ANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 29, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Three former Indianapolis 500 starters visited the Window World, Inc.® booth at the West Coast Franchise Expo last week in Anaheim, Ca., to sign The Stinger, a modern day centennial tribute to the first winning Indy 500 car, the 1911 Marmon Wasp.
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Anaheim was The Stinger's latest stop on a nationwide tour to obtain signatures from each of the 274 living Indy 500 starters, dating from 1949 to 2011, whose names are laid out on the vehicle's graphics package. During the three-day event, Window World hosted Alex Barron, George Mack, and Billy Scott at its booth for the car signings. "It is an honor to be a part of this legacy and support such a worthy cause," said Alex Barron about his signing. George Mack added, "I am thrilled to be involved with this mission and to work with John Andretti, Window World and Window World Cares."
Window World Cares®, Window World's philanthropic foundation benefitting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, makes a donation of $189 for each signature. The three additional signatures from the West Coast Franchise Expo bring the current total to 236 driver signings and $44,604. The car will be auctioned at a later date, with proceeds supporting St. Jude's mission of finding a cure for childhood cancer and other catastrophic illnesses. Billy Scott commented on the project, "The Stinger represents more than the first 100 years of racing at the Indy 500, it represents hope for the children of St. Jude and their families."
Window World attended the event, known as the largest franchise expo in the west, to meet potential new franchisees interested in becoming part of America's Largest Replacement Window and Residential Remodeling Company. Attendees had the chance to speak with top Window World executives face-to-face to learn more about current franchising opportunities.
The Stinger's next stop will be the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, in November.
About Window World, Inc.®
Window World, Inc.®, headquartered in North Wilkesboro, N.C., is a replacement window company with stores and offices in more than 200 cities nationwide. Founded in 1995 and led by CEO Tammy Whitworth, the company supplies windows, siding and doors to consumers through its network of stores. Window World is an ENERGY STAR® retail partner. Many of its window products have earned the Good HousekeepingSeal six years in a row. In 2013 it ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Windows and Doors in a Tie" by J.D. Power. For more information about Window World, visit www.WindowWorld.com or call 1-800 NEXT WINDOW.
About Window World Cares®
Window World Cares® was founded in 2008 by Tammy Whitworth and her late husband, Todd. Since its inception, the foundation has raised more than $3 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®. Additionally, Window World was named New Corporate Partner of the Year in 2010. To learn more about Window World Cares or to donate, visit www.WindowWorldCares.com.
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