St. Francis Cancer Center racecar competes in first race
Racing endeaver supports individuals and families through their journey with cancer
Shakopee, Minn. 04/22/2008--The St. Francis Cancer Center racecar made its inaugural appearance at the first event of the 2008 American Speed Association Kwik Trip Midwest Tour last Saturday night at Elko Speedway in Elko, Minn. Driven by Gordy Swanson of Northfield, the St. Francis racecar finished in 9th place in the qualifying race.
A total of 47 teams competed for a spot in the 125 lap feature race. This was Swanson's first start for the 2008 American Speed Association (ASA) Midwest Tour season.
The next race for the ASA Midwest Tour that Swanson will run in will be Sunday, May 4 at Madison International Speedway. Upcoming local races include Saturday, July 5 at I-94 Raceway in Sauk Centre, Minn. and Sunday, Aug. 17 at Raceway Park in Shakopee, Minn.
Community Chest Racing, Inc.
This unique racecar sponsorship is made possible by Heather Chantry of Community Chest Racing, Inc. In November 2007, Heather's mother, Audrey Chantry, passed away after a courageous 7-month battle with bone marrow cancer. Prior to Audrey's passing, Heather (herself a breast cancer survivor) and her mom made the decision to help raise money and awareness for the cause, and support a local cancer center. Racing would be the vehicle and the chosen center would be the St. Francis Cancer Center. Funds raised during the 2008 racing season will be donated to the St. Francis Cancer Center. Proceeds will come from t-shirt sales, individual donations, carnival games and more.
For more information, including a complete 2008 racing schedule, visit www.communitychestracing.com. To donate online, go to www.stfrancis-shakopee.com.
For information on the St. Francis Cancer Center, call 952-403-2031.
The St. Francis Foundation
The St. Francis Foundation exists to support St. Francis Regional Medical Center and to enhance the healing experience in the communities we serve. St. Francis, like all vibrant medical centers, depends on the best facilities, technology and programs to attract and retain the finest physicians. The St. Francis Foundation guides philanthropic efforts which address immediate, intermediate and long-term needs of patients, their families and communities served by St. Francis. For information on the St. Francis Foundation, call 952-403-2070 or visit www.stfrancis-shakopee.com.
St. Francis Regional Medical Center
St. Francis Regional Medical Center, recognized as a Top 100 Hospital, is jointly owned and sponsored by the Benedictine Health System, Allina Hospitals & Clinics, and Park Nicollet Health Services. This unique structure combines the caring and compassion of a community hospital with the modern medical technology, specialties, and services found in the metro area. St. Francis provides a full range of inpatient, outpatient and emergency care services on a collaborative medical campus with more than 30 other clinics and providers. For more information, visit www.stfrancis-shakopee.com or call 'Ask St. Francis' at 952-403-2000.
American Speed Association Kwik Trip Midwest Tour
To learn more about the American Speed Association Kwik Trip Midwest Tour presented by Echo Outdoor Power Equipment go to www.asamidwesttour.com or call the American Speed Association Midwest Tour office at 262-514-3880.
For news and information from racetracks and regional tours involved in the American Speed Association, visit www.asaracing.com.
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