NASCAR Day receives national support from Governors' offices

NASCAR Day is receiving national support in 2005, as 25 Governors' Offices from across the United States are expected to officially proclaim May 20 as NASCAR Day in their respective states.

NASCAR Day is the largest annual charity event of NASCAR. For a $5 donation, fans can purchase a NASCAR Day lapel pin and have the option of wearing their favorite NASCAR apparel to work on May 20. All proceeds go to the three NASCAR Day designated charities -- Speedway Children's Charities, Victory Junction Gang Camp, and Speediatrics. Fans may participate by visiting NASCAR.com and following the link to NASCAR Day. Pins are also available at all AutoZone stores nationwide and all SunTrust Bank branches in the southeast.

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The following Governors' Offices have pledged their state's support by proclaiming May 20 as NASCAR Day:

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia.

What some of the Governors are saying about NASCAR Day:

"NASCAR Day celebrates the best of the motor sports tradition by focusing on the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable fans. I commend the drivers, sponsors and fans that support this charity, which does so much to improve the lives of children."

"NASCAR Day is a wonderful way to bring state employees together in the NASCAR spirit, all while giving back to three exceptional charities. We are excited to set an example for other states to follow and hope individuals, businesses and organizations will join us all across the state of Kansas to make NASCAR Day a success."

"NASCAR Day furthers Texas' long tradition of reaching out to others and making a difference in the lives of others. This event helps raise funds for a number of children's charities, and with the generosity that has long been characteristic of Texans; NASCAR Day will enhance the lives of many children."