Ryan Newman is no longer associated with the non-profit animal welfare organization that he co-founded, something he revealed on social media.
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The former Cup Series driver announced the news with a simple post on his Instagram account. He did not provide a reason for the sudden change.
"To all my fans and supporters on and off the race track, I wanted to send you a message so you hear it from me," Newman wrote on Wednesday. "I am no longer a board member or supporter of Rescue Ranch in Statesville, NC."
Back in 2012, Newman and then-wife Krissie co-founded Rescue Ranch on 87 acres north of the Charlotte metropolitan area. This non-profit organization has provided sanctuary and residency to more than 80 rescued animals from a wide variety of breeds. This includes goats, horses, cows, pigs, and birds among other examples.
Along with housing these rescued animals, Rescue Ranch also provides educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. The facility provides camps, field trips, scout programs, and other opportunities for people to get hands-on encounters with different animals. This way, these visitors can better learn about animal welfare and proper pet ownership.
Newman, an Indiana native, was a mainstay on the NASCAR circuit for well over 20 years after winning multiple championships in the Midget racing world.
He achieved success at all three national levels. This includes winning one of his seven Craftsman Truck Series starts, seven of his 65 O'Reilly Auto Parts Series starts, and 18 of his 733 Cup Series starts. He finished second behind Kevin Harvick in the 2014 championship standings.
Newman lost his full-time ride in 2022 as Roush Fenway Racing welcomed new co-owner Brad Keselowski and transformed into RFK Racing. He continued competing in different series and continued winning.
The veteran driver won the 2023 championship in the Superstar Racing Experience (SRX), which ceased to exist after three seasons. He also continues to compete full-time in the S.M.A.R.T. Modified Tour, which competes on short tracks across the Southeast.
