RANDLEMAN – NASCAR legend Richard Petty has donated approximately 403 acres of land to Victory Junction, though there’s no clearly identified plan for expansion of the facility.
In making last week’s announcement, it’s possible that Victory Junction could grow considerably. The eight parcels of land are adjacent to the camp’s current 140 acres.
“As we envision the future of Camp, the land will remain a topic of strategic discussions,” said Mark Curran, board chair of Victory Junction. “We will be sure to use this thoughtful gift in ways that both secure the future of Camp and provide even more life-changing camp experiences for children.”
Victory Junction opened in 2004 to honor the memory of Adam Petty, who was Richard Petty’s grandson.
Kyle Petty, the father of Adam and son of Richard, spearheaded the movement to create Victory Junction. He said this latest gift for the family should aid in the longevity of the camp.
“When I see the joy and the smiles this camp brings to kids and their families, I can still feel Adam’s giving spirit,” Kyle Petty said. “I want to make sure Camp is here in 100 years, and we hope this gift inspires others to support Victory Junction so that it remains a place of joy for generations to come.”
Richard Petty, who remains an active board member of Victory Junction, said: “My family and I are dedicated to leaving a legacy. By donating an additional 403 acres, we hope to ensure the camp can continue serving even more children.”
The camp’s grounds include 84 acres originally donated by Richard Petty and his now-late wife, Lynda, to launch the building of the camp 20 years ago.
Chad Coltrane, CEO of Victory Junction, said this latest donation is in line with maintaining Adam Petty’s legacy.
“We are eternally grateful to the Petty family for this incredibly generous gift, and we are honored to continue supporting Adam’s legacy,” Coltrane said. “There is a larger-than-life heart that lights up when campers are at Victory Junction. That light and the love it signifies will beat a little brighter at Camp this year.”
Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility for children with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions, with the services and experiences coming at no cost to the families. The camp provides what are described as life-changing camp experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, in a medically safe environment.
