NASCAR Day is coming to work

NASCAR Day is coming to work. Show your support for the sport by wearing whatever NASCAR gear is appropriate for your line of work, and by donating to a great cause.

August 20, 2004 marks the inaugural NASCAR Day. NASCAR Day is a one-day celebration of the NASCAR spirit. It's a chance for fans across the country to show their support for the sport they love and help worthwhile causes like the Victory Junction Gang Camp, the designated charity of NASCAR Day 2004.

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To get involved, simply donate $5 to the camp. You'll receive a commemorative lapel pin to wear on NASCAR Day. Your donation also entitles you to wear your favorite NASCAR apparel to work on August 20.

NASCAR is also seeking support from sponsors and other groups and companies involved with NASCAR. Click here to see a list of companies who are already involved.

Here are a few comments from prominent figures in the NASCAR community about the inaugural NASCAR Day:

"The passion of the people who follow NASCAR, and their willingness to help others, is a powerful asset. Celebrating NASCAR Day to raise money for The Victory Junction Gang Camp is a natural for our sport, and we encourage everyone in the NASCAR community to get behind this great initiative."

George Pyne, NASCAR Chief Operating Officer

"NASCAR fans have always shown a deep appreciation for the values and spirit that helped build the sport. NASCAR Day is a unique platform for the NASCAR community to display its trademark compassion for others to benefit special causes like the Victory Junction Gang Camp. We are committed to bringing together our resources from across the sport to help make a difference through programs like NASCAR Day."

Brian France, chairman and chief executive officer, NASCAR

"There are no other fans like NASCAR fans. Their dedication and enthusiasm for the sports is unrivaled. NASCAR Day is a great way to harness the energy of every single person, company and organization involved in the sport for a greater good. I'm looking forward to showing my NASCAR spirit on August 20."

Kyle Petty, driver of the #45 Georgia-Pacific Dodge

Proceeds from this year's NASCAR Day benefit the Victory Junction Gang Camp. The camp was established in North Carolina to provide fun and memorable camping experiences for chronic or terminally ill children.