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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Nothing like pumping oil on a Friday night and getting this Nitro Funny Car ready for Maple Grove Raceway. Big thanks to Red Line Synthetic Oil for helping keep us running hard as we head into the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series Triple Crown chasing that finish line.
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🚨The IHRA Triple Crown weekend just got even bigger!🚨
We’re kicking things off with a FREE Triple Crown Pit Party at Maple Grove Raceway on Thursday, May 21, from 6 PM–9 PM, and all fans are welcome.
Enjoy food, drinks, music, the Fan Zone powered by Synergy SpeedLab, family-friendly racing fun, and your chance to meet the drivers during the autograph session beginning at 7 PM.
It’s the perfect way to launch an unforgettable Memorial Day weekend featuring Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Mod, Mountain Motor Pro Stock, and the opening battle for the IHRA Triple Crown million-dollar chase.
📍 Maple Grove Raceway
🗓 Free Triple Crown Pit Party: Thursday, May 21 | 6 PM–9 PM
🏁 IHRA Triple Crown Racing: May 22–24
Bring the whole family, meet the stars of the sport, and be part of the first-ever IHRA Triple Crown celebration.
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Happy Birthday to our driver, Phil Burkart! We’re incredibly grateful for everything Phil does for Follow A Dream both on and off the racetrack. His passion, dedication, and belief in this team mean the world to us. Thank you for being such a huge part of this journey as we chase our Nitro dreams together. Wishing you an amazing day, Phil!
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The fire is lit and the countdown to Maple Grove has officially begun!
Tuner Robert Schwab driver Phil Burkart and the world’s only totally blind crew chief Jay Blake are bringing the Dream Team and the Follow A Dream Nitro Funny Car to Maple Grove Raceway for the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series Triple Crown Race!
This is the first of three events toward the $1,000,000 bonus and we’re ready to chase history in Nitro Funny Car competition.
Come meet the team in the pits, see the car up close, catch us on the racetrack, or follow along on social media all weekend long.
Don’t miss the FREE Thursday Night Pit Party + Autograph Session!
IHRA Triple Crown – Maple Grove
Location: Maple Grove Raceway
May 21 – Pit Party + Autograph Session (7 PM)
May 22–23 – Racing
May 24 – Bull Riding + Concert (TBA)
Class: Nitro Funny Car
Tickets: ihra.com/tickets/c1041733-9046-4ba7-8fcc-d11abf8244d6
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For those wondering if we figured out that little issue…
Yeah. I’d say we did 😎🔥
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Tuesday night in the shop.
Long nights, sore backs, busted knuckles and a whole lot of determination. Every run we make starts right here with people willing to keep showing up and putting in the work.
Maple Grove Raceway is getting closer and this team is grinding every chance we get. One step at a time toward the dream. See you at the Triple Crown IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series
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