The North Wilkesboro Speedway chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities is revving its engines to host a variety of special fundraising events throughout NASCAR All-Star Race week, May 13-19.
These engaging activities will raise much-needed funds and spread awareness for Speedway Children’s Charities’ mission of improving the lives of children in this region of North Carolina.
“Our Speedway Children’s Charities chapter is proud to present this dynamic series of events during the prestigious NASCAR All-Star Race week,” said Jessica Fickenscher, executive director of the NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. “We invite everyone to join us in making a difference in the lives of children in our community. Your participation and support will have a lasting impact and help us create a brighter future for these wonderful children.”
The schedule of SCC events for NASCAR All-Star Race week includes:
Second Annual Window World Bootleggers Cup presented by IGA • Get your swing ready “Fore” the kids in the second annual Window World Bootleggers Cup Golf Tournament presented by IGA. This four-person team ($800 donation per foursome) captain’s choice scramble event with shotgun starts is being held on Monday, May 13 to officially kick-off race week at the beautiful Oakwoods Country Club in Wilkesboro, N.C. There will be two separate flights, the morning wave will tee off at 9 a.m. and the evening groups will start at 2 p.m. The course is located at 541 Clubhouse Rd., Wilkesboro, NC 28697.
50-50 Raffle presented by Central Logistics • Support a great cause while having the opportunity to win a life-changing sum of money in the SCC-North Wilkesboro 50-50 Raffle presented by Central Logistics. Last year’s jackpot was an SCC-record total of more than $152,000. Tickets go on sale Monday, May 13, and will be sold through May 19 at the conclusion of the NASCAR All-Star Race. The winning ticket will be drawn during the final stage of the All-Star Race. Participants can purchase their raffle tickets at the racetrack or online. The purchase options include 1 ticket for $10; 10 tickets for $20; 100 tickets for $40 and a new bonus buy of 400 tickets for $100. You do not have to be present to win. SCC-North Wilkesboro will receive 50% of the sales to aid in its mission to support local children in need and the other 50% will be awarded to one lucky winner.
Hot Laps presented by Sonic Automotive and EchoPark Automotive • Experience the adrenaline rush of taking a ride around the newly paved North Wilkesboro Speedway with a certified driver in the Hot Laps presented by Sonic Automotive and EchoPark Automotive on Sunday May 19, 9:30-10:15 a.m., just hours before the green flag drops for the prestigious NASCAR All-Star Race. NASCAR Cup Series star Ross Chastain will be among the certified drivers giving rides at this event. All proceeds from this event will assist area children in need. A minimum donation fee of $125 secures each participant three laps. Each participant must complete a waiver and release form prior to their lap.
All-Star Track Walk presented by GFL Environmental • Join Speedway Children’s Charities North Wilkesboro chapter in kicking off race day for the NASCAR All-Star Race by participating in the annual All-Star Track Walk presented by GFL Environmental. For a donation of $25 per person, you and your family and friends will get to walk on the newly repaved track surface that just hours later will host the prestigious NASCAR All-Star Race and soak in all the history this iconic short track has created. The All-Star Track Walk presented by GFL Environmental begins at 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 19.
North Wilkesboro Speedway Asphalt Jars • Speedway Children’s Charites North Wilkesboro chapter is offering a very limited number of moonshine jars filled with pieces of the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway track surface for at-track guests only. This iconic venue has hosted major NASCAR racing for more than 75 years and this is your opportunity to take home a piece of that history. Everyone who purchases a jar will receive a certificate of authenticity. The special jars are available for a donation of $60 to SCC-North Wilkesboro chapter.
(Please note that these events and experiences are subject to change based on scheduling and availability.)