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.
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Motivational Monday: Dreams don't come true because they are likely. They come true because someone believed in them long after everyone else stopped. ... See MoreSee Less
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🔥 TUESDAY NIGHT SHOP NIGHT! 🔧
The crew is back in the shop tonight, getting the Follow A Dream Nitro Funny Car ready to make some noise!
And we’ve got exciting news…
WE’RE GOING TESTING! 🔥
📍 New England Dragway & Motorsports Park
🔥 @O’Reilly Auto Parts Night of Fire
📅 August 22, 2026 (testing on 21st as well)
Come out, see the car, meet Jay Blake and the team, and watch us get back on the track!
See you all there! 🔥
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Motivational Monday: The world is full of people who will tell you what is probable. The happiest people are often the ones that had the courage to believe in what was possible instead. ... See MoreSee Less
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Some moments never lose their meaning. Every year, coming back to Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, Massachusetts, brings everything full circle for Jay Blake.
This is where Jay came after losing his sight and began rebuilding his life. Today, he returns each summer with the Follow A Dream Funny Car to share his story and remind students that blindness does not define what is possible.
This year's summer students were thrilled to see the race car up close, climb into the cockpit, and imagine themselves behind the wheel. Watching their excitement is always a highlight of our visit.
Thank you to everyone at The Carroll Center for welcoming us back each year. We are honored to be part of this tradition and hope every student leaves believing that with a positive attitude, determination, education, passion, and teamwork, any dream is possible. ... See MoreSee Less
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Motivational Monday: If your dream doesn't scare you a little and your hope doesn't require a little faith, you may not be dreaming big enough. ... See MoreSee Less
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Some stories remind us that innovation comes in many forms.
One company builds electric ferries. One totally blind crew chief races a 300 mph Nitro Funny Car. Both prove that believing in what's possible can change lives.
We're honored to have Follow A Dream and Jay Blake featured in this inspiring opinion piece. We hope you'll take a moment to read it and share it with someone who could use a reminder that dreams are worth chasing.
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What two Cape Cod dreamers taught me about life | OPINION
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Dreams carried these Cape Codders further than anyone imagined.0 CommentsComment on Facebook