Gearing up for the annual NASCAR Day fundraiser, the NASCAR Foundation announced on Wednesday APlus at Sunoco Stores will become the official “pin stop” for fans to get the NASCAR Day pin.  The Official Pit Stop of NASCAR, participating APlus at Sunoco Stores will stock the NASCAR Day lapel pins for fans to purchase with a donation of $5 or more.

Taking place on May 15, 2009, the annual NASCAR Day gives fans the opportunity to raise funds and awareness for the various charitable causes supported by the NASCAR Foundation.  Those proceeds raised by the sale of NASCAR Day pins at any APlus at Sunoco Stores will go to both the NASCAR Foundation and the Children’s Miracle Network.

“Sunoco has long been a proud supporter of Children’s Miracle Network and we are excited to join with The NASCAR Foundation to raise awareness for worthy causes,” Drew Kabakoff, Sunoco’s Manager of Branded Marketing explained. “By working together we can help children in need and give back to the community.” 

“We are looking forward to revving up our relationship with Sunoco by bringing The NASCAR Foundation into our fundraising campaign,” added Scott Burt, president and CEO, Children’s Miracle Network. “Children’s Miracle Network hospitals treat 17 million children across the country each year, and we are hopeful that Sunoco customers and NASCAR fans will help support the Children’s Miracle Network hospital in their community.”

Fans will be able to purchase pins at participating locations starting April 1 until May 18.  For more information and to find the nearest APlus at Sunoco store, be sure to visit www.nascar.com/nascarday. 

How To Get Involved:

• Visit www.nascar.com/nascarday to donate $5 and receive your 2009 NASCAR Day collectible pin.

• Stop by a participating APlus at Sunoco location to donate $5 and get your pin.

• Become a NASCAR Day Crew Chief for your corporation, school or organization.

• Sign up for The NASCAR Foundation Volunteer Network.

• Help spread the word by telling a friend.For more information on NASCAR Day 2009 visit www.nascar.com/nascarday.