“Our goal is to help racers and their families. For over 40 years, the racing community has been our extended family, and we want to use these funds to help them when they are in need.” -- Danny King, Steve's Dad
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“Our goal is to help racers and their families. For over 40 years, the racing community has been our extended family, and we want to use these funds to help them when they are in need.” -- Danny King, Steve's Dad
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Shirley "Grandma" Hall passes away at 85 6/5/09 - 81 Speedway matriarch passed away today. Our deepest sympathy goes to C Ray, Sandy and the entire Hall family. The family has requested memorials in Shirley's honor be given to the foundation or Hospice Care of Kansas. Please donate to the foundation using the information to the right. Thank you. Funeral arrangements: Visitation with family present, 6:00 8:00 pm, Monday June 8, at Broadway Mortuary. Funeral services 11:00 am, Wednesday, June 10 at Riverlawn Christian Church, K-96 & Meridian. Following the burial, family and friends are invited to a time of sharing memories and fellowship at 81 Speedway. 6/1/09 - The last week of May brought with it much tragedy in the racing community as two drivers were killed and one experienced a devastating injury. The foundation is in the process of contacting each family to determine the best way we can be of assistance to them. As we gather that information we will post it here. Please check back often. Here is how you can help: Greg Thyfault of Demar, KS Donations are being accepted for Greg Thyfault of Demar, KS. Greg was involved in an accident while competing in a 305 sprint car race in WaKeeney, KS on Memorial Day. The car flipped and ended up on the guard rail, resulting in a spinal cord injury. Greg was airlifted to Wichita, KS. The foundation is accepting donations on Greg's behalf. Simply use the "Donate" button on the right and then email us that you would like your donation earmarked for Greg. 6/5/09 - The Foundation spoke with Greg's sister Angela. Greg is now at Craig's Center in Denver, Co. The intent was to begin rehabilition. Unfortunately a blood clot was found that must first be addressed first. Greg's broken shoulder requires non weight bearing healing so his path to recovery is going to be slow. Greg continues to be in good spirits and remains positive. The family will be setting up a caring bridge site so that we can all follow his progress. We will post that here.
2009 Foundation Events - event schedule being determined now! Mark your calendar! Thank you Kansas Antique Racers - you generous contribution to the foundation is so greatly appreciated!
Cletus Ricke diagnosed with Leukemia Cletus has been diagnosed with Leukemia and is undergoing chemotherapy in Wichita without insurance. Please note Cletus Ricke Fund on your check. All proceeds will be forward to Cletus and his family.
Help Josh
Howard A year ago Josh survived a terrible crash at the Short Track Nationals in Little Rock, AR that left him paralyzed from the neck down. He has regained some movement in his arms and hands and the doctors are very hopeful. On Oct. 6 he entered Shepard’s Center in Atlanta for intensive physical therapy. Help Josh and his family defray the cost of the physical therapy; he has no insurance. Click here for more information. Help John Heffernon, Jr.'s Family
On October 25, 2008, John B. Heffernon, Jr. was involved in a
single car rollover accident at Heartland Park Topeka, KS. The
car hooked a rut in the middle of turns one and two which caused
him to barrel roll into the wall. John passed away on Friday,
Nov. 7, 2008. Our prayers go out to the Heffernon family for the
loss of a son, father, brother, husband and friend. Help Josh or John's family by:
Steve King Foundation Please note Josh Howard Fund or John Heffernon, Jr. Family Fund on your check. All proceeds will be forward on to the recipient you designate.
How you have helped… The foundation has received numerous e-mails and letters from racing families; your donations have helped. These are the statements from the lives that, thanks to you, the foundation has been able to provide a helping hand in their in a time of need. “We were able to buy a tombstone for our dad’s grave thanks to the foundation.” "Thanks to your assistance, I was able to pay my health insurance premium. Thank you." "The money we received from the foundation helped us pay the ambulance bill." “Thanks to the foundation, I was able to receive additional physical therapy that my insurance wouldn’t pay for.” “The foundation enabled my family to stay in a hotel closer to the hospital.” Your donations do make a difference - shop for merchandise, send a donation, see us at an upcoming event to help racing families heal. Shout out!
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THANK YOU Smiley's and Devil's Bowl Speedway. A special shout out to the awesome team at Smiley's and the folks at Devil's Bowl Speedway for helping get the word out about the foundation. See more details on the 2nd Annual Steve King Foundation Golf Tournament of Champions page coming soon!
How is Harli? Many have asked about the condition of the 12 year old that was burned driving in her first mini sprint feature. Harli is a very strong little lady and because of the blessings of many of you she is healing. We have been in contact with Harli's Dad. He suggested you visit Harli's website for updates on her condition. God Bless you Harli - you and your family will remain in our prayers. NEW! The Steve King Foundation now has a message board hosted by Hosehead Forums (Thank you Hosehead!). Join the chat about the foundation! |