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RAC Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at Annual Awards Banquet
Jon Blanchette, Kevin Davie (Foxwood Executive), and Scott Gregory present $25,000 check to Bruce Marshall (second from right) for the American Cancer Society Norm Marx photo
The Racing Against Cancer™ Team celebrated the 2007 season in grand-style on Saturday afternoon. The Foxwoods Resort Casino provided the setting for the 11th Annual Awards luncheon that honored the accomplishments of the charitable organization’s strongest supporters. Unlike traditional banquets, the luncheon recognized the competitors for their contributions off the racetrack. In total, nearly 20 individual competitors and racing organizations were feted for a fundraising season that saw $52,000 raised for the fight against cancer.
The Racing Against Cancer™ Program has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1997, when a grieving husband vowed to deliver on his wife’s last wish. The first year, the fundraising tally reached $10,000. Now, some 11 years later, over $585,000 has been raised for the American Cancer Society and other cancer related programs. Thanks to the vision of founder Jon Blanchette, the tireless efforts of President and Director of Operations Scott Gregory, the long-standing commitment of the Foxwoods Resort Casino, the determination of team members and the countless race fans that have supported the program, something good has come from Jodi Blanchette’s valiant fight. Thanks to you people, Jodi’s wish came true, said a gracious and fulfilled Blanchette as he addressed the 80 plus team members in attendance during his opening remarks.
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