Sherry Pollex
WoMo racing // Marshall, Michigan, United States
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From motorsports family to powerful advocate, Sherry Pollex transformed her cancer battle into a mission of hope, raising millions through her foundation and inspiring the NASCAR community.
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Sherry Pollex was an influential figure in motorsports who transformed her family racing background into powerful advocacy, becoming a beacon of strength and hope in the NASCAR community through her cancer advocacy and philanthropic work.
EARLY YEARS
Born on May 10, 1979, in Marshall, Michigan, Sherry grew up immersed in racing culture through her father Greg Pollex, a Late Model driver who later became a team owner in NASCAR’s national series. Her family relocated to Florida during her middle school years, where her passion for motorsports continued to develop. After graduating from Florida State University with a degree in Sports Marketing, she moved to North Carolina and began her career in NASCAR Public Relations, creating a foundation for her future impact in the racing world.
EARLY SUCCESS
While not a driver herself, Pollex made her mark in motorsports through her marketing expertise and philanthropic initiatives. In 2007, she co-founded the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation with NASCAR driver Martin Truex Jr., focusing on supporting underfunded initiatives for ovarian and childhood cancer. Her entrepreneurial spirit emerged in 2008 when she opened Lavender Boutique, but it was her growing influence within the NASCAR community that truly defined her path. In 2010, she launched “Catwalk for a Cause,” a fashion show featuring children battling cancer alongside NASCAR figures, which became a cornerstone charitable event in the racing world.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2007: Co-founded the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation to support cancer initiatives.
- 2010: Created “Catwalk for a Cause,” which has raised over $4 million for children battling cancer.
- 2014: Following her stage 3c ovarian cancer diagnosis, demonstrated remarkable resilience through emergency surgery and 17 months of chemotherapy.
- 2015: Launched SherryStrong.org to raise awareness and empower women regarding ovarian cancer.
- 2017: Received the Myers Brothers Award alongside Martin Truex Jr. for contributions to stock car racing.
- 2022: Served as honorary pace car driver at the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 500.
- 2023: Posthumously honored with the Myers Brothers Award by the National Motorsports Press Association.
REPUTATION
Sherry was revered throughout the motorsports community for her unwavering courage, particularly through her nine-year battle with ovarian cancer. Her #SherryStrong message resonated deeply with fans and competitors alike, inspiring countless individuals facing similar challenges. Beyond her personal fight, she earned tremendous respect for transforming her platform into a powerful force for good, particularly through the success of “Catwalk for a Cause” and her advocacy for cancer awareness. NASCAR officials, drivers, and fans recognized her as a pillar of strength whose impact extended far beyond the racetrack, embodying the spirit of compassion and determination that defines the best of motorsports culture.
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