FedEx, Autism Speaks and Dover International
Speedway come together again for the May 31, 2015 “FedEx 400 benefiting
Autism Speaks” NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race
Autism Speaks Day at the Races program returns
DOVER, Del. – FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX),
Autism Speaks and Dover International Speedway (NYSE: DVD) are pleased
to announce their renewed collaboration for the “FedEx 400 benefiting
Autism Speaks” NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Sunday, May 31, 2015.
This marks the fifth year the three have worked together to raise
awareness for an important cause.
“We couldn’t be happier to have FedEx back on
board as title sponsor for our spring NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event,”
said Michael Tatoian, president and CEO of Dover International Speedway.
“Their involvement helps elevate the weekend to the next level, and
their support of Autism Speaks should not go unnoticed. They truly are
engaged in this effort and an exemplary corporate citizen.”
With its return as title sponsor of the “FedEx
400 benefiting Autism Speaks,” FedEx continues to maintain a strong
presence in NASCAR, including their primary sponsorship of the No. 11
FedEx Toyota Camry, driven by Denny Hamlin and fielded by Joe Gibbs
Racing.
FedEx, Autism Speaks and the Speedway are working
to finalize additional elements of the race weekend, but are pleased to
announce the return of the popular Autism Speaks Day at the Races
program. This special event returns for the fourth year and provides the
opportunity for those on the autism spectrum and their families to
attend a NASCAR race in a safe environment. The ticket package includes
pre-race appearances by NASCAR drivers and personalities; brief
presentations by educational speakers in the morning; food and drink;
seating in the air-conditioned grandstands at the Monster Mile, which
offers great views of the race along the backstretch of the track; and
much more.
A reserved area near their seats provides a quiet
zone, with muted lighting and sound, allows attendees to take a break
from the race and crowds when necessary. The room includes comfortable
seating, games, and video screens to help fans keep up with the races or
watch family friendly movies.
Tickets cost $88 for adults and $20 for children
ages 14 and under. Autism Speaks will receive a portion of the proceeds.
To purchase tickets to Autism Speaks Day at the Races, call
800-441-RACE or visit www.MonsterMileOffers.com/AutismSpeaks.
This marks the ninth straight year that Autism
Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization,
will partner with Dover International Speedway to help raise funds and
awareness for the cause throughout the weekend.
Autism Speaks will once again be represented by
drivers in all three national touring series, who will feature decals on
their cars throughout the weekend. This is something that has taken
place in previous race weekends at Dover, with 67 drivers participating
in 2014.
For tickets or more information, call
800-441-RACE or visit DoverSpeedway.com. You can also keep up with the
Monster Mile at Facebook.com/DoverInternationalSpeedway and at
@MonsterMile on both Twitter and Instagram.
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