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March 3, 2003
3:22 PM EST (2022 GMT)
What is the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program?
Teresa Earnhardt created the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program in order to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of her late husband, Dale Earnhardt -- a seven-time NASCAR Winston Cup champion. The Legacy Program will consist of various high profile initiatives and events designed to further the memory of Dale Earnhardt and the many causes he held so close to his heart. Teresa Earnhardt created the Legacy Program for the many fans and admirers that looked up to Earnhardt as a role model, as well as a means to further showcase the humanitarian and philanthropic causes that he supported during his lifetime.
Why the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program?
In creating the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program, Teresa Earnhardt not only wanted to recapture and share her memories of Dale, but also to display a side of him many may not have witnessed. "So many knew and loved Dale," Teresa said, "but few were familiar with his off the track interests and passions -- such as his compassion, conviction and commitment to humanitarian causes." Those causes ranged from children's charities and education to wildlife preservation issues. Teresa Earnhardt is confident that this program is the right vehicle to perpetually connect Earnhardt's legion of fans with the memory of Earnhardt the man and the programs that he supported.
What makes up the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program?
There are four main components of the program:
The Dale Earnhardt Foundation, the cornerstone of the Legacy Program, will carry on Earnhardt's name and works through charitable causes he supported during his lifetime -- organizations and programs relating to education, children and/or wildlife.
Local and national events are under development to benefit the Foundation including a tribute concert scheduled for June 28, 2003 in Daytona Beach, Fla.
An official and comprehensive Web site, due to launch in early 2003, at www.daleearnhardtinc.com, will feature highlights of Earnhardt's career, information about the Foundation as well as info on Dale Earnhardt Incorporated.
Beginning with the 2003 NASCAR season, each DEI Winston Cup team will sport a new paint scheme on each of its cars. This paint scheme will include a new striping pattern featuring an "E" effect in honor of Dale Earnhardt.
How can fans participate in the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program?
Fans and admirers of Dale Earnhardt can participate in the Legacy Program in a variety of ways. Donating to the Foundation, attending Legacy events or simply utilizing the new Dale Earnhardt Inc. Web site are key methods in which individuals can participate in the program.
What specific charities will The Dale Earnhardt Foundation support?
It has been Teresa Earnhardt's goal from the beginning to identify organizations and programs that address areas that Earnhardt supported during his lifetime. She is in the process of finalizing the guidelines that will define the specific charities and programs eligible for funding from The Dale Earnhardt Foundation. Upcoming fundraising events and cause-related marketing efforts are also in the works. More information regarding the Foundation will be available in the coming weeks and months.
How will the Foundation be funded?
The Foundation will be funded through the generosity of individual donors and corporations as well as through the efforts of major fundraising events and cause-related marketing initiatives. In addition, The Dale Earnhardt Foundation will work in conjunction with the Foundation of the Carolinas -- where many individuals and corporations have already donated funds in Earnhardt's memory.
How can people donate to The Dale Earnhardt Foundation?
Donations to The Dale Earnhardt Foundation can be made by writing a check to The Dale Earnhardt Foundation or by MasterCard or VISA. To facilitate such donations please:
Visit www.daleearnhardtinc.com
Call (877) 334-DALE
Write to:
The Dale Earnhardt Foundation
1675 Coddle Creek Highway
Mooresville, NC 28115
What is the Dale Earnhardt Tribute Concert? Who is slated to play at the Concert? How can people get tickets?
Teresa Earnhardt will host a concert on June 28, 2003 featuring some of the biggest names in the music industry. All proceeds from the Tribute Concert will be donated to The Dale Earnhardt Foundation in support of its mission and causes. All details concerning the Tribute Concert will be announced in February at the Daytona 500 media day. At that time musicians, dates, prices and ticket information will be available.
What is the Dale Earnhardt Incorporated Web site?
Dale Earnhardt Incorporated has been developing a comprehensive Web site that represents the company Dale Earnhardt founded and led as well as all of the initiatives and programs related to the company -- such as the Dale Earnhardt Legacy Program.
Dale Earnhardt Inc. executives have been working for some time to develop a site that will provide the kind of information, including never before seen photographs, racing statistics and Foundation information, among other pertinent items, that will satisfy the fans of Earnhardt and DEI. The Legacy Section of daleearnhardtinc.com will feature biographical information and timelines pertaining to Earnhardt's life and career, a fan-interactive memory wall as well as detailed information on all Legacy events and initiatives. DEI officials feel it will be the perfect place for all Dale Earnhardt fans to migrate.
What is the thinking behind the new paint schemes and striping pattern?
As an additional tribute to Earnhardt, the motorsports program at Dale Earnhardt Incorporated has updated the paint schemes and striping patterns of its three NASCAR Winston Cup cars for the first time since the inception of the racing program in 1997. This paint scheme will sport a new striping pattern that creates an "E" effect on the sides of each car in honor of the man who founded and led Dale Earnhardt Inc.
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