Kyle Petty Charity Ride Raises Funds for Children's Camp Across America

The 29th annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America kicked off in Traverse City, Michigan, launching a weeklong, 1,400-mile motorcycle journey to Hot Springs, Virginia. Founded nearly three decades ago, the event raises funds for Victory Junction, a camp in North Carolina established in memory of Petty’s son, Adam, to serve children ages 6 to 16 with chronic and life-threatening medical conditions. Over the years, the ride has raised $22 million and enabled more than 136,000 children to attend the camp. This year’s ride features about 225 participants, including NASCAR legends, with planned stops at sites like Niagara Falls and the Henry Ford Museum. Riders and fans highlight the sense of community and personal connections formed during the journey, which continues to welcome newcomers alongside returning supporters. Donations can be made at event pit stops, and all proceeds support Victory Junction's mission of providing life-changing experiences for children.