Drag Race Fundraiser PLEASE! - Page 2

rm1 · 03-13-2009, 12:24 AM

Sorry to hear the news,hope things turn out for the best. I'm in for a fund raiser.

Jeff · 03-13-2009, 01:12 AM

Man Marcus I'm truly sorry to hear about this . I'm all for doing a fundraiser I don't have anything to race but I can donate some money .

Mike · 03-13-2009, 01:21 AM

I set up a paypal account kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com. If anyone wants to donate please paypal the money to kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com

Please only use "e-check" or paypal transfer. Do not use a credit card, that way we can raise as much money as possible, and avoid all the paypal fees remember no credit card.

if you have to use a credit card: paypal it to m202748@hotmail.com, fees will be less than the donation account, but still around 3%.

Accepting donations to kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com using paypal.

I will also edit Brandon's original post with a list of people who donated unless you tell me to keep it anonymous.

Mike · 03-13-2009, 01:47 AM

I also added information on top of the home page.

clubracergt1 · 03-13-2009, 06:38 AM

Marcus, this is unbelievable bad news. I wish your sister and your entire family all the best.

I think a show & shine/swap meet/race is a brilliant idea. True that alot of people will not bracket race for just bragging rights; but, I think, a trophy should be sufficient. I know I would do it for nothing more than seat time and giving to a worthy cause, but there are some "What's in it for me?" people out there. How much paved area is there at Midway? I could maybe even see if the local SCCA folks would like to set up an AutoX there. Hell, the more people you cater to, the greater the turnout can potentially be.

chrisheltra · 03-13-2009, 06:40 AM

I just got payed today. Gotta pay my bills and see how much I can donate.

BAD BOB · 03-13-2009, 07:46 AM

fundraisers are usually successful. I will donate some exhaust work or something like that to try and boost the sales. Anyone with a shop or a service she do the same if they can manage to. Times are tuff right now for almost everyone but if people throw thing out there in a raffle many will be happy to spend a few dollars and try there luck to win something to help them out! The Cox Family i have know since i was small, grew up with most of the kids and they are one of the greatest people i have ever met. They would do anything for anyone any they dont deserve this. They are strong and will make it through this but they sill need help with the bills so EVERYONE PLEASE DO WHATS IN THERE POWER TO HELP OUT THIS FAMILY IN NEED!

WWhittle · 03-13-2009, 08:59 AM

Sorry to hear the news. I have a little sister too and couldn't imagine what you and your family are going through.

As far as setting up a race- i would try to do it with as much notice as possible and try to pay attention to any other events on the same day. do test and tune and maybe a 8.0, 7.0, 6.0 shootout.

I don't know if i would do it at Midway. Their spectator turnout is usually pretty low and that is where the majority of your money is going to come from. I would try Bowman. Maybe the track would be willing to let you keep the gate fees and they could make the concessions and tech card fees. Just a thought.

Pesce Nero · 03-13-2009, 09:20 AM

i dont have 2 cents to rub together to donate so we better do something somewhere

BigdaddyDupree · 03-13-2009, 09:29 AM

man this has to be rough on marcus. but you and your family will be in my prayers buddy

slowgreen99 · 03-13-2009, 09:55 AM

Well, the Bowman track guy is on here correct? Ronald I believe? If they can give me a schedule of what they have planned, then we may be able to work around it. On another note, Midways turnout would probably be a lot different due to the cause of the race. Thats why flyers and word of mouth are going to need to be the strongest part of this, aside from Kelsey.
A date is the first step towards getting it done. I work with one of the guys that used to work the track at Midway, and he is supossed to get me Frank Lamberts number. He said hed be the man to talk to, not the owner.

DolSVT00 · 03-13-2009, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by perm102

Man Marcus I am so sorry to hear this. If you and your family need anything, let me know. I know how it is back and forth to the hospital so food and stuff like that let us know.

As for fund raisers, I am in to race too. Also, we could do a car show with proceeds going to the family too. I would think that we could raise a lot with both events.

+1 I am in, and extend the same offer's

Matts94Z28 · 03-13-2009, 04:32 PM

I just sent $20 your way

BigdaddyDupree · 03-13-2009, 07:31 PM

its good to see everyone here willing to help in a time of need. im positive marcus and his family will appreciate it

Chillerman · 03-13-2009, 09:46 PM

Marcus, I don't even know you or your family. I've just read your posts on the forum. I realize this is a very, very difficult time for you and your family. I'm in tears at the moment trying to type this post as your sisters condition has truly touched & made me sad. I'm glad to know your family has God in their life. He truly is bigger than life, and miracles do happen. Please be strong for Kelsey, I can't even imagine what your feeling right now. No child should have to endure this. MUSC is definitely the place for her to be. The best childrens hospital around, period. We will keep Kelsey and your family in our prayers, and will also have our church family do the same.

I'm in no way any kind of organizer, but I'm willing to donate and participate in any kind of race that gets put together.

DolSVT00 · 03-14-2009, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike

I set up a paypal account kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com. If anyone wants to donate please paypal the money to kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com

Please only use "e-check" or paypal transfer. Do not use a credit card, that we can raise as much money as possible, and avoid all the paypal fees remember no credit card.

if you have to use a credit card: paypal it to m202748@hotmail.com, fees will be less than the donation account, but still around 3%.

Accepting donations to kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com using paypal.

I will also edit Brandon's original post with a list of people who donated unless you tell me to keep it anonymous.

Hopefully, I did it right Mike, No CC I used bank account.

Mike · 03-14-2009, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DolSVT00

Hopefully, I did it right Mike, No CC I used bank account.

perfect

NicksTAgt · 03-14-2009, 09:58 PM

Marcus, I am so sorry to hear about your sister. No one deserves to go through an ordeal like this. The best possible thing you can do for your sister is keep yourself and your family positive, it will probably be one of the hardest things you have ever done but if you surround yourself with good friends it will help. Your family will be in my thoughts.

rcs31399 · 03-15-2009, 09:35 AM

Our Family thanks you for all the thoughts and prayers.

Please feel free to visit the hospital website for condition updates
You will have to register to view Kelsey's web page
www.carepages.com
once you register you go to the search box and type in : KelseysPrayerPage

chrisheltra · 03-15-2009, 11:00 AM

Sent some money your way hopefully I did it right.

03-13-2009, 01:12 AM	#22
Jeff Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,015	Man Marcus I'm truly sorry to hear about this . I'm all for doing a fundraiser I don't have anything to race but I can donate some money . __________________ Boat .

03-13-2009, 06:38 AM	#25
clubracergt1 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: The Great, white North (Chicagoland) Posts: 2,483	Marcus, this is unbelievable bad news. I wish your sister and your entire family all the best. I think a show & shine/swap meet/race is a brilliant idea. True that alot of people will not bracket race for just bragging rights; but, I think, a trophy should be sufficient. I know I would do it for nothing more than seat time and giving to a worthy cause, but there are some "What's in it for me?" people out there. How much paved area is there at Midway? I could maybe even see if the local SCCA folks would like to set up an AutoX there. Hell, the more people you cater to, the greater the turnout can potentially be. __________________ This space for rent

03-13-2009, 06:40 AM	#26
chrisheltra Neo is Jesus Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 13,265	I just got payed today. Gotta pay my bills and see how much I can donate. __________________ Gap A Hoe Racing

03-13-2009, 09:29 AM	#30
BigdaddyDupree Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: MACEDONIA Posts: 4,967	man this has to be rough on marcus. but you and your family will be in my prayers buddy __________________ . What you wanna do?

03-13-2009, 09:55 AM	#31
slowgreen99 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Summerville Posts: 7,740	Well, the Bowman track guy is on here correct? Ronald I believe? If they can give me a schedule of what they have planned, then we may be able to work around it. On another note, Midways turnout would probably be a lot different due to the cause of the race. Thats why flyers and word of mouth are going to need to be the strongest part of this, aside from Kelsey. A date is the first step towards getting it done. I work with one of the guys that used to work the track at Midway, and he is supossed to get me Frank Lamberts number. He said hed be the man to talk to, not the owner. __________________ M.R.E. Bad Bob Motorsports

03-13-2009, 12:24 AM	#21
rm1 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 331	Sorry to hear the news,hope things turn out for the best. I'm in for a fund raiser.

03-13-2009, 01:21 AM	#23
Mike Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 5,481	I set up a paypal account kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com. If anyone wants to donate please paypal the money to kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com Please only use "e-check" or paypal transfer. Do not use a credit card, that way we can raise as much money as possible, and avoid all the paypal fees remember no credit card. if you have to use a credit card: paypal it to m202748@hotmail.com, fees will be less than the donation account, but still around 3%. Accepting donations to kelsey@carolinahorsepower.com using paypal. I will also edit Brandon's original post with a list of people who donated unless you tell me to keep it anonymous.

03-13-2009, 01:47 AM	#24
Mike Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 5,481	I also added information on top of the home page.

03-13-2009, 07:46 AM	#27
BAD BOB Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SUMMERVILLE Posts: 3,681	fundraisers are usually successful. I will donate some exhaust work or something like that to try and boost the sales. Anyone with a shop or a service she do the same if they can manage to. Times are tuff right now for almost everyone but if people throw thing out there in a raffle many will be happy to spend a few dollars and try there luck to win something to help them out! The Cox Family i have know since i was small, grew up with most of the kids and they are one of the greatest people i have ever met. They would do anything for anyone any they dont deserve this. They are strong and will make it through this but they sill need help with the bills so EVERYONE PLEASE DO WHATS IN THERE POWER TO HELP OUT THIS FAMILY IN NEED!

03-13-2009, 08:59 AM	#28
WWhittle Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC Posts: 3,899	Sorry to hear the news. I have a little sister too and couldn't imagine what you and your family are going through. As far as setting up a race- i would try to do it with as much notice as possible and try to pay attention to any other events on the same day. do test and tune and maybe a 8.0, 7.0, 6.0 shootout. I don't know if i would do it at Midway. Their spectator turnout is usually pretty low and that is where the majority of your money is going to come from. I would try Bowman. Maybe the track would be willing to let you keep the gate fees and they could make the concessions and tech card fees. Just a thought.

03-13-2009, 09:20 AM	#29
Pesce Nero Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 2,680	i dont have 2 cents to rub together to donate so we better do something somewhere

03-13-2009, 04:32 PM	#33
Matts94Z28 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Summerville Posts: 12,039	I just sent $20 your way __________________ Charleston Performance Solutions 4560 Rivers Ave. N. Charleston SC 29405 843-225-1142 https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonPerformanceSolutions www.facebook.com/Selepack

03-13-2009, 07:31 PM	#34
BigdaddyDupree Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: MACEDONIA Posts: 4,967	its good to see everyone here willing to help in a time of need. im positive marcus and his family will appreciate it __________________ . What you wanna do?

03-13-2009, 09:46 PM	#35
Chillerman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Goose Creek Posts: 1,232	Marcus, I don't even know you or your family. I've just read your posts on the forum. I realize this is a very, very difficult time for you and your family. I'm in tears at the moment trying to type this post as your sisters condition has truly touched & made me sad. I'm glad to know your family has God in their life. He truly is bigger than life, and miracles do happen. Please be strong for Kelsey, I can't even imagine what your feeling right now. No child should have to endure this. MUSC is definitely the place for her to be. The best childrens hospital around, period. We will keep Kelsey and your family in our prayers, and will also have our church family do the same. I'm in no way any kind of organizer, but I'm willing to donate and participate in any kind of race that gets put together. __________________ 88 Mustang LX mild 302, no laughing gas, and the rest is secret. Best 1/8th 7.843 @ 87.98, best 1/4 12.427 @ 111.20, best 60 1.601 89 Mustang LX wheels up @ Pinks All Out

03-14-2009, 09:58 PM	#38
NicksTAgt Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston Posts: 38	Marcus, I am so sorry to hear about your sister. No one deserves to go through an ordeal like this. The best possible thing you can do for your sister is keep yourself and your family positive, it will probably be one of the hardest things you have ever done but if you surround yourself with good friends it will help. Your family will be in my thoughts. __________________

03-15-2009, 11:00 AM	#40
chrisheltra Neo is Jesus Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 13,265	Sent some money your way hopefully I did it right. __________________ Gap A Hoe Racing