NASCAR fans will soon see a special livery on the track as Parker Retzlaff prepares to take the wheel of the No. 99 FDNY Foundation Chevrolet fielded by Viking Motorsports for the upcoming Cup Series event at Pocono Raceway on June 13.
Honoring a Quarter‑Century of Sacrifice
The race will mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a moment that will be used to remember the 343 firefighters who lost their lives that day and in the years since, a tribute that aligns with the FDNY Foundation’s ongoing mission.
The partnership between the foundation, the driver and the team is more than symbolic; it also serves to raise both awareness and funds for fire‑safety education and training programs that the foundation provides to New York’s firefighters, EMTs and paramedics.
Investing in Future Readiness
Proceeds from the event and the broader awareness campaign are earmarked to finance operational advances and state‑of‑the‑art training for the FDNY, ensuring that the city’s first responders continue to have the tools and preparation needed to protect New Yorkers.
Retzlaff, who grew up watching the heroes of September 11, said he feels deeply honored to represent the foundation and to drive in remembrance of those who gave everything, a sentiment that underscores the personal connection many feel to the cause.
As the engines roar at Pocono, the No. 99 car will carry a message that blends speed with solemn remembrance, reminding fans that the legacy of September 11 lives on not only in memory but in concrete actions that support those who still serve on the front lines.