettycharityride.com. 

About Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America

Led by former NASCAR driver and racing analyst Kyle Petty, the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is an annual cross-country motorcycle trek that raises funds and awareness for Victory Junction. The Ride is one of the most successful and popular charity events in the country. Now in its 22nd year, more than 7,750 riders have logged 11.4 million cumulative motorcycle miles and raised more than $16.5 million for Victory Junction and other children’s charities.

About Victory Junction

Victory Junction is a year-round camping environment for children, ages six to 16, with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses. Co-founded by Kyle Petty and his family in honor of their son Adam, the camp is located in Randleman, North Carolina. 

Victory Junction exists to provide life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, in a safe and medically-sound environment, always free of charge. As a not-for-profit organization, the camp operates solely through the support of generous individuals, foundations, organizations and corporations to provide this experience at no charge to children and their families. 

Since the camp’s inception, more than 23,300 children and families have received not only a circle of support but experiences thought to only be possible by healthy children. Victory Junction is a member of the SeriousFun Children’s Network of Camps founded by Paul Newman, and is accredited by the rigorous guidelines of the American Camping Association. To learn more, please visit www.victoryjunction.org.

About Manheim North America (www.manheim.com)

Manheim® is North America’s leading provider of vehicle remarketing services, connecting buyers and sellers of used vehicles to the largest wholesale used-vehicle marketplace. The company helps drive dealer and commercial client success by providing physical, digital and mobile auction channels, data analysis, dealer financing through NextGear Capital, Inc., transportation services through Ready Auto Transport and a host of other products and solutions. 

With 80 locations across North America, Manheim registers nearly seven million used vehicles annually and facilitates transactions representing nearly $50 billion in value. Headquartered in Atlanta, Manheim N.A. is owned by Cox Automotive™ which includes industry leaders such as Kelley Blue Book (KBB.com®), Autotrader® and Dealertrack®.