Last chance to win Z21 NASCAR Ranger Boat

Benefiting Ryan Newman Foundation and Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation

Ranger Boats and NASCAR have teamed up with Nextel Cup Series driver Ryan Newman and Ward Burton to host an opportunity drawing with proceeds benefiting The Ryan Newman Foundation and the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation. August 22nd is the last day to buy a chance to win a Limited Series Z21 NASCAR Edition Ranger Boat and a NASCAR Package, including two tickets and VIP access to the Nextel Cup Series race, the Subway 500 on October 23rd at Martinsville Speedway. A fishing trip with Ryan Newman and/or Ward Burton will also be included as part of the weekend experience (schedules permitting). Only 270 tickets out of 3,000 have been sold to date.

Ryan Newman Credit: Autostock

Ryan Newman will have a special autograph session at Michigan International Speedway on Friday August 19th for people who purchase a ticket. According to Ryan, "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."

"I love my Ranger boat and some lucky person is going to win one." said Ward Burton, "We hope to not only raise funds for both Foundations but also raise awareness."

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. A Ranger boat will be on display at Michigan International Speedway from August 18th through the 21st.

Ward Burton Credit: Contributed photo

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.

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 will begin May 19, 2005 and ends on August 22, 2005. Winners need not be present. For more information on the raffle visit www.ryannewmanfoundation.org or www.wardburton.com.