SCC-VA 2008

The Virginia Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities


Speedway Children's Charities, Virginia Chapter is proud to financially assist children's organizations who are making a difference in the lives of children in our area. You can be a part of our success.

	Total dollars given
	to help children since 2001:
	$ 137,000

	Total Charities
	assisted since 2001:
	17

Who Let the Dogs Out?

Members of Speedway Children’s Charities – Virginia Chapter (SCC-VA) played a very active role in honoring our nation’s military service members during the Lowe’s Motor Speedway Memorial Day Activities. The racing dog mascots, “Raffle” and “50/50” even joined in the weekend festivities.

AutoTrader.Com, a major sponsor and contributor to SCC hosted a luncheon for thousands of Fort Bragg troops and their families. Click here for complete story.

Coca-Cola 600 Action

The week of the Coca-Cola 600 was filled with action both on and off the track. On 21 May, Speedway Children's Charities - Charlotte Chapter, hosted its annual black-tie gala. Mr. Carl Edwards, SSC spokesperson was the guest of honor at the sold out event. The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers had back-to-back weekends at Lowe's Motor Speedway.

This year's Coca-Colo 600 was also the last race of Lowe's Motor Speedway, President, Mr. Humpy Wheeler. He retired after 31 years Speedway Motorsport, Inc. Good luck "Humpy." Click here to see additional photos.

SCC-VA Visits Pinewood Derby Competitors

During the Coca-Cola 600 weekend SCC-VA members, with "Raffle" and "50/50" in tow,visited area Cub and Boy Scouts as they participated in the Annual Pinewood Derby. Each competitor had to hand-craft their own respective derby entry. “Raffle’s” and “50/50’s” had fun high-fiving, hugging and taking pictures with their new found friends.

Needless to say, fun was had by all. The event was open to the public and held at Lowe's Motor Speedway. Click here to see complete story.

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Mobile Display Scheduled Appearances

The SCC-VA Mobile Display, 50/50" and "Raffle" the racing dog masots, will be making appearances at children's hospitals, community events, malls and race tracks throughout the 2008 race season. Click here to view their 2008 schedule of appearances.

"The Monsters Are Back"

Mark your calendar and make plans out to see the Monster Trucks at Hagerstown Speedway, Hagerstown MD, 18-20 Jul 08. SCC-VA members will be on-hand, along with "50/50" and "Raffle."

See you and the family at the show. Visit: www.hagerstownspeedway.com for specific details.