CHARLOTTE, N.C., December 23, 2025 – Going into the holiday season, we are thrilled to announce a new partnership between Musco Lighting and the 30th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America (KPCRAA). The 30th Anniversary KPCRAA will take place May 1-9, 2026, leaving from Sonoma, CA and traveling to Charlotte, NC. This milestone Ride will travel 3,400 miles through 11 states in just nine days.
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VIRginia International Raceway’s Annual Charity Laps to Benefit Victory Junction Returns Nov. 21
Drivers Will Take on VIR’s Full Course to Support Victory Junction Children with Medical and Physical Needs – Limited Tickets Also Available for a 43-Minute Pit Stop with Richard Petty
RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Nov. 6, 2025) – VIRginia International Raceway (VIR) will host its annual Charity Laps to benefit Victory Junction on Friday, November 21, 2025, inviting car enthusiasts from across the Southeast to hit the track for a cause.
From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., participants can drive their own vehicles on VIR’s world-renowned 3.27-mile full course, following a pace car for 15-20 minutes of non-competitive track time. Each session is available for just $25, with all proceeds supporting Victory Junction. Tickets for the Charity Laps event are available for purchase on-site at the event.
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Announces 30th Anniversary Ride Start and End Locations and 2026 Dates
- The 30th Anniversary Ride will take place from May 1 – May 9, 2026, starting at Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, California, and ending at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 15, 2025 – The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America today officially announced the start and end locations, as well as the dates, for the 30th Anniversary Ride. For the milestone edition, the 30th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America will truly cross the United States, starting in Sonoma, California, on May 1, 2026, and concluding in Concord, North Carolina, on May 9, 2026.
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Raises $1.4 Million for Victory Junction
- Over 225 participants traveled 1,400 miles across seven states on a week-long journey to raise funds to send kids with chronic medical conditions to camp at Victory Junction
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 4, 2025 – The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America today announced it raised over $1.4 million after completing its 29th Anniversary Ride, which took place May 3 – 9, 2025. Funds raised directly benefit Victory Junction – a camp in Randleman, North Carolina servicing children with chronic medical illnesses. The Ride’s donation supports summer camperships, building projects and maintenance programs.
Ford Performance Announces “Driving 4 A Difference Presented By The Gene Haas Foundation” — A Four-Race Xfinity Series Charity Challenge
- “Driving 4 A Difference Presented by the Gene Haas Foundation offers Ford NASCAR drivers an opportunity to give back while they race
- Four-race in-season tournament pits Xfinity Series Ford Mustang Dark Horse drivers against one another for charity
- Drivers racing for $50,000 to be donated to the highest finisher’s charity of choice
- Program launches at Charlotte, includes Nashville, Mexico City and Pocono
CHARLOTTE, NC, May 22, 2025 — Ford Performance is proud to launch “Driving 4 a Difference presented by the Gene Haas Foundation,” a new in-season tournament within the NASCAR Xfinity Series that blends high-level competition with meaningful charitable impact. Five drivers of the Xfinity Series Ford Mustang Dark Horse will contend for a $50,000 purse to be split across the five charities of their own choosing.
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Moves East for 2025 Ride
225 participants will travel more than 1,400 miles on a week-long trek from Michigan to Virginia to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction
CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 2, 2025 – Former NASCAR driver and racing analyst Kyle Petty is revving up for the cause once again to lead the 29th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America – one of the most popular charity rides in the country. From May 3 – 9, 2025, Petty will lead 225 motorcycles on a 1,400-mile route in an effort to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction – a camp dedicated to providing life-changing camping experiences for children with serious and chronic medical conditions.
AO Racing Announces Partnership with Austin Hatcher Foundation as Official Charity for 2025 Season
DAYTONA, Fla. (December 22, 2025) – AO Racing is proud to announce its official partnership with the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer for the 2025 racing season. Through this exciting collaboration, AO Racing will be partnering with the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Diversionary Therapy hospital visits across the nation, merchandise fundraising efforts, and a special focus on Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month in September. (more…)
Carlos Checa Nolan Helmet Auctioned For Charity
- The replica helmet is #1 of 30 and has been created by Nolan
- The auction is live on MotoGPauthentics.com and includes a meet and greet with Carlos Checa
- Raising money to support the Community of Valencia through the Àngel Nieto Foundation (in collaboration with the Aspar Team)
[6th January 2025] – MotoGP™ Authentics – run by Memento Exclusives under licence of Dorna Sports – is hosting a special charity auction on its online platform which features a limited-edition helmet.
Racing Personalities To Sign Autographs at the 35th Annual Stocks-For-Tots Childrens Charity in Mooresville, NC
From the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame Facebook Page…
These Racing Personalities will be signing autographs at the 35th Annual Stocks-For-Tots Childrens Charity hosted by the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame on Tuesday, December 3rd at the Charles Mack Citizens Center on Main St in Mooresville from 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Raises $1.8 Million for Victory Junction
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 18, 2024 – The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America today announced it raised nearly $1.8 million after completing its 28th Anniversary Ride, which took place May 4 – 10, 2024. Funds raised directly benefit Victory Junction – a camp in Randleman, North Carolina servicing children with chronic medical illnesses. The Ride’s donation supports summer camperships, building projects and maintenance programs – including the building and maintenance of the brand new Kyle Petty Charity Ride Water Park. (more…)