In conjunction with the NASCAR industry and area race teams, Charlotte Motor Speedway will take collections for Hurricane Helene relief efforts from 9 a.m. through 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2.
The most urgent needs include:
- Bottled Water
- Canned or non-perishable food
- Diapers / Baby Wipes
Items may be dropped off at the Silver Parking Lot directly across from Charlotte Motor Speedway's main entrance
(6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard, Concord, NC, 28027).
Speedway officials are working with North Carolina Emergency Management, Wilkes County EMS and Samaritan’s Purse to distribute the items throughout the North Carolina mountains where needed.
In addition, North Wilkesboro Speedway is accepting daily on-site donations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sunday, Oct. 6.
To make a financial donation or volunteer to assist with efforts in the mountains, people can visit www.SamaritansPurse.org.