Help Gabe Fund Racing School

UPDATE:

Hello, faithful supporters!

Words alone can't express my appreciation and gratitude toward you, for believing in me, and generously donating to my future. Your contributions have allowed me to purchase a kart, travel, compete and gain experiences in racing series that I otherwise wouldn't have had the privilege to.

Since your initial donations in 2021, a lot has happened, including 29 podium finishes! Thanks to you all! I've also been recognized by the Michigan Auto Fan Racing Club which honors all Champions in Michigan, for two consecutive years. Next year, I will be in attendance as well for my 2022/23 accomplishments.

Motor City Kids Racing League is where I got my start. I've continued to compete in the Pro Division Series and finished 3rd for points, two times.

Last Spring a new adventure arose in Lansing, Michigan. I competed and finished 4th place in the Lo206 Junior Division Series at the East Lansing Kart Track, my rookie season. Finishing the final race of the season on the podium!

In addition to racing in Michigan, I have been blessed to compete with a team in endurance races in Charlotte, Chicago and Atlanta. Placing 3rd at the 6-Hour Atlanta race, the only all-kid team competing against adults.

Finally, I'd like to share my greatest accomplishment to date. I began participating in the Nexgeneracers Youth Motorsports program in 2021. Since, I've completed all NXG Youth classes at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Through NXG, I gained a wealth of on-track proficiency and life skills. The classes have made me a better driver and increased my kart knowledge. It was my dream to be invited to compete in the NXG Grand Prix Championship Series. I'm happy to announce that I am officially a 2023 competitor! This competition consists of 12 trips, plus lodging, to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Purdue University and an entry fee.

Again, I am grateful for your support. If you feel led to do so, please consider donating to my 2023 racing endeavors. My future will be blessed because of your generosity.

Thank you,

G. Jones.

Original Fundraiser:

I developed a love and interest for cars and racing at an early age. I have always been fascinated by the science that goes into creating vehicles that can operate at high speeds and the skills needed to operate them.

My 2020 plan to start racing was canceled due to the pandemic. Fortunately, this year I began racing go-karts in a competitive league and won 1st place in the rookie junior division. I have advanced to racing in the pro kart division and bypassed what would typically take 2 seasons of finishing on the podium.

My goal is to become a professional Formula One, IndyCar, Nascar, or GT driver. Purchasing my own kart will allow me to gain experience and compete in more races on different tracks. Recently, I was invited to join a team in an endurance race in Charlotte, NC at the Charlotte Motor Speedway on July 10, 2021.

Due to the initial financial investment, opportunities for minorities in motorsports are few to non-existent. I hope to make a difference and let other youth, who look like me, know that a career in motorsports is possible. This is where your support comes in. I am raising money to travel to Charlotte with my team and for the purchase of my kart and supplies.

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. Your donation would be greatly appreciated.