FAQ
Thank you for your interest in the Jimmie Johnson Foundation.
Your question may be answered in our Frequently Asked Questions below.
Due to the volume of emails we receive, if your question is answered in the FAQ, we are unable to provide a personal response.
1. 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 Project L.I.F.T. 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 number of inquiries we receive, we are not able to accept 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/jimmiejohnson 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 Jimmie call, write or visit individuals?
Due to the travel and sponsor demands of his schedule, Jimmie is not able to call, write or visit individuals.
9. Does the foundation donate autographed items for charity events?
Unfortunately we no longer offer an autographed item request program.
In an effort to continue to support the many worthy non-profit organizations across the country, we encourage you to nominate your organization for the opportunity to receive a $10,000 grant and to be featured on the Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope. Visit www.helmetofhope.org for details.
10. 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
11. For questions or comments pertaining to Jimmie Johnson, including racing and appearance information:
Please direct questions to contact@jjracinginc.com.
12. 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.
