In order to celebrate National Volunteer Week on April 20 – April 24, The NASCAR Foundation is highlighting members of our own volunteer family!
Meet Ryan Vargas! He is a professional stock car racing driver who currently competes in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Not only is he passionate about driving, but he is also dedicated to giving back to his racing community. Read more below.
1. How and when did you start volunteering/partnering with The NASCAR Foundation?
I began working with the NASCAR Foundation back in 2018 during their Speedy Bear Brigade Visits!
2. How have you been involved with the Foundation (i.e. volunteered at Taste of the 24 event, High Speed Hold Em event, Over The Edge event, At-Track Booth, etc.)? Please list all.
I’ve been involved through attending Hospital Visits, being a part of the Speedy Bear Brigade, and even went Over the Edge in Charlotte back in 2019!
3. What’s been your favorite memory so far with The NASCAR Foundation?
Definitely going Over The Edge, was a lot higher than I thought but it was super fun!
4. Why do you volunteer with and support a nonprofit that helps children in need?
Mainly because being a child who has dealt with physical differences growing up (Craniosynostosis), I want to show kids that they can accomplish whatever they set their mind to, and be someone that they look up to!
5. What advice would you give to someone who has been thinking about volunteering for or supporting a nonprofit in their local community?
I highly recommend it! It’s a lot of fun participating in such neat events and at the end of the day, you made a kid’s day!
