Our mission

A family foundation helping families

Founded in 2018 by NASCAR Driver Ryan Blaney and his family, the Ryan Blaney Family Foundationis a registered 501(c)3 based in North Carolina. We are dedicated to raising brain health awareness and resources to support people, families, and caregivers facing an Alzheimer’s disease or concussion diagnosis.

OUR IMPACT

2024 Impact Report

It’s been a great year for the Foundation and we’ve been able to help caregivers, provide families resources that they need, and bring more awareness to the challenges of Alzheimer’s and the impact of concussions.

What’s New

Check out the foundation’s latest impact & other news

14 Oct

News

Barrett-Jackson to Sell 2005 Ford GT During 2026 Scottsdale Auction to Benefit the Ryan Blaney Family Foundation

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. ‒ Oct. 14, 2025 – Barrett-Jackson (https://www.barrett-jackson.com/), The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is once again teaming up with NASCAR Cup Series Champion Ryan Blaney – this time to offer a 2005 Ford GT benefiting the Ryan Blaney Family Foundation during the 2026 Scottsdale Auction, January 17-25, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Generously donated by a Ford and NASCAR enthusiast, the 2005 Ford GT was introduced today at WestWorld of Scottsdale during an online media preview with Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson, and Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. A special in-person presentation of the Ford GT with […]

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29 Sep

News

August – Honoring Legacies and Celebrating Wins

August brought much excitement and meaningful moments for the Foundation. Early in the month, the FDA approved weekly subcutaneous maintenance dosing of Leqembi—a significant step forward in Alzheimer’s treatment. You can learn more about this milestone here: FDA Approves Leqembi Subcutaneous Maintenance Dosing. On August 2, the 17th Annual Lou Blaney Memorial was held at Sharon Speedway. This year’s race was especially meaningful as we honored both Lou and Kate Blaney. With Kate’s passing in July, we were even more motivated to make the event a success, knowing how deeply she shaped it over the years. Thanks to lap sponsorships, […]

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Our Inspiration

About the foundation

The Blaney family knows the impact of brain health challenges firsthand. Alzheimer’s disease left a lasting mark when they lost their patriarch, Lou Blaney—a legendary racecar driver and, above all, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Deeply loved and respected, Lou’s memory fuels the family’s mission. Since his passing, the Blaneys have become passionate advocates in the fight against this devastating disease, which affects more than 7 million people in the United States and over 55 million people worldwide.

Contact Us

FOR FOUNDATION BUSINESS ONLY
PO Box 1875,
Concord, NC 28026

info@ryanblaneyfamilyfoundation.org