Ryan Newman Credit: Contributed photo

Z21 NASCAR edition Ranger boat raffle begins

Benefiting Ryan Newman Foundation and Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation

Ranger Boats and NASCAR has teamed up with NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series drivers Ryan Newman and Ward Burton to host a raffle with proceeds benefiting The Ryan Newman Foundation and the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation.

The winner of the raffle will receive a Limited Series Z21 NASCAR Edition Ranger Boat equiped with a Yamaha VZ 250 HPDI outboard and a NASCAR Package, including two tickets to the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series race, the Subway 500 on October 23rd at Martinsville Speedway. A VIP tour and a fishing trip with Ryan Newman and/or Ward Burton will also be included as part of the weekend experience (schedules permitting).

"Being a fisherman, I've had a relationship with Ranger for years. So I think it's great to have the opportunity to partner with NASCAR, Ranger Boats and Ward Burton for this fundraiser. This special edition Z21 NASCAR Ranger boat is really cool. Some lucky winner is going to be very happy with it. I appreciate the NASCAR fans who will support the Ryan Newman Foundation and the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation by purchasing a chance to win the prize package. It's a fun way to support a good cause."

Ward Burton Credit: Contributed photo

"I am very excited that the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation is participating in the NASCAR Ranger Boat raffle with the Ryan Newman Foundation," said Ward Burton, "I love my Ranger boat and some lucky person is going to win one." "We hope to not only raise funds for both Foundations but also raise awareness. It's about giving back and making a difference to something we feel passionately about."

Raffle tickets are $100 each with a limited number of 3,000 available which will be on sale until August 22, 2005. Tickets purchased directly benefit The Ryan Newman Foundation and the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation.

Purchase your tickets today! Tickets are available online at either www.ryannewmanfoundation.org or www.wardburton.com or by mailing a check or money order to The Ryan Newman Foundation, Attn: Boat Raffle, P.O. Box 5998, Statesville, NC 28687. The raffle has begun and the final drawing to be held at 5 p.m. on August 22, 2005. Winners need not be present. For more information on the raffle visit www.ryannewmanfoundation.org or www.wardburton.com.

The Ryan Newman Foundation was established to provide philanthropic efforts that would enrich the lives of people and animals throughout the nation. The foundation focuses on three primary areas: animal welfare, conservation and preservation of wildlife, and college scholarships for auto racers. www.ryannewmanfoundation.org

The Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation's mission is to promote awareness of the need for wildlife conservation, habitat enhancement, and proper stewardship of our natural resources through protection and education. www.wardburton.com.