05/16/2026
**An Exciting Invitation from Rising NASCAR Star Blake Lothian!**
The mastermind behind The Buddy Project, Eric D. Zimmerman, decided to hit the tracks with his dad David and buddy Sam Auxier Jr., a former Ford drag racing champ, at the thrilling NASCAR O’Reilly Series Bet Rivers 200 Race event in Dover!
Now here’s where it gets really cool: out of his own pocket, Eric generously donated a small amount (under $500) to Blake's racing fund for three special Garage and Pit passes! But wait—there’s more! Blake went ahead and featured The Buddy Project logo on his car without charging a dime to either the organization or our generous friend Eric. How awesome is that?
It’s high time the NASCAR community rallies around Blake, boosts him up, and helps him get those speedy vehicles he deserves. Joey Gase has been fantastic in offering support—let’s make sure we don’t leave anyone trailing behind!
A huge shoutout to you, Blake, for sporting our logo so proudly on your machine! If you're curious about what makes this rising star tick—or if you'd like to cheer on Joey Gase Racing—check them out at [Blake Lothian Racing](https://www.blakelothianracing.com/) and [Joey Gase Racing](https://www.joeygaseracing.com). And remember folks: when contributing by check for The Buddy Project or supporting Blake Lothian directly… be sure to note/MEMO it accordingly!
Big thanks again to both Blake and Joey for bringing The Buddy Project along for an unforgettable ride at Dover Motor Speedway!