Fun, food, and philanthrophy were the themes as race car driver Dillon Welch hosted an “open house” at 9-Racing in Brownsburg, IN on Wednesday evening January 25.
More than 200 people toured the race shop, walked through the haulers and got up close with the race cars. Some even squeezed into the seat normally occupied by the 18 year old Welch. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse catered the event.
 A rare public chance for an inside look at 9-Racing |
“It was a great opportunity for friends, family, sponsors, and prospective sponsors to get a closer look at our racing program,” Welch said. “Everyone was very impressed.”
The evening also featured a pair of special announcements, including a check presentation to the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Indiana.
 Dillon presents check to Leslie Bush of Alzheimer's Association |
“I host a bowling event each summer here in Indianapolis,” the high school senior explained. “I then give those proceeds to a local charity and I was so happy to help the Alzheimer’s Association.”
Additionally, Welch announced a partnership with Sheltering Wings, a central-Indiana facility that provides a safe haven for women and children who are victims of domestic abuse.
“Racing for Wings is an educational program we’ve designed emphasizing the signs and dangers of bullying and date violence,” Welch said. “It’s another opportunity for me to use my platform as a race car driver to make a positive impact in the community.”
Winning races and making a difference in the community are Welch’s two primary goals. He took some steps toward accomplishing those goals Wednesday night.
