For Brad, this is personal. He is involved in every step of the way when it comes to his charity.

The BKCFF not only involves Brad’s fans in raising money, but they put that money toward the Race 2 Recovery program, as well as provide grants to organizations who work for the betterment of veterans. It’s so humbling to know how deeply Brad cares about the military. This week, Brad and Penske Racing made a visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. For those who may be unaware, Walter Reed is a military hospital that serves our military and their families. The center also provides care to high ranking government officials. Brad made a visit there this week to spend time with our military service members.

Talk about putting things into perspective. This up and down season is nothing compared to what these soldiers go through on a day-to-day basis. It’s so inspiring to see important, popular figures in the world taking the time to honor those who have sacrificed for our freedom. It’s easy for rich people to throw money toward a charity. But for Brad, this is personal. He is involved in every step of the way when it comes to his charity. He personally takes veterans on rides around the track on the Race 2 Recovery weekends. He also was a big part of the Memorial Day event being so successful. To see the tweets sent to Brad and the photos of the visits he made this week, it’s inspiring and oh so humbling.

For anyone who closely follows Brad on Twitter, you may know he has a couple of wounded veterans he talks to on a weekly basis. His dedication to the military makes me so proud to be a fan. Brad is a busy guy, but the fact that he was able to take some time out of that busy schedule to make a visit to the hospital shows how remarkable his character is. He is truly dedicated to making life after the military more enjoyable for soldiers who may not have thought it could be so. The men and women in the military, especially ones that are being treated in medical facilities, need to know how much the country cares about them. They need that positive reinforcement.

If we don’t take care of our military members, no one else will. This is just one small thing about Brad that will add to the long list of things to be proud of. The journey has barely begun when it comes to writing Brad’s legacy in the sport.

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One of the first things that drew me to Brad was when I saw him win for the first time, he flew the American flag during his burnout. Every time he wins, in whatever series he wins in, that American Flag flies alongside the smoke from the burning tires. Brad has taken some heat from people who disagree with him flying it — and others, veterans and active military personnel alike, love it.

While all of the NASCAR drivers honor our military members, very few compare to what Brad does for them.

I personally love that he does it.

While all of the NASCAR drivers honor our military members, very few compare to what Brad does for them. From taking wounded veterans on rides around the racetrack in his Race 2 Recovery cars, to running a special paint scheme featuring the stars and stripes of our American flag, to putting on events such as the event this weekend for Memorial Day,

Brad, along with the folks at the Brad Keselowski Checkered Flag Foundation, put on a bike ride and tricycle race to benefit those who have given themselves for our freedoms as their Memorial Day event. Afterward, the foundation put up a BBQ dinner with live entertainment. According to their website, tickets were regular $55, but military members (past and present), first responders, and competitors from the day’s event were offered a discount on the regular ticket. I, along with many of my fellow Keselowski fans, wish so much that I could have been there — not only to see Brad and the events, but to support his foundation and all that they do.

Most people have work off for Memorial Day. They celebrate not having to spend a day at the office.

They forget the true reason for this day. It is to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. It is to remind us that we need to take care of those that are still here.

What Brad and the Checkered Flag Foundation do is remarkable. It is truly inspiring, and yet another reason why I support my driver.

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