TAFC RACER ANDERSON GOES TO JAIL FOR CHARITY
Wed, 2008-05-14 07:28
While there is a chance for a reprieve, defending NHRA Division 5 Top Alcohol
Funny Car Champion Paul Anderson is scheduled to go to jail this Thursday, May
15. Anderson has committed no crime, rather he is participating in the Adams
County MDA Lock Up to help raise money for "Jerry's Kids." If Anderson does not
raise $1,300 by Thursday, he will sit in jail until he has raised his
commitment.
Anderson, 23, from Firestone, Colo., is looking for
support from the racing community to keep him out of jail and raise money for a
good cause.
"This is just a small way we can give back," said
Anderson. "Hopefully we can not only raise some money for the MDA and Jerry's
Kids, but also raise awareness. These kids need our help. I will also send
everyone that contributes at least $30 a Paul Anderson Racing
T-Shirt."
"Of course, this may be one way the competition
tries to keep me off the track," Anderson joked.
MDA serves people in communities across the nation with neuromuscular
disease by providing clinics, support groups, assistance with the purchase and
repair of wheelchairs, braces and communication devices, and summer camp for
kids. MDA also funds research grants to help find treatments and cures for some
43 neuromuscular diseases that affect people of all ages.
Contributions can be made in Paul Anderson's name by clicking on the
link below:
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