Wyakin Foundation Partners with Phillips Connect and Justin Ashley Racing

IRVINE, CA – Phillips Connect and Justin Ashley Racing announce their partnership with the Wyakin Foundation, a nonprofit organization that connects wounded and injured veterans with the resources and opportunities to have a better future. The partnership will extend for the remaining 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing season.

Phillips Industries is a longstanding supporter of the Wyakin Foundation, and connected Justin Ashley Racing with the nonprofit in January 2022. Since then, Ashley and his team have been dedicated to helping Wyakin, along with Phillips Connect, in its mission of preparing wounded veterans for fulfilling post-military careers.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Wyakin Foundation for the rest of the 2022 NHRA season,” said Phillips Connect’s CEO and Founder, Rob Phillips. “The Phillips family has always sought out philanthropies we resonate with, and Wyakin has been on the top of our list. The work that they do with the veterans in our community is so admirable, and we are proud to continue supporting them and their mission of making the transition for soldiers a bit easier.”

NHRA Top Fuel driver, Justin Ashley is excited to get involved with the Wyakin Foundation. “I first learned about the Wyakin Foundation this past January at the Phillips Connect HQ, and I instantly felt a connection with its mission. It’s an honor to partner with an organization so passionately dedicated to helping veterans within the community. Our team is very much looking forward to working closely with Wyakin throughout the 2022 season to help assist in successfully accomplishing their mission.”

Through its involvement with the NHRA, the Wyakin Foundation will be exposed to a multitude of fundraising opportunities. It will also encourage veteran participation by inviting them to the races to experience the sport firsthand.

“When presented with the opportunity to partner with Phillips Connect and Justin Ashley Racing, we instantly saw the fit,” said Wyakin Foundation’s Executive Director, Cory Rodriguez. “Our organization’s culture is built around the principles of hard work and commitment, and we see that with Justin Ashley and his team. We cannot wait to see what the 2022 season brings, and are excited to be front row, cheering on Justin.”

Since 2010, Wyakin has served as a conduit, connecting wounded and injured veterans to their successful and fulfilling civilian futures through education, development, and guidance. It treats each veteran as an individual, and formulates a plan for them based on their unique needs. The Wyakin Foundation creates strategies that help each veteran overcome his or her past and move toward a healthy and fulfilling future.