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Junior launches foundation

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. announced the launch of The Dale Jr. Foundation Tuesday night at the eighth annual Dale Jr. Celebrity Sports Auction. His newly-formed charitable organization is dedicated to giving underprivileged individuals, primarily youth, the resources to improve confidence, education and the opportunity to achieve extraordinary goals. "My path in life made it a bit easier for me to reach my goals and get to where I am today, but I realize that not everyone is as fortunate," Earnhardt Jr. said. "I've had the opportunity to meet some really cool kids through the Make-A-Wish Foundation the last few years, and it's made me appreciative of all that I have. I decided to start this foundation as a way to help those who haven't had some of the opportunities I've had."

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Dale Earnhardt Jr., AP Dale Earnhardt Jr., AP
October 26, 2007  09:34 AM ET

Good move Jr. This guy is one class act. 88 in 08!!!

October 26, 2007  09:42 AM ET

Freebird_#88.........ditto and good charity choice also....... self-confidence and good self esteem are the best tools a teen can have to become successful...

October 26, 2007  09:46 AM ET

I agree-Congrats Jr. on being a stand up guy and support this foundation.. The youth of America can certainly need the help....That is one thing I like about NASCAR ,all the drivers (especially the good ones) give alot of $$$$ to charities and start up their own foundations...

October 26, 2007  09:49 AM ET

This guy is as genuine as they come. It is my belief that he can nearly identify with anyone. Not only is he generous with his time, but with his money as well. Those are traits, without a doubt, he learned from his father and biological mother. Is there any wonder why he is the most popular driver in NASCAR?

October 26, 2007  09:55 AM ET

A "bit" easier?

October 26, 2007  10:03 AM ET

Jr.fan in VA- I totally agree. I have always thought Jr' was a class act.. I really don't understand how anyone could not like him... Most people that do are Gordan fans---and that is enough said..LOL

October 26, 2007  10:10 AM ET

Now you see why I use the pictures I use???
Class all the way

SLY

October 26, 2007  10:14 AM ET

Sly, I'm still not computer wise enough to put a picture on my profile ..What is the secret how to do it. I would like to have Jr. and/or Dale on it but where do I find the pictures!!!!

October 26, 2007  10:31 AM ET

Not all Gordon Fans hate Jr.. And, if they do hate Jr. it's usually because of the grief that Gordon fans are getting from Jr. fans.
Anywayz, it's cool that Jr. is doing this.. He and Gordon, both, have their own foundations.
People can talk trash about Gordon and HMS but they do twice as much charitable work than anyone else out there...

October 26, 2007  10:31 AM ET

Anyone out there.. MINUS the Petty's.

October 26, 2007  10:38 AM ET

Jr. #88 Fan in your fanmail

October 26, 2007  11:24 AM ET

Don't really have anything to add.....y'all said it

October 26, 2007  12:03 PM ET

Two people got killed locally recently in a bike a thon for charity...thats sad. Throw some time to MS Jr - please.

October 26, 2007  12:24 PM ET

jr is a good all around guy. you are right about that. he is really an all around good guy. he does take good care of kids and alot of people dont see that. i'm glad you noticed. jr. #88 fan. message me and then i will tell you how to do your picture. also remember that different people have different opinions.

October 26, 2007  01:05 PM ET

Yep, that is what makes the world fun every one is allowed their own opinion...And they can't be faulted for that!!!!

October 26, 2007  01:06 PM ET

Please notice my LOL after the remark about Gordan fans-I WAS kidding!!!

October 26, 2007  01:49 PM ET

This is a good move for Jr. Too bad his step moms did not guide him towards these types of endeavors. Too bad his engines keep blowing. Starts out strong ready to strike and his ish blows up?!

October 26, 2007  02:53 PM ET

Junior is the man baby

October 26, 2007  04:19 PM ET

I think this is influence of hendrick at work

 
October 26, 2007  04:23 PM ET

hey fletch... see gordon isn't the only one with a foundation!!!! i told you ....lol
the dr.

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