NASCAR Foundation Announces Finalists for 2026 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award
The NASCAR Foundation has revealed the four finalists for the 16th annual Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award, which honors NASCAR fans who volunteer for children's causes. Each finalist will receive a minimum $25,000 donation for their organization, with the overall winner receiving a $100,000 donation. The finalists include Mary Caruso from Corning, N.Y., who leads the Corning Community Food Pantry; James Ford from Richmond, Va., a volunteer with Ronald McDonald House Richmond; Lyette Reback from North Palm Beach, Fla., founder of Believe With Me; and Jim Osborn from Apison, Tenn., founder of The Austin Hatcher Foundation. The winner will be determined by an online vote open until September 6, with the announcement set for September 8 during The NASCAR Foundation Honors Gala in New York City. 
