This is an idea for an organization to get visible, create a fun image and raise some money.  I had the idea while thinking about how to help my local Jewish Federation.  What they should do is sponsor a Drag Racing event on a Thursday night at the Irwindale Speedway.  The 1/8 mile drag strip at the speedway has street legal racing for all licensed drivers on Thursdays.  They already have a club program and you can drive your own cars.

We could have sections for Lawyers, Doctors and Businessmen.  Maybe clergy, women and professionals.

The idea would be to get the Federation some publicity in a non traditional way that would be fun and attract people who usually don’t go to Federation events.

The first year it could be small with a very limited goal.  There is an In-n-Out on the premises so the food would be easy.  The trick would be to get two groups to “challenge” each other to create the excitement that would get people to attend.  Maybe PJTC against Pomona or Doctors against Bankers.

I’d drive my Smart Car and win the weight adjusted speed category which I invented.