Speedway Children’s Charities Opportunities During 2026 Pennzoil 400 Weekend

 

• A 50/50 raffle runs throughout the NASCAR weekend, where half of the total jackpot will be awarded to a winner and the other half will fund local children's charitable programs.
• The Vegas LargeCar Invitational features custom semi-trucks on display in the Fan Zone with free admission; attendees can enjoy photo opportunities and participate in raffles and merchandise sales supporting SCC.
• The SCC Live Auction takes place Sunday morning at the Draft Bar, allowing fans to bid on exclusive racing memorabilia and experiences while enjoying refreshments and a Q&A session with NASCAR drivers.

During the Pennzoil 400 Presented by Jiffy Lube weekend, March 13–15, the Las Vegas Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities invites fans, local businesses, and partners to get involved while supporting children and families in need throughout Southern Nevada. SCC offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities and fan-focused activities that allow participants to give back while enjoying the excitement of NASCAR at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

 

50/50 Raffle Friday
March 13 – Sunday, March 15

 

SCC volunteers will be selling tickets for the popular 50/50 Raffle throughout NASCAR Weekend. Fifty percent of the total jackpot will go to one lucky winner, while the remaining 50 percent will directly benefit local children with medical, social, financial and educational needs.

 

Fans can purchase tickets at the SCC pop-up tent located before the main gate, at pink kiosks and at various locations around the speedway. Look for volunteers in bright pink shirts and aprons, and for added convenience, fans can also enter by scanning the official raffle QR code.

 

The grand prize winner will be announced on Sunday, March 15, following the Pennzoil 400. Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize.

 

Vegas LargeCar Invitational Friday
March 13 – Sunday, March 15
Fan Zone at LVMS

 

Custom semi-trucks from across the country will be on display in the Fan Zone during the Pennzoil 400 weekend. Admission is free for fans, who can take photos, enjoy the trucks, and participate in multiple raffle opportunities, all supporting SCC programs that provide critical services for children, including shelter, food, clothing, medical and dental care, and trauma support.

 

In addition to admiring the trucks, attendees can participate in raffles and purchase event T-shirts, with proceeds benefiting SCC. The Invitational will be headquartered at the Nostalgia Street Rods show trailer in the Fan Zone, creating a vibrant hub of activity throughout the weekend.

 

SCC Live Auction Sunday
March 15 9:00 – 10:00 A.M.
Draft Bar at LVMS

 

Race day kicks off with the SCC Live Auction inside the Draft Bar at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Fans can bid on unique racing memorabilia and once-in-a-lifetime experiences while enjoying coffee and pastries in an intimate setting.

 

The event will feature a live Q&A session with NASCAR drivers Chase Briscoe and Ricky Stenhouse Jr., led by NASCAR pit reporter Jamie Little.

 

Admission is $20 per adult, and that fee will be credited toward any auction purchases. Guests can access the Draft Bar via Elevator One at Tower One on the Speedway concourse. Proceeds from the Live Auction directly benefit children in need across the region.

 

5 DAYS! Get your tickets to SCC's Live Auction in the Draft Bar @LVMotorSpeedway.https://t.co/kjickNE7oM

SCC, @JamieLittleTV, @chasebriscoe & @StenhouseJr will be waiting to see you! pic.twitter.com/jMypvLuein

— SCC Las Vegas (@scclasvegas) March 10, 2026

 

source: Las Vegas Motor Speedway Media

Phoenix Raceway Charities 50/50 Raffle

2026 NASCAR Spring Weekend 50/50 Raffle

 

Phoenix Raceway Charities’ mission is to accelerate the development of children in Arizona by supporting education, children and families of our military and military veterans, and life enrichment programs for children and families in our community. Phoenix Raceway Charities is a 501(c)(3) donor advised fund under The NASCAR Foundation. 

 

Their 50/50 raffle benefitting Phoenix Raceway Charities is now live! You can buy tickets online or once you're at the track next weekend!

 

Phoenix Raceway 50/50 Raffle

Finish 1st in Phoenix! You could win a cash prize.

 

Enter the 50/50 Raffle now for NASCAR Spring Weekend for your chance to win half the jackpot while supporting Phoenix Raceway Charities!

 

• 10 chances for $20 | 40 chances for $40 | 160 chances for $80
• 312 chances for $100 | 800 chances for $200
• $20 add-on Thursday 3/5 and Friday 3/6 to win merchandise and (2)Saturday Garage and Pit Passes (Winner of add-on will be drawn on Friday at 8:30 PM local time MST)

Draw Date: Monday, March 9, 2026 @ 10 AM (MST)

 

Must be physically present in Arizona at time of purchase. Proceeds benefit Phoenix Raceway Charities, a 501(c)(3) donor-advised fund under The NASCAR Foundation.

 

Get your tickets at Phoenix Raceway during race weekend or purchase NOW online. Don’t miss your chance to win big and make a difference!

 

Get your tickets early Click Here

 

LAST YEAR'S NUMBERS

25 March 

• Jackpot $71,815
• Prize $35,905

25 Champ  

• Jackpot $123,710
• Prize $61,855

 

source: NASCAR Media

The NASCAR Foundation 20th Anniversary Pin

Impact the lives of Children in Need today

 

The NASCAR Foundation is a national charity that impacts children’s lives through the Speediatrics Children’s Fund and the Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award. They are dedicated to enhancing the delivery of health and wellness programs and services to children in our racing communities.

 

The Foundation believes every child should have a chance at a healthy life and deserves to get across the finish line.

 

2026 marks the 20th anniversary of The NASCAR Foundation making a difference together with supporters like YOU.

 

 

Help The NASCAR Foundation make children's medical needs their top priority by making a donation today

 

Wear Your Pin with Pride!

Donate Here

 

 

source: NASCAR Foundation Media

Finalists Chosen for Inaugural FAT Racing Shootout

Contest created by Rob Smedley to offer a funded season in British Formula 4 to a driver from a humble background

 

The finalists have been selected for the inaugural shootout for a scheme created by former Formula 1 engineer Rob Smedley to offer a British F4 campaign to an underfunded driver.

 

Smedley first revealed the plans in 2023 which initially featured a series of karting competitions around the world where all of the participants race in arrive-and-drive electric karts in a bid to try to democratise motorsport and enable talented drivers from less privileged backgrounds the chance to shine.

 

These events formed part of the FAT Karting League, from which world finals were held to help select the drivers for the FAT Racing shootout.

 

Two finalists were automatically chosen from the world finals: American Shea Aldrich, who won the Junior Heavy class, and Briton Ellis McKenzie, who topped the Junior Light division.

 

They will be joined in the shootout by two wildcard drivers who also impressed during the world finals. Scotland-based South African Monde-Jnr Konini was a runner-up while American Jackson Wolny was third in the Junior Heavy final.

 

They will now all take part in a two-stage shootout to determine who receives the fully-funded seat on this year’s British F4 grid.

 

The first phase will take place at FAT Racing’s UK headquarters and will involve simulator, fitness and media skills assessments, before the finalists will then head to the Guadix circuit in Spain, where they will get behind the wheel of F4 machinery.

 

“This is a historic moment for us, but more importantly, it’s a statement of intent,” explained Smedley.

 

“This has taken years of relentless work, belief and refusal to accept the status quo.

 

“Today, we are crystallising a real pathway from the FAT Karting League into single-seater racing that is based on talent, performance and capability — not on who can afford to pay their way forward.

 

“For too long, motorsport has filtered out exceptional ability simply because of budget. That has to change.

 

“Talent deserves opportunity, not exclusion, and we’re proud to be building a system that finally puts ability first.”

 

Smedley’s FAT Karting League co-founder Ferdi Porsche added: “The shootout is the next step in our mission to create a truly meritocratic pipeline all the way to the top of the sport.

 

“By removing financial roadblocks and pairing that with the technical expertise of our engineers, we’re ensuring that anyone gets a shot at becoming the next world champion, regardless of their background.”

 

 

 

 

source: Autosport Media

Kyle Larson - #NASCAR Daddy Day Care

 

Wendy Venturini compliments Kyle Larson on his at track (Las Vegas Motor Speedway) childcare willingness and abilities. #NASCAR

Clint and Lorra Bowyer have two children - son, Cash and daughter, Presley Elizabeth.

Daddy day care 😂@KyleLarsonRacin doing a great job watching @ClintBowyer @LorraBowyer kids on the pre-race stage. @LVMotorSpeedway @PRNlive pic.twitter.com/pWc81biZWF

— Wendy Venturini (@WendyVenturini) March 16, 2025

 

source: X.com

NASCAR Kids Website – a Fun Safe Environment

Fun& Games; Drivers; Tracks & Races Kid’s Tix plus Kid’s Club

 

Do you have a youngster interested in NASCAR Racing; or perhaps a child you wish to introduce to this organized sport?

 

Well then, you must explore NASCAR Kids. NASCAR Kids is for kids who love racing games, learning about NASCAR drivers and want to keep up with the NASCAR Cup, NASCAR Xfinity, and NASCAR Camping Truck Series.

 

The website is designed to help kids learn all about the world of NASCAR through unique science, technology and innovation-inspired content. It is is the program’s free digital hub. The site features exclusive NASCAR videos, games and activities created especially for kids.

 

“NASCAR Race Mom loves that the site is a safe environment with zero social functionality. There is no way for members to contact, message or interact with each other, and no way to exchange information with other members in any way. Members can download activities for themselves and their friends, but all group activity is done offline and outside of nascarkids.com.”

 

NASCAR Kids believes that children learn best when they’re having fun—a principle at the heart of NASCAR Kids. Educational information paired with the fun of NASCAR can challenge your child to think, learn, and have fun all at the same time.

 

Check it out and please tell them NASCAR Race Mom sent you

 

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thanks for putting this on my feed @SportingRaymond pic.twitter.com/6LWtOBpYfs

— Briar LaPradd (@BriarLaPradd) June 28, 2023

 

source: NASCAR Kids Media