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The NASCAR Foundation chairwoman emeritus and founder Betty
Jane France unveiled the new display and made the announcement
in the lobby of the International Motorsports Center, home to
offices for NASCAR, the International Speedway Corporation,
Daytona International Speedway and IMSA.
For the unveiling, she was joined by NASCAR Foundation chairman
and NASCAR vice chairman Mike Helton, NASCAR chairman and CEO
Brian France, NASCAR vice chairman Jim France, foundation vice
chairwoman and ISC CEO Lesa France Kennedy and Kennedy's son Ben
Kennedy, a driver in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.
The Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award -- the NASCAR
industry's most prestigious community service honor -- is
presented annually to a NASCAR fan who embodies France's
commitment to philanthropic causes and whose generosity and
compassion has positively impacted the lives of children.
"This permanent display befits the growing stature and impact of
our award," France said. "Since its inception, the award has
benefited nearly 200,000 children throughout the United States.
Today's unveiling also is an appropriate way to begin The NASCAR
Foundation's 10th year of existence.""
Nominations for the Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award can be
submitted online at www.NASCAR.com/award. Deadline for
submitting nominations is March 18.
The sixth annual award will be presented later this year with
the winner receiving a $100,000 donation to the charity they
represent. Three other national finalists will receive $25,000
for their respective charitable organizations.
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