Urban Youth Racing School introduces intercity youth, specifically urban youth to motorsports while teaching them about engineering and science vocations. The Grand Prix is their fundraiser to help keep the program free for low-income and working-class families. The race included 13 NASCAR drivers, politicians including state senators and council members, as well as host Patty Jackson and Kim Coons. Sponsors like McDonald’s, Comcast, and RedBull activated in a STEM area surrounding the Go Kart track in front of the Please Touch Museum.