Michael Andretti Foundation announces 2006 Fundraising Events
If the following text-only file is not easily readable, particularly any tables of numbers, try enlarging this window since every line has a forced end and there is no word-wrap. Otherwise, this report will look and print better from the following PDF file: http://www.sportssystems.com/applib/PDFload.cfm?file=/email/filehost/AI428.pdf&id=BC428AI9EC574 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For Immediate Release THE MICHAEL ANDRETTI FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2006 FUNDRAISING EVENTS "Breakfast with Michael Andretti" and "An Evening with Michael at the Andretti Winery" are the featured fundraising events for this season. NAZARETH, PA (February 21, 2006) - The Michael Andretti Foundation (MAF) announced today that they will be hosting several fundraising programs at various Indy Racing League events in 2006. The Foundation will also hold several EBay auctions for collectibles, unique Andretti racing items and VIP race packages throughout the season. Due to popular demand, the Foundation will once again be hosting "Breakfast with Michael Andretti", a fun filled program where fans are VIP's while enjoying an inside look at the activities that take place at Indy Racing League events with Andretti Green Racing (AGR). Guests will enjoy a full-service breakfast; guest appearances including the AGR drivers, Michael Andretti and other special industry experts; as well as enjoy a garage and IndyCar tour. Cost for the event is $100 per person. These unique and popular events will take place on Friday, March 24th at Homestead-Miami Speedway and Wednesday, May 24th at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). On Thursday, August 24th, the Andretti Winery will host a special fundraising event to benefit the Michael Andretti Foundation at the Napa, CA vineyard. The VIP evening will include an informal wine tasting and wine presentation out on the back courtyard overlooking the beautiful Andretti vineyards. Special guests in attendance will include owner Michael Andretti and the AGR drivers. The event will be held in conjunction with the Indy Racing League's visit to Infineon Raceway in Sonoma CA. Enjoy an evening of wonderful Andretti wine, great food and lots of fun while raising money for a local charity. Monthly EBay auctions will be held for special collectible items and VIP race packages. Auction items will include: a 2 seater ride with Michael Andretti; Andretti Green Racing car parts; autographed Andretti merchandise and collectible sets; a VIP Indy 500 auction package; and other unique collector items. A complete list of auction items will be available on the Andretti website at: www.andretti.com. All proceeds from the fundraisers will be donated on behalf of The Michael Andretti Foundation to various charities. Fans can reserve a spot at any of the events by sending an e-mail to: foundation@andretti.com. Donations are tax deductible. Specific schedules & information pertaining to each event will be posted on the Andretti website at: www.andretti.com. Please note that all events are subject to change. The Michael Andretti Foundation is a 501(c)(3) foundation that was established to help people who have shown need and to help promote programs for better health, education and welfare of America's children and citizens. For more information about The Michael Andretti Foundation, visit www.andretti.com. #### Contact: Paula Prime Hozza - The Michael Andretti Foundation (610) 248-9111 or paulaprime@andretti.com