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Centennial Indianapolis 500 'Stinger' Concept Car to Gain 189th Signature on Nov. 17

State-of-the-art Concept Car Pays Tribute to Indianapolis 500 History and Raises an Additional $1,890 for Deserving Charities Through Window World Cares

Florence, S.C., Nov. 17, 2011 — 'The Stinger,' a 2011 concept show car and tribute to the first winning Indianapolis 500 car will gain the signature of a NASCAR Hall of Famer and four-time Indy 500 starter, Cale Yarborough, on Thursday, Nov. 17 at Cale Yarborough Honda in Florence, S.C. Of the 273 former Indy 500 starters anticipated to sign the car, this signature marks the 189th signature the Stinger has received. In honor of this significant autograph, Window World will donate an additional $1,890 to its charitable foundation, Window World Cares.

Window World Cares has made a donation for each signature received to support causes such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Veterans Airlift Command, but this will be the largest donation given for an autograph on the Stinger. Since 2008, Window World Cares has raised more than $2.1 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and supported 16 missions for Veterans Airlift Command and donated more than 40,000 miles.

Currently, the Stinger features the signatures of legends and drivers, including Mario Andretti, Dario Franchitti, Buddy Rice, Johnny Rutherford, Helio Castroneves, Dick Simon, Sébastien Bourdais, Bill Vukovich Jr., Larry Dickson, Jeff Ward, Bubby Jones, Davy Jones, Dan Wheldon, Steve Kinser and Sam Hornish Jr.

"The story of the Stinger is a story of hope we can tell through Window World Cares, from children battling life-threatening diseases to wounded or special needs soldiers who have stood up for our freedom," said Tammy Whitworth, chairman and CEO, Window World, Inc. and co-founder, Window World Cares. "Window World is excited to donate the additional $1,890 to continue to support these causes that inspire us on a daily basis to do all we can to help."

The No. 100 Stinger, developed by John Andretti, Andretti Autosport and Window World, was unveiled at the 100th Indianapolis 500 in May. It features a yellow and black color scheme taken directly from the 1911 Marmon Wasp.

"Window World has been involved in motorsports for many years, and we are proud to pay tribute to Indy legends and those that make racing what it is today," said Dana Deem, president, Window World, Inc. "More importantly, we're humbled to tell the story of our work with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and hope we will inspire others to contribute to this worthy organization."

For more information, please visit www.windowworld.com and www.windowworld.com/the-stinger/.

About Window World:
Window World Inc., headquartered in North Wilkesboro, N.C., is America's largest replacement window and home remodeling company with offices in more than 200 cities nationwide. Founded in 1995, the company consistently delivers value to homeowners by combining quality windows, siding and doors with excellent service at low prices. An ENERGY STAR® retail partner, Window World sells and installs more than one million high-quality residential replacement windows annually. Window World replacement windows have earned the coveted Good Housekeeping Seal for four consecutive years. Through a brand and design partnership with Kathy Ireland, the company offers an assortment of windows, siding and door collections exclusively by kathy ireland Home® by Window World. Additionally, Window World Cares, its charitable foundation established in 2008, helps the Window World family provide funding for commendable community causes, including Veterans Airlift Command and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Visit www.WindowWorld.com or call 1-800-NEXT-WINDOW for more information.

About Window World Cares:
Window World Cares is the charitable foundation of America's largest replacement window and home remodeling company, Window World, Inc. Funds raised through Window World Cares are used for donations, community outreach programs and other benevolent events. In addition to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Window World Cares also sponsors Veterans Airlift Command, which provides free transportation to injured soldiers, veterans and their immediate families. Since its creation in 2008, Window World Cares is responsible for raising more than $2.1 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Window World Cares is headed by Tammy Whitworth, wife of the late Todd Whitworth, former CEO of Window World. In 2010, Window World Cares was named New Corporate Partner of the Year by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. To learn more about Window World Cares and its charitable partners or to donate, visit www.WindowWorldCares.com.

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