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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Nicolas ‘Cole’ Denton is a young wheelman with a true love of racing and a natural talent to drive. He is also known around race tracks as ‘Cole Trickle’, along with his iconic Days of Thunder Mello Yello car. Cole started racing go-karts at 4 years old and couldn’t wait to move up to Bandoleros at 8 years old. At the age of 12, he had a dream season in 2022 winning 12 championships including the INEX National Bandolero Championship. Cole raced 62 races recording 40 wins and finished on the podium 59 times. Cole has had many successes and continues to develop as a driver. He has a reputation as a patient and clean driver. His love of all aspects of racing is evident on and off the track.
His outgoing personality shines at the track where he has sung the National Anthem, called races from the tower, spotted for a Sportsman Driver, and greets everyone with a smile. He has also participated in collecting donations supporting various charity organizations and he volunteered to work for local track beautification projects.
In his free time, Cole can be found iRacing, bike riding, bike racing, F1 sim racing, flying on his flight simulator, supporting friends at a track or attending local races or NASCAR races.
