Bobby Labonte Foundation Donates Proceeds to Local Charities After Record-Breaking Fundraiser

High Point LEAP will use the grant money for its Boys2Men program, which focuses on academics, mentoring and leadership development for at-risk boys to help them avoid juvenile crime and gang participation. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Piedmont, Inc. plans to fund a mentoring program which matches 8th grade students with a mentor that will help them transition into high school and follow them into post-graduation. With its share of the proceeds, the High Point Swim Club will fund its Swim4Fun free swim lesson program for third graders in Guilford County schools, and allow the High Point Swim Club to expand the program to new schools.

 

“This is the reason why we put so much time and effort into my annual Charity Bike Ride every year,” said Bobby Labonte. “These organizations hit home for us in so many ways, because they help build stronger futures for children and families. We were thrilled with the support of the High Point community and our fellow cyclists this year, and we thank everyone who helped make it possible for us to make such a sizable donation to give back to the place we call home.”

 

Cohab.Space, a rustic, industrial retail and gathering venue deemed the newest creative hub in High Point, N.C., hosted the grant presentation, which featured Labonte and his wife Kristin, High Point Mayor Jay Wagner, sponsors, charity representatives and Bobby Labonte Foundation volunteers and committee members.

 

“At Cohab.Space, it’s all about connecting with the community,” said Nicole Bodford of Cohab.Space. “The Bobby Labonte Foundation recognizes organizations that share our same values, and we were delighted to host the foundation’s celebratory event this year.”