GAYLORD NATIONAL & CONVENTION CENTER
201 WATERFRONT STREET NATIONAL HARBOR, MARYLAND
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 11AM - 11PM EST
History of Racing Car Show
AFR National Unveil & 2013 Driver Announcements
Live Entertainment
National Anthem by Celebrity Guests
Military Drill & Ceremony
National Harbor Fireworks
VH Seated Benefit Dinner & Silent Auction
OPCP Presentation
Special Commentary
Moment of Silence for Veterans Day
Veteran Awards Ceremony
Gala
VIP Midnight Toast
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2013 11AM - 11PM EST
Veteran Career Fair
Veterans' Hope MICC Unveil & 2013 Schedule
Introduction to the National Resource Network
Workshops
National Freedom Festival
Special Commentary
Billboard Artists
Closing Ceremony
National Harbor Fireworks
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Event Details
Daytime public and media event featuring a display of racing cars through the ages - Armed Forces Racing "History of Racing" Car Show, Fueled By The Fallen Angel Series, unique performances by StringTheory Productions, a Rothschild Co.
Exhibit Hall E terrace will open to the National Harbor courtyard for Military Drill & Ceremony and US Army parachuters, Fireworks, National Anthem performed by special guests, many industry speakers.
Veterans’ Hope Benefit Dinner is intended for special ticket holders and will be secured by US Customs Service, selectively composed menu with patriotic accents by The White Rose, cake presentation by “The Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro, Veteran Awards Ceremony, Afghanistan OPCP special feature, StringTheory special unveiling performance, additional live entertainment with Industrial Rhythm of New York City, members of Congress & DoD attendees, ballroom Gala, VIP Midnight Toast.
Armed Forces Racing Sponsors & Supporters will be invited to the Veterans’ Hope Black Tie Dinner & Benefit.
Unveil of Armed Forces Racing Program, Sponsors, Drivers, 2013 Events and Race Schedules.
VIP attendees include political figures, race professionals, respected celebrities and industry leaders.
Silent auction will highlight items such as; “Sam Bass” commemorative memorabilia, short term personal operation of the Fueled by the Fallen Angel Series, AFR custom motorcycle, 2013 speedway vouchers and all-inclusive travel packages.
The auction proceeds will be distributed between three carefully selected organizations who meet and exceed mission criteria; Fueled By The Fallen, Operation Patriot Care Package, Hero’s Wish.
Sunday will be host to the Race To Hire career fair coordinated throughout the Gaylord Conference Center and National Harbor special event. Opportunities with US Customs & Border Protection, General Dynamics, Grainger, Home Depot, Toyota USA, Amazon, Guiness and several others.
Veterans' Hope has invited the National Resource Network, our Nation's registered group of Military and Veteran services and organizations, for onsite special programs, networking and operational workshops, followed by the unveil of the first Mobile Information Command Center and 2013 conference schedule.
National Harbor will present the annual National Freedom Festival, an impressive patriotic event, with various Billboard Artists, National vendors, exceptional promotions and raffles, and a second day showcase for local-entry Car Show.
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Ticket Sales
General admission tickets to History of Racing Car Show and National Freedom Festival are open to the public and available for purchase online on Ticketleap, or directly at Box Office.
Limited number of National Benefit & Gala packages are available.
All National Benefit packages include premium hotel accommodations at Gaylord National Hotel to include resort fees and taxes, preferred parking and/or valet services, and a portion applied to charitable tax deductions.
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Mission of Armed Forces Racing
Armed Forces Racing is a membership-based organization dedicated to supporting the United States military by providing an on-and-off track presence at motorsports events throughout the country. The goal through AFR is to unite all military branches with a “One Team, One Force” partnership within the motorsports industry.
Armed Forces Racing will provide physical, mental and moral support to our veterans and their families, while working to enhance the visibility of the military services and its corporate partners. AFR will provide a venue that all service members, past, present and future, will rally around to improve morale within the active duty ranks, and strengthen the bond between the active, retired and military veteran communities.
Armed Forces Racing has developed and deployed a unique team, involving a highly-visible motorsports platform and fan experience. AFR is preparing for racing in several circuits for the 2013 season to include teams in the NHRA, NASCAR, Lucas Oil Offroad, and AMA, and will be expanding its presence in NASCAR, Hydroplane boat racing and other forms of Motorsports that attract our audience.
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Mission of Veterans' Hope
The more than two million men and women serving on active duty in our armed forces have repeatedly demonstrated their mettle and shown why America's military is truly the best trained, best led in the world.
Our servicemen and women have been fighting the longest war since America first created its all-volunteer force and the third longest war in U.S. history. The stress of our military is becoming more evident not only in the active duty ranks, but on the homefront and within the overall veteran communities as well.
Our mission is to help these veterans and their families. Through the deployment of several motor coaches (known as Mobile Information Command Centers – MICCs), each equipped with a comprehensive database system, Veterans’ Hope will harness the efforts of thousands of charitable organizations, veteran-owned businesses, government contracting companies and other networking resources from across the country.
Veterans’ Hope will assure our veterans that they are still, and always will be, a valuable asset to this country and that the American people appreciate their sacrifices. Our vision is to deliver the support the veterans need in a timely manner.
Veterans’ Hope, with the support of its charity and veteran owned business partners, will work to be the leader in veteran support and the largest grass-roots mobile outreach program in our Nation.
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Vendors and Exhibitors
Please visit www.veteranshope.ticketleap.com/vendors for detailed information, registration and payment options.
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AFR Sponsors, Event Sponsors, Partners and Affiliates
For AFR sponsorships, please send information requests to [email protected]. For event sponsors, partnerships or a National Resource Network listing, please send inquiries to [email protected].
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©Copyright 2012 Armed Forces Racing, LLC
Armed Forces Racing, LLC is a privately held company, and is not associated with Department of Defense or any of our Nation's military branches. Armed Forces Racing is a company dedicated to preserving the heritage of our Nation and its military. The views expressed on this website are those of Armed Forces Racing and Veterans' Hope, and the use of service logos or name mention does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense.
©Copyright 2010 Veterans' Hope 501(c)(3)
Charitable organizations are required to provide donors with a disclosure statement regarding quid pro quo value for any amounts greater than $75.00. This disclosure is an estimated value and specifies the excess value of the gift may be deducted from the donor's federal taxes.
