Racing
The Follow a Dream team campaigns its Nitro Funny Car in the National Hot Rod Association, the largest auto racing organization in the world.
Speaking Engagements
Follow A Dream is a non-profit organization with the mission of demonstrating the Power of Positive Thinking, Self-Determination, and Teamwork.
Our Mission
Established in 1999, Follow A Dream is a non-profit 501(C)3 organization with the mission of demonstrating the Power of Positive Thinking, Self-Determination, and Teamwork. The organization’s message is uniquely delivered through NHRA drag racing as its medium.
As racing’s only totally blind, race crew chief, Follow A Dream Founder Jay Blake draws upon his personal experience of overcoming adversity and achieving his dream of auto racing and shares his inspiration with others. He is also available for motivational speaking engagements at various types of events.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
In case you missed it, Jay Blake and Follow A Dream were featured on WCVB Channel 5’s Chronicle tonight!
We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to share Jay’s story and the mission behind Follow A Dream.
Thank you to the Chronicle on WCVB Channel 5 team for helping us share Jay’s journey and our message of Positive Attitude, Education, Passion, Determination, and Teamwork.
Here is the link to watch the story:
www.wcvb.com/article/jay-blake-follow-a-dream/73827160
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Jay Blake rebuilt his life around racing and five tools for success
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FOLLOW A DREAM IS ON CHRONICLE!
Tune in this Monday, September 21, as Chronicle on WCVB Channel 5 Chronicle features Jay Blake and Follow A Dream!
From losing his sight in a devastating accident to becoming the world's only totally blind race car crew chief, Jay's journey is a powerful reminder that no obstacle is too great when you have a dream and the determination to pursue it.
We're excited to share the story of Jay, our team, and the mission behind Follow A Dream with Chronicle's viewers!
Be sure to tune in and see how we're proving that the only limits in life are the ones you place on yourself!
WCVB Channel 5 Chronicle
Monday, September 21
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What a day at Cocktails for Cars at Heritage Museums & Gardens!
The torrential rain may have changed the plans and kept us, and most of the other participants from bringing our cars, but it certainly didn’t keep people away! We were so happy to see such a great turnout despite the weather.☔
Jay Blake had a wonderful time visiting Heritage Museums & Gardens taking in their beautiful collection of antique and classic automobiles, and getting the chance to meet Wayne Carini of Chasing Classic Cars.
Thank you to Heritage Museums & Gardens for having us, and to everyone who braved the rain and came out. We had a great time!
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Jay Blake stopped by the Tasca Car Show in Cranston, Rhode Island today, not as a speaker or with the race team, but simply as a fellow car enthusiast checking out the show and enjoying some incredible rides and saying hi to his friend Bob Tasca III.
If you're in the area, come on out, take in the show, and you might just run into the world’s only totally blind crew chief!
If you see Jay wandering around, be sure to stop and say hello. He always loves meeting fellow motorsports fans and friends of Follow A Dream.
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🇺🇸 WE REMEMBER.
September 11, 2001, is a day forever etched into the heart of our nation.
We remember the lives that were lost. We honor the heroes who ran toward danger. We remember the families whose lives changed forever, and the countless acts of courage, compassion and selflessness that followed.
At Follow A Dream, we often talk about the Five Tools for Your Life’s Toolbox: Positive Attitude, Education, Passion, Determination and Teamwork.
On September 11 and in the days that followed, we saw something even greater behind those words: the strength of the human spirit.
Our founder, Jay Blake, knows what it means to have life change in an instant. After losing his sight, he had to find a way forward when the path ahead seemed impossible. His journey has taught us that perseverance isn't about pretending something terrible didn't happen. It's about finding the courage to keep going while carrying it with you.
As a nation, we have known that kind of perseverance, too.
Twenty-five years later, we pause to remember those we lost, honor those who served and sacrificed, and reflect on the strength that comes when people stand together.
May we never forget the courage.
May we never forget the sacrifice.
May we never forget the importance of helping one another.
September 11, 2001 — We Remember. Always. 🇺🇸
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