INDY 500 WINNER ROSSI TO SUPPORT MAKE-A-WISH® AT UPCOMING GOLDEN GATE FERRARI FESTIVAL IN SAN FRANCISCO
June 7, 2016 by Ferrari Owners Group
• Champion's Motivation Aligns with Charitable Desires to Make Wishes Come TrueSAN FRANCISCO, June 7, 2016 – Before making history by winning the iconic 100th running of the Indy 500, and as the first rookie to win the race in 15 years, Alexander Rossi was already on board to help bring another cause toward the finish line – by supporting Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area, along with the Ferrari Owners Group (FOG) and the Ferrari Owners Charitable Foundation (FOCF), during the upcoming Golden Gate Ferrari Festival, Saturday, September 10th, www.goldengateferrarifestival.com, in the civic heart of San Francisco. Rossi, the 24-year-old California native and avid devotee of the charity organization, had previously personally committed to partaking in the Festival's efforts to raise funds, and now, thanks to his new stature, his attendance and autographed memorabilia may just make an even greater impact. Rossi's Formula One and now IndyCar Series racing experience has confirmed his personal drive to never give up on one's dreams – and by teaming with the Ferrari groups aligned with Make-A-Wish, Rossi will be bringing his optimism and winning spirit to those that just may need it most. According to Joe Keon, FOCF founder, those that showcase unparalleled performance in areas both on the track and off bring a further inspiration to programs supporting cause-related efforts like Make-A-Wish. 'We are grateful that Alexander Rossi will be sharing his personal motivations during the Golden Gate Ferrari Festival,' said Keon. 'Not only will he be available to speak with and greet attendees, but more importantly he'll be sharing his heartfelt care with the wish kids that will be joining in our event.' In addition to appearing, Rossi will be donating various autographed keepsakes as auction items to raise additional funds for the charity. Inspired by the mission of helping to make the wishes of children with life-threatening diseases become realities, FOG and FOCF are creating an impressive event to support the Foundation's goal of raising $500,000 for the charity. More than 400 pre-selected Ferraris, vintage and current models, will be on display at San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza Park for the Festival, where the streets encircling the Park will be shut down to allow for public attendance. Numerous significant and award-winning Ferraris will be exhibited, including rare models such as the following: ◾1955 Mondial Series II Scaglietti-bodied Spyder, chassis #0556(0446)/MD (one of only three originals in existence) – this restored 4-cylinder racing machine has several historic victories under its belt, including a Ferrari factory team Class Win in the 1st Grand Prix of Venezuela in November 1955, and another Class Win in the March 1956 world championship 12 Hours of Sebring◾1963 250 GTO, chassis #4757GT, one of 33 'Series I' GTOs built in 1962-1963 – the vehicle was previously owned by the Serrisima Team, partaking in the 1963 24 Hours of LeMans, and the '64 Tour de France – the current owner has participated with it in more than 170 races around the world, earning numerous wins in the Ferrari Historic Challenge Championship and additionally has participated in five GTO anniversary rallies ◾Various exceptional and highly valuable vehicles, including 250 LM, 250 MM, 250 TR, 250 California along with several current day LaFerraris – the modern exotic hypercar valued at more than $1mm.
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With an anticipated display of hundreds of these prized machines, including ultra-rare cars worth between $15million and $50million, the program is a tremendous opportunity for brand association as well as the ability for the public to engage in a rich heritage of racing and exclusivity not always easy to touch or behold in person. Although a large number of 'classic and special' cars have already registered for the Festival, the majority of cars will be modern Ferraris and ALL Ferrari owners are encouraged to display their own vehicles. Registration is limited to the first 400 cars and can be found at www.goldengateferrarifestival.com . About the Ferrari Owners Group The Ferrari Owners Group (FOG) was founded in 2009 with a desire to share Ferrari ownership with fellow enthusiasts, while harnessing the spectacle of these vehicles to draw attention to and support for worthy charitable causes that support disadvantaged youth. In seven short years, the organization has grown to more than 400 members, held beyond 150 organized drives and collectively driven more than 1 million miles. In 2013, Ferrari Owners Group founded the Ferrari Owners Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, to further support its charitable endeavors. Through 20 major events, the organization has raised more than $750,000 for charitable causes. For more information or membership, view www.ferrariownersgroup.org. About Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area: Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. In 2016 Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area celebrates 32 years fulfilling magical wishes. During its first year of operation, in 1984, the chapter granted 27 wishes. Now one of the largest chapters nationwide, the Greater Bay Area grants over 370 wishes per year and has granted over 7,200 wishes to date. The chapter covers 17 Northern California counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Marin, Monterey, San Benito, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Siskiyou, Solano and Sonoma. The goal of Make-A-Wish is to grant a wish to every eligible child in its territory. Anyone can suggest a child for a wish. For more information or to refer a child for a wish, please call 415/982-9474 or visit www.SF.Wish.org
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