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
Jay Blake spent some time in the office on a video call with students from Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) sharing his story, inspiring and connecting with the next generation.
In the shop, it’s grinding as usual. The team is putting in the work and staying after it every day.
Maple Grove Raceway is up next and we’re ready for it.
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A little backstory on this unique team:
Jay Blake, the world’s only totally blind crew chief, built Follow A Dream Racing into a team that blends competitive racing with a national speaking program.
After years in Top Alcohol Funny Car, the team is now stepping into Nitro, a longtime dream for Jay.
The IHRA Triple Crown at Maple Grove will be our second Nitro race, and we’re excited to keep learning and building momentum at a track that means so much to Jay’s journey. ... See MoreSee Less
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Maple Grove Raceway is where it all started for Jay Blake. Now it’s where we take the next step.
For the first time ever, Follow A Dream is bringing a Nitro Funny Car to Maple Grove.
This is the first race in the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series Triple Crown series toward the $1,000,000 bonus.
More power. Bigger stage. Same dream.
Come by the pits, meet Jay, and see the car up close.
FREE Pit Party + Autograph Session Thursday night.
May 21–24
Maple Grove Raceway
Tickets: ihra.com/tickets/c1041733-9046-4ba7-8fcc-d11abf8244d6
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There are tracks that mean something… and then there’s this one.
Maple Grove Raceway is where Jay Blake first came back after losing his sight. It’s where the idea for Follow A Dream really took hold. The place where a new path started.
He’s raced here many times in a Top Alcohol Funny Car.
But this year is different.
This is the first time Jay returns with a Nitro Funny Car in the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series
Same track. Bigger dream.
Come by the pits, meet Jay, see the car up close, and be part of a weekend that means more than just racing. Don’t miss the FREE Thursday night Pit Party and autograph session.
IHRA Triple Crown – Maple Grove
This is the first of three events toward the $1,000,000 bonus.
Class: Nitro Funny Car
Dates:
May 21 – Pit Party + Autograph Session (7 PM)
May 22–23 – Racing
May 24 – Bull Riding + Concert (TBA)
Location: Maple Grove Raceway, Mohnton, PA
Tickets: ihra.com/tickets/c1041733-9046-4ba7-8fcc-d11abf8244d6
Come meet Jay, watch us run, or follow along all weekend.
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Motivational Monday: Stop carrying old feelings into new experiences. ... See MoreSee Less
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Motivational Monday: Do not let the behavior of others ruin your inner peace. ... See MoreSee Less
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