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INSPIRE 2026 APPLICATION

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High school girls are invited to participate in INSPIRE Sonoma — a hands-on motorsports career exploration experience at Sonoma Raceway during the Velocity International race event.

 

Participants will:

  • Meet women working in motorsports including engineers, drivers, technicians, hospitality leaders, media professionals, marketing teams, and race management

  • Participate in guided “walk & talk” learning sessions through the paddock

  • Learn how race teams prepare vehicles, manage race-day operations, and execute strategy

  • Explore STEM pathways within engineering, technology, communications, and leadership

  • Observe a live Velocity International race event

 

Event Date: Saturday, May 30

Pick up and drop off at Sonoma Valley High School

Travel together to Sonoma Raceway

 

Morning snack provided prior to departure.

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes, as we will be walking throughout the race facility.

 

Return to SVHS early afternoon (approximately 1:30–2:00 PM, depending on race schedule).

 

Applications open April 13 – May 1)

Apply below

 

Learn more about the Velocity International race event at:

https://www.sonomaraceway.com/events/velocity-invitational/

 

Waivers are required for ALL girls selected.

 

For questions, please contact:

Michelle Della Penna

mdp@dellapennafoundation.org

Thanks for applying to with us! We'll get back to you soon.

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