Meyer Shank Racing Partners with Folds of Honor to Host 500 Veterans at Thermal IndyCar Race
Meyer Shank Racing (MSR) has formed a partnership with Folds of Honor to welcome 500 veterans and first responders to The Thermal Club IndyCar Series race this weekend.
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Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization, provides educational scholarships to families of fallen or disabled US military service members and first responders. The invited guests will receive complete access to MSR's team operations at the Coachella Valley event.
Team co-owner Mike Shank emphasized his family's and co-owner Jim Meyer's deep commitment to supporting military and first responders, stating the partnership offers an opportunity to honor these heroes while sharing their passion for racing.
Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, Folds of Honor's founder and CEO, praised MSR's support and highlighted IndyCar's long-standing tradition of patriotism and honoring American heroes. He commended MSR's commitment to making a meaningful difference through education.
This initiative represents a significant effort to recognize and support military families and first responders while connecting them with professional motorsports.