It's been a while since any of us here talked about the two organisations I've put in the header. Both are pretty quiet - until they're needed, and at that time they are wonderful for helping racers, crews, and families get a bit more settled after a crash or injury.
They run on donations only -- and give money to those directly affected by the injury or crash. It's not enough to buy you a new grandfather or a new car/bike, but it's enough to help with lots of the expenses that crop up after such an incident. Whether it's for a motel near the hospital or helping ship the personal stuff home (stuff that won't fit in the emergency airplane, for instance) it's still good - and, if you're a recipient, it will likely bring tears to your eyes knowing that so many people care about you.
Therefore, as we're about to start another racing season -- please take some of your time and a few $$ to support the two groups. The EMLA is found here:
http://www.landracing.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=375&Itemid=375and the UMF is here:
http://www.utahmotorsportsfoundation.com/UMF_ABOT.htmlFor our sake - for YOUR sake -- please contribute something to these groups. It'll not only help -- it'll make you feel ever more a part of the land speed racing family.
