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During shooting of "The Race," the young actors had fun with the working boxcar derby racers. These cars were a delight for the art department to create. Paired with Alabama's song "Angels Among Us," the spot teaches us that sometimes, caught up in the heat of the moment, we may find the richest rewards in life by just pausing and realizing something important may be happening right in front of us.

Video Transcript

ANNCR/SUPER: It was the biggest race of the year and no matter what I was going to win. Sometimes things happen that you just can’t explain.
MUSIC: Ooohh I believe there are angles among us
ANNCR/SUPER: Some things are more important than winning
MUSIC: Sent down to us from somewhere up above. They come to you and me in our darkest hours.
ANNCR/SUPER: I don’t remember who won the race that day
MUSIC: To show us how to live
ANNCR/SUPER: But I’ll never forget how I felt
MUSIC: To teach us how to give. To guide us with the light of love.
ANNCR/SUPER: Including others…Pass it on. A message from the Foundation for a Better Life.

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0	Ivy Farrell 21 days ago from Ontario, Canada I couldn't stop crying. I have a young boy in a wheel chair and it pangs me to see him sitting on the sidelines knowing he wants to run and jump with the rest of the kids. We are fortunate to have many people help us take part in some events that otherwise wouldn't be possible. Watching this commercial really hit home. It is a real life event. Thank you so much for airing it.
1	Sonja about 1 month ago from SD This commercial reminds me of my 5 year old daughter. As a new lady came to our church, I was in a rush getting from point A to point B, but my daughter would not let me continue. She saw an older lady in a wheel chair and went up to her and started talking to her. In turn, I stopped and talked as well. Little did I know that was her first time to the church and little did I know how much that meant to her, that a little girl wasn't afraid of her disabilities and didn't see a wheel chair, she just saw a person. Since then my 5 year old and her have been good friends. Age does not matter when 2 people just connect, and neither does ones capability.
2	Phyllis Giroud about 1 month ago from New Jersey Wow ! What a great commercial !
3	Rachel Martino about 1 month ago from New Jersey Best commercial I ever saw.
4	Phyllis Giroud about 1 month ago from New Jersey This commercial will not play. I can only hear the audio. Does anyone know how I can get it. Oh my God, it's the nicest commercial I ever saw.
5	Carol Hvolboll 2 months ago from Porterville, Ca This is how we as parents want each one of our children to be....giving to others, I was so glad to see this young man who had feelings toward the young man who could not walk !!! Thank You Lord !!!
6	Gaylene Durham 3 months ago from Olathe, KS I think its every mothers dream that her child is this kind. Tears....
7	Lori Sisson 4 months ago from USA I instantly was touched and wept with inspiration, encouragement, hope and pride! Thank you
8	gen 4 months ago from lakewood I saw this commercial for the first time 01/22/12. I had met the humble co-writer, Becky Hobbs, a few years ago, so I had to see if she got an honorable mention on this page. For the story behind the song, go to beckyhobbs.com and follow the links. Continued God's Blessings to Duane and Beckaroo!!!!
9	Amanda Henderson 4 months ago from Ohio This is a wonderful thing to see on television. Good tears falling. My son is in a wheelchair and he is seven years old. He has a YouTube video. If you Google Devan Kreager it will show up.
10	madonna long 4 months ago from PA I love this one.. shows true value of unconditional friendship.. Love. it. Founder disability news
11	Fatima 6 months ago from Philippines I watch all the videos for more than two hours already and tears wont stop from falling.
12	Dr. Barrett 7 months ago from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida My heart melts each time I see this ad. Phenomenal work and message.
13	Br. Jeremy, CSJW 9 months ago from USA (and Exeter U.K) I am an Anglican Monk who serves as Chaplain at a boys school in the UK. I had tears in my eyes as I watched this. God bless the people who made this. BrJ
14	Alicia 10 months ago from Argentina Ohhh it's very sweet. I wish all of us acted like this...with the heart.
15	Erica Johnson 12 months ago from Portsmouth.VA This is a Beautiful Commercial. I even saw it on Nickelodeon. Please put it on Nickelodeon and Fox News Channel. I will pass it on to a new friend.
16	Marcus about 1 year ago from California We all know who won the race that day.
17	Katrina G. about 1 year ago from Wisconsin, USA This was beyond a doubt the most beautiful message I've ever seen any foundation take the time to deliver. My brother died of Muscular Dystrophy last year, and this commercial reminded me of too few special moments like this in his life. Thank you.
18	Michael P. over 1 year ago from Modesto CA I am a Special Education teacher and this commercial is too beautiful for words...
19	margo getty over 1 year ago from rosemead, calif. the race is my favorite, I listen to it over, and over, I just love it
20	Kay Kukulski over 1 year ago from Michigan I JUST LOVE ALL OF YOUR COMMERCIALS! Filled with hope,determination and the act of kindness. Keep em' coming!
21	Kay Kukulski over 1 year ago from Michigan I JUST LOVE ALL OF YOUR COMMERCIALS! Filled with hope,determination and the act of kindness. Keep em' coming!
22	Violet I. over 1 year ago from Florida This is a wonderful, amazing foundation! The world needs to hear your message! Your commercials impressed me so much that I had to visit your website. We all have goodness and compassion within us, but need to be reminded sometimes. The world of today is greatly in need of this guidance. Thank you for your efforts. They are greatly appreciated.
23	Chris l over 1 year ago from scranton, pa Your commercials are awesome. This one is my favorite including others. Great job and keep them coming.
24	Donna S. over 1 year ago from New Jersey My Young Son had Special Needs and the commercial reminded me of last summer when the young children in our neighberhood played with him and drove him around in his play Cadillac. with tears in my eyes Thank you for giving our children a voice .
25	sherryf over 1 year ago from kosciukso, ms I have always been intriged & inspired by the message from your videos. Thanks for reminding us to do what God wants us to do. The world is full of everything these videos are not. Yet you remind us all of what we should be!!!! Keep up the great work. God bless!!
26	Candi S. over 1 year ago from California Being the mom of a special needs child this commercial brought tears to my eyes. Thank you.
27	Rachel A. over 1 year ago from Denver, CO Ken, The song is "Angels Among Us" by Alabama.
28	Ken D. over 1 year ago from San Francisco Can someone tell me where the song for "The Race" came from?
29	Theresa Gachter over 1 year ago from Coral Springs Fr. 33065 I would like to know who the man is with the beautiful voice. Play more with his voice, it is excellent.
30	JAMES G over 1 year ago from WILKES BARRE PA At 48, I still bawled my eyes out. Thanks.
31	Cheryl C. almost 2 years ago from Colorado I just love this one, it brought tears to my eyes!
32	Troy H almost 2 years ago from Reading, PA This is another great tear jerker by the people who make these spots. Even though a lot of them bring back happy or sometimes sad and painful memories which make me get tears in my eyes, it's okay. Keep them coming!
33	Rick, N almost 2 years ago from Cumberland, VA I just saw this spot on Nickelodeon a few minutes ago. It moved me in a great way. The idea that the little boy in the wheelchair, who has so few opportunities to win any kind of race, found a way to just be happy to be at that race, and the act of his competitors making an effort on his behalf to help him into his racer, just blew me away. ... and a little child shall lead them.
34	Fabio G. almost 2 years ago from Miami, FL When I see this message, I feel so different. I think I am becoming a better person.
35	Linda G. almost 2 years ago from Innisfilk Ontario Oh wonderful kindness. This is what the world needs more of. I want to be that person who gets out of my cart and puts someone else in it.
36	Trisha C. about 2 years ago from San Bernardino, CA Every time I see "The Race" I can't help but cry it has such a beautiful message it truly touches my heart!
37	Sam G about 2 years ago from Salem, OR I wonder if this was based on a true story, because it is so heart warming what that kid did it.
38	Martha S. over 2 years ago from Houston, TX I am a high school principal and am going to show my staff several of these videos during our January inservice as a way of inspiring teachers to begin the new year with renewed spirit.I am not sure how I will keep from crying as I show them b/c are high school principals allowed to cry?
39	Jen H. over 2 years ago from Wash. DC I cried watching this. Your commercials and billboards are beautiful and inspiring, and I want my young son to see them all. Bless you and all you do.
40	Mario M. almost 3 years ago from Brazil Greetings from Brazil. Excellent.
41	Mary A. about 3 years ago from Illinois Who are you people?... I think I love you! These commercials are fantastic. Who is supporting this? May they be blessed.
42	Sister J. about 3 years ago from South Africa I watch your spots on BYU Television in Johannesburg. This one reveals the best in all of us. As we are prompted, just do the right thing! And do it now!
43	Bev M. over 3 years ago from Canada Excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
44	Jacqueline C over 3 years ago from Memphis, TN "Something important might be happening right in front of us." You're right about it. We should always watch for these inspiring and miraculous moments. They mostly come in the intent of quietness and the act of unselfishness. Glory!
45	Dorathy X. almost 4 years ago from Sherly, ME Truley touching- the words that I think when I first saw this clip. It is a strong message.
46	Ronald B. almost 4 years ago from Ascension Catholic High Donaldsonville, Louisiana The TV spots, like everything you do are awesome. Being a coach and teacher I have used your posters and information with my teams and classes. Thank you for all you do! P.S. Would it be possible to purchase a DVD or tape of these TV spots? [Yes, we offer free posters and DVDs for schools. Please click the “for schools” link on the bottom of the screen.]
47	J.G. almost 4 years ago from Santa Clarita They make me feel different inside myself when I see these videos. They really touch my bare soul.
48	Eva M. almost 4 years ago from Malibu, CA Brought tears to my eyes. this shows that including others can be a benefit for everyone
49	Jennie C. about 4 years ago from New York, USA Moved to tears-this one was priceless! Thanks for your site- will pass it on to all my friends!
50	BpRt over 4 years ago from Lehighton, Pennsylvania USA This commercial taught me that if everyone included everybody, no one would be left out.
51	Micki F. over 4 years ago from Florida USA How absolutely beautiful - don't get tears often but this one did it. My faith lies in the inherent goodness in all of us to be compassionate and giving - thank you so much for these spots and this foundation!
52	Erin M. over 4 years ago from Wisconsin, USA Moved to tears with this ad. I TiVo'd it and have watched it 50 times since yesterday. I found it on your site and emailed it to everyone that I know. Thank you!
53	Cindy B. over 4 years ago from Palmdale, California USA Had tears, so much compassion that needs to shine more among children and adults.
54	Craig W. almost 5 years ago from Wisconsin The Race, a foundation for a better life. There are "Angels Among Us". Great tune by one of Nashville's best and gifted singer/songwriters, Becky Hobbs. Thanks for a great and inspiring song Becky! Craig & Sara Wallin
55	Clint L almost 5 years ago from Rochester, New York USA Saw this in a movie theater next to my 9 year old son, who was sitting in his wheelchair, we smiled and I kissed him on the head.
56	Lady Samm almost 5 years ago from Toronto, Canada A gentle reminder to continue to reach out to those in need. I suppose this one touched my heart strings more than the others, as I do believe there is so much good still left in all of us. Thank you from my heart to yours for the gentle tug.
57	Jessica H almost 5 years ago from Aberdeen NSW, Australia too beautiful for words.
58	Hayden.W about 5 years ago from It was a good message.
59	Jung-in Kim about 5 years ago from Seoul, South Korea I found myself welling up watching this TV spot. I believe in humanity in us all.
60	over 5 years ago from What a fantastic way to show both kids and adults that we don't have to be like everybody else. We can make a difference by acting differently. Paulo J. (Brazil)

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