Argy Family to benefit from NASCAR-autographed Helmet Raffle at Kart Expo ST. CHARLES, IL - Karting guru Tom Argy Jr., in one of his last acts of kindness and generosity for the karting industry prior to his sudden and tragic death last week, obtained the autographs of nearly all of the 2003 NASCAR drivers on an auto racing helmet. The helmet was to be raffled at the 2004 Kart Expo with all proceeds going to a local Chicago-area charity. However, upon learning that Tom left little insurance to care for his wife and children, it was decided by Darrell Sitarz, the Expo director, to change the program to benefit the Argy family. "Tom was an integral part of the show and a very good friend. This is probably the most unique and spectacular raffle we've held in the 12-year history of the show and it's fitting that we honor Tom's memory this way," said Sitarz. "With all the autographs, this helmet will be an enviable item in anyone's racing collection while helping Tom's family with a donation." There will be a total of 2,000 tickets available at $5 each for the raffle. Tickets will go on sale beginning November 21. Kart Expo International hopes to raise $10,000 from the drawing with the proceeds going to wife Sarah, Alyssa and Tommy Argy. To purchase tickets by mail, send a check or money order in US$ to: Kart Marketing Group, Attn: Argy Raffle, PO Box 101, Wheaton, Illinois 60189 USA and specify the number of raffle tickets and the name(s) on the tickets. Tickets will be immediately mailed to the purchaser. Tickets will also be available at various banquets and shows prior to and including Kart Expo. The drawing will be held on Sunday, February 22 at 2:00 PM at Kart Expo in St. Charles, Illinois. The winner need not be present. Kart Expo International is North America's Premiere Kart Racing Show, and will be held February 21-22, 2004 at Pheasant Run Resort and Convention Center in St. Charles, Illinois (Suburban Chicago). The show will feature nearly 300 booths of kart racing equipment from around the world. For more info, contact Kart Marketing Group at 630-653-7368 or karting@msn.com.