The Friends of Jaclyn Foundation's "Racing For A Cause" program plays a vital role in raising awareness around pediatric cancer which harnesses the dynamic energy of race cars spotlighting this critical issue.

When fans spot the FOJ logo on a racer's car or uniform, it sparks conversations regarding our mission and becomes a force-multiplier for children and families facing pediatric brain tumors and other devastating childhood cancers.  The FOJ adoption process symbolizes a lifelong commitment to bolstering and uplifting these resilient children and their families throughout their cancer journey. 

The significance of our efforts is underscored by challenges imposed by HIPAA laws; this makes acquiring names of potential FOJ adoptees nearly impossible. Over the years, we've witnessed teams eagerly awaiting children/adoptees, rather than children waiting to join a team.

However, your invaluable donations empower us to overcome these obstacles - this extends our reach nationwide with each lap on the track which serves as a beacon of hope for these children and their families suffering from 'the beast.'

"Racing for a Cause" transcends mere advocacy; it fosters meaningful connections through our diverse programs which include: "Adopt A Child," "Safe On The Sidelines," a program for those siblings fighting the battle alongside of their brothers / sisters, as well as "Guardian Angel," which enables support via text / email. 

Although many adoptions extend beyond racing to various sports teams - football, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, softball, and volleyball - the primary focus remains on the child's key interests.  Regardless of the sport or gender of the team, "Racing for a Cause," creates moments of joy, and a mental break, for both child and family alike, from the challenges, pain, and fear that they face daily.  Every donation, regardless of its size, plays a crucial role in sustaining FOJ's presence on the track.

Please join us in making a difference and Keep FOJ on the Car!

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Anthony Alfredo is a 24-year-old race driver from Connecticut who has emerged as one of the brightest prospects for future NASCAR Cup Series stardom. Anthony was selected to drive for Dale Earnhardt, Jr.’s JR Motorsports (JRM) team in the Late Model division of the ultra-competitive CARS Tour in 2017, and finished a close second in the championship to his much more experienced teammate, Josh Berry.

• Sheer Natural Driving Talent - Began winning races at age 6
• Impressive Personal Qualities - Personable, well-spoken, charismatic; Honors Student
• Solid Business Team - Backers include business magnates and motorsports marketing, experts

In his first season of Late Model Racing with Lee Faulk Racing in 2015, Anthony posted 15 top tens, 7 top fives, 3 top threes and a win in 16 starts. Alfredo was the 2016 Southeast Limited Late Model Series Pro Division Champion and scored one win at Greenville Pickens Speedway, 15 top-five and 23 top-10 finishes in 26 starts. 

2018:  Full time in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East, a proven training ground for NASCAR Cup Series drivers. Anthony visited victory lane at South Boston Speedway and ended the season with 9 top 10s and 5th overall in points.

2019:  Competed in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series in with DGR-Crosley for thirteen races where he had two top-ten finishes. 

2020:  Anthony drove for Richard Childress Racing (RCR) championship-winning NASCAR Xfinity Series program in 2020 piloting the #21 Chevrolet Camaro.  He ended the season with 3 top 5s and 10 top 10 finishes.

2021:  Full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series with Front Row Motorsports and finished the season as the runner-up for the Sunoco Rookie of the Year.

2022:  NASCAR Xfinity Series with Our Motorsports where he won his first Pole Award at Portland International Raceway and recorded 1 top 5, 4 top 10s, and 13 top 15 finishes.

2023:  NASCAR Xfinity Series with BJ McLeod Motorsports in the #78 Chevrolet Camaro. Anthony scored two top 10's, and eleven top 20s finishing 20th in championship points. 

2024:  Anthony will drive full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. 5 Chevrolet Camaro for OUR Motorsports, and part-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 62 Chevrolet Camaro for Beard Motorsports.