Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the mission of the Jimmie Johnson Foundation?
The Jimmie Johnson Foundation is dedicated to assisting children, families and communities in need.
2. What charities do you support?
We currently support the Champions Grant Program in partnership with Lowe's Toolbox for Education, the Hendrick Marrow Program, the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte as our partner programs.
We are not accepting proposals for new partner programs at this time.
3. Do you accept proposals for funding from other charities?
We are not accepting unsolicited proposals at this time.
4. Do you provide grants to individuals?
No, unfortunately, the foundation is unable to provide grants directly to individuals or families.
5. What is Jimmie Johnson’s autograph policy?
Due to the overwhelming amount of requests, the Jimmie Johnson Fan Club is currently not accepting autograph requests or items to be signed. We respectfully ask that you please do not send requests or items to the Jimmie Johnson Fan Club, the Jimmie Johnson Foundation or Hendrick Motorsports. Please visit Jimmie’s website at www.jimmiejohnson.com and/or Jimmie’s official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/jimmiejohnson to see Jimmie’s appearance schedule where you could have a chance to meet him and potentially receive an autograph. In addition, please visit the Jimmie Johnson Foundation eBay Store at www.ebay.com/jimmiejohnsonfoundation to learn how you can purchase Jimmie autographed items through eBay and help raise money for the JJF.
6. Does Jimmie Johnson make personal appearances on behalf of charities?
Due to the overwhelming number of requests, Jimmie Johnson’s charitable appearances are limited to events that benefit the Jimmie Johnson Foundation and our partner programs.
7. Does Jimmie Johnson grant requests to meet children or adults with life-threatening illnesses?
Yes. The Jimmie Johnson Foundation accommodates as many wish requests as possible. There are a handful of steps involved in processing the requests. Your request should be faxed or mailed to the foundation at the address below on letterhead from an official wish or dream granting organization. It is important to note that due to the logistics involved, at-track wishes are only granted through select wish granting organizations.
The Jimmie Johnson Foundation
4325 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28262
Fax: (704) 453-2585
8. Does the foundation donate autographed items for charity events?
Due to the large number of requests we receive, auction item donations are limited to organizations with missions that are similar to that of the Jimmie Johnson Foundation, to assist children and families in need throughout the United States. Criteria include:
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The foundation requires 8 weeks to process requests.
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The foundation will be able to honor 12 requests per month on a first come, first serve basis. Organizations are encouraged to submit their application early.
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The standard item is an autographed 8” x 10” Hero Card
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Organizations are limited to one autographed item per year.
If your organization fits within our mission and request timeframe, please click here to contact the foundation for the official request form.
PLEASE NOTE: Email is our preferred method of communication for auction item requests. If you choose to send a hard copy via USPS, please be sure to include an email address in your letter. Unfortunately, requests without email addresses will not be considered.
9. What is the foundation mailing address and contact information?
The Jimmie Johnson Foundation
4325 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: 704-453-2583
Fax: 704-453-2585
Email: jjf@jjracinginc.com
10. For questions or comments regarding Jimmie's racing:
Please direct questions to JJFanclub@windstream.net
11. For questions pertaining to Lowe’s:
Please direct questions for Lowe’s to Lowe’s Customer Care at 1-800-445-6937 or customercare@lowes.com.