First Lady Melania Trump Joins IndyCar and Fox Corporation in Landmark Strategic Alliance to Expand Fostering the Future

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Office of the First Lady

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 18, 2026

First Lady Melania Trump Joins IndyCar and Fox Corporation in Landmark Strategic Alliance to Expand Fostering the Future

First Lady Melania Trump’s Fostering the Future initiative is launching a groundbreaking alliance with IndyCar, Fox Corporation, and two universities to expand academic opportunities for individuals transitioning from foster care.

The strategic relationship will be announced at the White House before the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, DC, scheduled for August 22-23, 2026, highlighting the strong connection between education and sport.

WHAT:

First Lady Melania Trump Joins IndyCar and Fox Corporation in Landmark Strategic Alliance to Expand Fostering the Future

WHO:

Mrs. Melania Trump, First Lady of the United States

Mr. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States

Mr. Roger Penske, Founder and Chairman of the Penske Corporation

Mr. Doug Boles, President of IndyCar

Mr. Eric Shanks, CEO and Executive Producer of FOX Sports

Dr. Pamela Whitten, President of Indiana University

Mrs. Cherise Hall, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management at Purdue University

NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers Scott Dixon, Alexander Rossi, Scott McLaughlin and Graham Rahal

Youth with Lived Experience in Foster Care

WHEN:

Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET

WHERE:

The White House Rose Garden

MEDIA CREDENTIALS:

Press credentials for this event may be requested through the Office of the First Lady here . Deadline to request credentials: Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.

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