FLASH: Progressive American Flat Track has renewed its partnership with the rider‑support nonprofit Back on Track for the 2026 season, marking the eighth consecutive year the series has worked with the charity. The alliance pairs AFT’s top-level dirt‑track racing with an organization that helps riders through serious injuries and brings bike education into communities.
What the partnership does
– Back on Track will again serve as the series’ official charity, providing direct financial assistance, rehabilitation support, and help with medical bills and adaptive equipment for riders recovering from career‑threatening injuries.
– Progressive AFT and Back on Track will run fan‑facing fundraising at select rounds—everything from ticket‑linked donations to trackside sweepstakes and giveaways—so spectators can contribute while enjoying the race weekend.
– The teams will also collaborate on community outreach, including bike safety and skills training for children, bringing racetrack resources into schools and neighborhood centers.
Quarters for Kids and All Kids Bike
This year’s community push includes a Quarters for Kids initiative in partnership with All Kids Bike. For every race ticket sold, $0.25 will be earmarked for All Kids Bike’s Kindergarten PE Learn‑to‑Ride programs. Those modest contributions add up: Progressive AFT is targeting roughly $27,000 for 2026, which would fund equipment, teacher training and ready‑to‑teach curricula that can stay in a school for years—helping thousands of young children learn to ride and stay safe on two wheels.
How fans can help
– Buy a ticket: the simplest way to chip in is through the ticket‑linked donation. – Donate at the track: look for collection stations, sweepstakes and giveaways staffed by volunteers and team reps at ticket gates and paddock entry points. – Support remotely: the series will publish online fundraisers, special auctions and digital donation opportunities for fans who can’t attend in person. Official channels will list schedules, links and how proceeds are allocated.
Practical details and kickoff
– Season opener: Royal Enfield Short Track at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6, 2026. – Transparency: organizers say they will publish a full breakdown of participating rounds, fundraising mechanics and beneficiary criteria before activations begin. Volunteers and staff will be on hand at events to explain how donations are used.
Why this matters
Pairing immediate rider recovery aid with long‑term bike education addresses two sides of the sport’s future: it eases the financial burden on injured professionals today while investing in the next generation of riders and safer participation tomorrow.
Where to find more
Check the Progressive AFT website and official social channels for broadcast details, ticketing, auction dates and verified updates. Visit Back on Track and All Kids Bike pages for in‑depth program information and ways to donate directly.
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