Britten, Inc. a Proud Sponsor of Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Raises Nearly $10,000 for Chronically Ill Children - 07/01/2008
TRAVERSE CITY, MI, July 1, 2008 – Britten, Inc., a leading provider of large-scale, full-color banner solutions, is proud to announce that the company raised nearly $10,000 for the Kyle Petty Charity Ride for chronically ill children. Britten was a major sponsor of the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America, launched in Traverse City, MI, on July 13, 2008.
In addition to raising donations from its employees and their friends and families, Britten supported the event by producing and installing a complete environmental graphics package for the launch. This included a spectacular Britten EventTruss™ starting arch; a large-scale event banner and assorted vinyl signage; Britten’s exclusive FenceScrim™ signage; and RotoTop™ flags and BanneSaver™ light pole banners throughout Traverse City.
“We are proud to have supported this important initiative and to have raised money to help chronically ill children,” said Paul Britten, President and CEO, Britten. “Having been involved in NASCAR events over the years, it is an honor to work with the Petty family toward such a worthy cause. Their tireless work on behalf of the children is truly inspirational.”
The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America traveled more than 3,000 motorcycle miles from Traverse City to Savannah, Georgia. NASCAR driver and Charity Ride founder Kyle Petty led a field of more than 250 riders as they wound their way from the Midwest to the Deep South in an effort to raise awareness and funds for the Victory Junction Gang Camp and other charities that support chronically ill children. Riders departed from Traverse City on July 13, making overnight along the way before reaching Savannah on July 19.
Since the Charity Ride’s inception in 1995, 5,700 participants have logged more than 7.2 million cumulative motorcycle miles and more than $10.5 million has been raised. Petty and his wife, Pattie, founded the Victory Junction Gang Camp in Randleman, North Carolina, in 2004. The year-round camp serves children ages seven to 15 who have a variety of health issues that would typically prevent them from attending camp. The camp operates solely on the donations of corporations, organizations and individuals. The Pettys recently announced the opening of a second Victory Junction Gang Camp in Wyandotte County, Kansas.
About Britten
The leading provider of high-quality, large-format, full-color banner solutions, Britten has been a trusted partner of some of the world’s best-known and most discerning companies, helping them gain international brand visibility and credibility for more than 20 years. At its 125,000-square-foot facility in Traverse City, Michigan, more than 170 experienced professionals continue to drive the cutting edge in banner design, production and installation. Its unrivaled capabilities, culture of innovation and unmatched commitment to customer satisfaction put Britten at the forefront of our industry and make it the smart choice of business of all sizes. To learn more, visit www.brittenbanners.com or call 1-800-426-9496.
About The Kyle Petty Charity Ride
Led by NASCAR driver Kyle Petty, the Chick-fil-A Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America raises awareness of – and funds for – the Victory Junction Gang Camp and other charities supporting chronically ill children. The Charity Ride is one of the most successful and popular charity events in NASCAR. Now in its 14th year, the Charity Ride has donated more than $10.5 million to children’s charities, with 5,700 participants logging more than 7.2 million cumulative motorcycle miles. In 2008, NASCAR celebrities ride sponsors and motorcycle enthusiasts will travel from Traverse City, MI to Savannah, GA from July 13-20. www.kylepettycharityride.com
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