The Shop Rat Foundation, Michigan Manufactures Association (MMA) and the Jackson Area Association (JAMA) Manufacturing have teamed up to raise money for the Shop Rat Education Program with the "Manufacturers Day at the Races".
"This is not just a great networking opportunity for Michigan Manufacturers," said JAMA Executive Director Bill Rayl. "It's also an opportunity to celebrate the importance of manufacturing to Michigan's economy and to the world of performance racing. After all, there wouldn't be a NASCAR if it weren't for Michigan Manufacturers!"
For this event, MIS is offering a special package deal that includes a ticket to the event, grandstand seat, pre-race pit pass, access to the event's hospitality tent, two drink tickets, lunch, and door prizes including tee-shirts signed by Carl Edwards, all for $130 per person. From each ticket sold, $30 will be donated to the Shop Rat Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. The Shop Rat Education Program provides hands on skilled trade training to middle school students. This program allows students to use their hands and mind to create products that reinforce skill sets that the program teaches them.
Jack Roush has been a Shop Rat all of his life. Since Mr. Roush was a child he was always fascinated with how things worked and was determined to become an innovator. Throughout his career with Ford, Chrysler, Monroe Community College, Jack Roush Performance Engineering, and Roush Industries he has proven that using your mind and your hands can create an incredible outcome. During the Shop Rat Fundraising event the Foundation will be presenting Jack Roush with the 2007 Master Shop Rat of the Year award for his accomplishments as a Shop Rat.
Support the Shop Rat Education Program and purchase your tickets to see the race and to watch as the Shop Rat Foundation awards a man whose career embodies the true definition of a Shop Rat. For tickets visit www.shoprat.org or call 517-592-6666 (M-F from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), ask for the Ticket Office and tell them you're interested in tickets for the special August 18th MMA/JAMA Manufacturers Day at the Races promotion.
