Aegis Living Joins The DRIVE Event As Presenting Sponsor
Russell Wilson and Kasey Kahne co-hosted concert and golf event to benefit Strong Against Cancer initiative
SEATTLE, WASH./CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 15, 2015) –Seahawks QB Russell Wilson and Washington-raised NASCAR driver Kasey Kahne, announced today thatRedmond, Wash.-based Aegis Living signed on as the presenting sponsor of The DRIVE charity concert and golf event scheduled for June 29-30 at Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum, Wash. Aegis Living is a national leader in senior assisted-living and memory care facilities throughout the states of Washington, California and Nevada.
The second-annualDRIVEeventwill feature over a dozen sports and entertainment celebrities and has designated Seattle Children’s and their Strong Against Cancer initiative to be the beneficiary of The DRIVE.
“We’re honored to be part of this remarkable Strong Against Cancer initiative headed up by Russell and Kasey,” said Aegis Living CEO and Founder Dwayne Clark. “My team at Aegis Living may be a leader in the assisted-living industry, but we’re also huge fans of these two remarkable local sports stars. We want to thank Russell and Kasey for their efforts to help save the lives of children worldwide.”
The 2015 eventis sold outwiththe support of many other sponsors, including major partners Farmers Insurance, Great Clips, Financial Advocates, NW Chevy, Virginia Mason, Alaska Airlines and QFC. The DRIVEpromises to bea remarkable event, giving Wilson and Kahne the opportunity to make an even bigger impact at Seattle Children’s and in the world of pediatric cancer.
Together, with the help from fans and corporate partners, they will raise awareness and valuable funds for research that supports immunotherapy – a medical treatment that harnesses the power of a child’s immune cells to fight cancer. This breakthrough treatment is giving hope to thousands of young people all over the world battling cancer who are in need of a cure. Fans are encouraged to join Wilson and Kahne and donate at share on social media with hashtag #wilsonkahnedrive.
Former The Voice television show star performer Preston Pohl returnsto kickoff the two-day fundraising event by hosting a concert on Monday nightfeaturing a mix of musicians. Celebrities that will attend festivities over the two days are Wilson’s Seahawks teammates Jermaine Kearse and RJ Archer; sports stars Denny Hamlin (NASCAR driver), Michael Waltrip (NASCAR driver), Kirkland, Wash.-native Bryan Walters (NFL Jacksonville Jaguars), Detlef Schrempf (former NBA player for Seattle SuperSonics), Adam Eaton (former MLB player), and Grant Fuhr (former NHL player); actors Kevin Sorbo, Frankie Muniz, Lane Garrison, Gary Valentine, Richard Karn, and Debbe Dunning; plus sports news personalities Marty Smith (ESPN reporter) and Molly McGrath(FOX Sports 1 anchor). For the full list of celebrities scheduled to attend, please visit
PARTNER HIGHLIGHT: AEGIS LIVING
At Aegis Living giving back to others reflects our commitment to healthy, happy communities. We dedicate time and financial resources to our employees and a multitude of local, regional and national organizations. We’re proud to be a major sponsor of The DRIVE event, partnering with Russell Wilson and Kasey Kahne to support the Seattle Children’s Hospital Strong Against Cancer initiative, as part of our continued effort to make life better for those who are more vulnerable in our community.Learn more at
About the Kasey Kahne Foundation
The Kasey Kahne Foundation is a 501(c)3 committed to raising awareness and funds for charities supporting chronically ill children and their families. The KKF also strives to empower youth and inspire their future through education by donating to programs dedicated to fulfilling children’s needs for success. Since 2005, Kasey has dedicated countless hours by visiting with ill children, granting their wishes and speaking to groups of school aged children about the importance of education. To learn more about fundraising events and supporting the KKF, please visit
About the Why Not You Foundation
The Why Not You Foundation is a 501(c)3 charity founded by Seattle Seahawks’ Quarterback Russell Wilson. The Why Not You Foundation’s mission is: to empower change in the world one individual at a time. Why Not You? Why Not Us? Please visit the WNY Foundation’s website for additional information on past and present initiatives.
About Strong Against Cancer
Strong Against Cancer is a nationwide initiative inspired by the immunotherapy discoveries at the Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer Research at Seattle Children’s Research Institute. This initiative is a team effort on the part of hospitals, researchers, doctors, nurses, corporations, organizations and individuals. The captain of the team is Russell Wilson, quarterback of the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, who learned about immunotherapy during his regular visits to Seattle Children’s Hospital. Clinical trials for this therapy are now underway and are producing exceptional results in eliminating childhood leukemia. The aim of the Strong Against Cancer team is to create a national philanthropic initiative with worldwide implications for curing childhood cancers through these immunotherapy treatments. For more information or to make a donation, visit strongagainstcancer.org.
Media Contacts
Lisa Cannon
Kasey Kahne Racing
704.662.8549 ext 207
John Yeager
Public Relations Director
Aegis Living
425.765.9845