"Hilarity for Charity" Success on Stage and Off

Unique Event Raises $25,000 for Operation Marathon

MOORESVILLE, N.C. - The Green Foundation is proud to announce that "Hilarity for Charity," to support Michael Waltrip's "OPERATION MARATHON" benefiting the Victory Junction Gang Camp, raised $25,000 the night of Monday, Oct. 18, at the Comedy Zone in Charlotte, N.C.

The event, one truly unique to the sport of NASCAR, was hosted by Green Foundation co-founders Jeff and Mark Green with Michael Waltrip.

The night featured a standup performance by all-star and world famous comedian Killer Beaz, and also included a live and silent auction that raised money for "OPERATION MARATHON." "OPERATION MARATHON" encourages NASCAR fans across the country to support the Victory Junction Gang Camp through the running of the 39th Las Vegas Marathon on Jan. 30.

"The night was a complete success," said Green Foundation co-founder Mark Green. "We had a lot of high hopes for this event. It was something different and something special. The amount of money we raised to help Michael (Waltrip) and 'Operation Marathon' - that feels pretty good. I have to thank all the fans for their continued support. I think they had a lot of fun and we greatly appreciate their generosity."

The night's main event was Beaz, but never one to walk off any stage quietly, Waltrip delivered his own performance that pleased the crowd well into the night.

"We didn't know if we were ever going to get Michael (Waltrip) off that stage," quipped Jeff Green. "But I think everyone had a good time. We accomplished our goal of having a good time for a good cause. The fans were great, and to raise $25,000 in one night, that says a ton for our fans. We appreciate all of their efforts and time."

Founded in 2002 by Jeff and Mark Green, The Green Foundation is a comprehensive, not-for-profit public 501(c)(3) charitable corporation established to assist individuals with severe injuries and other tax-exempt organizations that support one of the following three major areas: Those that nurture and inspire at-risk youths to pursue their dreams through the development of leadership skills, intellectual abilities, positive attitudes and family values. Organizations that involve motorsports such as those that support drivers with severe head and other injuries. Those that involve children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses.