Unified Group Services to Sponsor Historic Little 500

The historic Little 500 Sprint Car Classic at Anderson Speedway officially has a new Title Sponsor for the 77th Annual running of the 500-lap sprint car race. Unified Group Services, a full-service third-party administrator (TPA) for self-insured group health plans, has come to terms with Anderson Speedway for a multi-year agreement to sponsor the 77th Annual Little 500. The event will now be sponsored by a Madison County based company for the first time since 2021.

“Although this event has gained Regional, National, and International recognition, it has always been important to us that the event be sponsored by a local business,” said Rick Dawson - President, Anderson Speedway. “We are very excited to welcome Rich, and the entire Unified Group Services team, to the Anderson Speedway family. We look forward to putting on a fantastic 77th Annual Unified Group Services Little 500 this May!”

Founded in 1996 in the sunroom of owner Rich Mousty, Unified Group Services was created out of a need to provide exceptional customer service to current, and prospective clients. The company quickly outgrew the sunroom and moved to an office located in Pendleton, Indiana. In 2004, the decision was made to move to Anderson, where the company has stayed, and expanded over the last 20 plus years. Unified Group Services was named a Top Workplace in 2024, and one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana in 2024 as well.

"As we approach the 77th annual running of the Little 500, I am thrilled to announce Unified Group Services’ title sponsorship. The tradition of this race mirrors our own commitment to excellence and endurance - qualities that have defined both racing and our business philosophy for decades,” said Rich Mousty - Owner, Unified Group Services, Inc. “Beyond the excitement on the track, what truly drives this decision is the opportunity to deepen our connection with the incredible community that has supported this event for over seven decades. Through this sponsorship, we aim to honor the race's storied legacy while helping write the next chapter of its history together with the fans, drivers, and families who make this event so special."

Heavily involved in the community, Unified Group Services partners with many charities and non for profits in Madison County including Turn Away No Longer (TANL),the Second Harvest Food Bank, and United Way of Central Indiana. The company is committed to using cutting-edge technology and proven partnerships to give their customers information and services that enable them to control healthcare expenses while offering top-of-the-line benefit programs. The services that Unified Group Services offer are delivered with timely and careful attention to every customer, providing each individual with personal service through an experienced and professional team. For more information on Unified Group Services, and how they could be of service to you or your company, visit www.UnifiedGrp.com or follow them on Facebook and LinkedIn.

The Little 500, held annually at Anderson Speedway on Memorial Day weekend, is a one of a kind sprint car race unlike anything else in the world. The event features 33 pavement sprint cars competing in a 500-lap race of skill and endurance. The only sprint car race in the world to feature live pit stops, drivers and teams are required to make two stops during the race to refuel and change tires. Organized chaos to some, but absolute madness to others, the Little 500 is the ultimate test for any sprint car driver. The first 500 laps were completed in 1949, and since that date, no year has passed without a Little 500 being contested at Anderson Speedway.

The 77th Annual Unified Group Services Little 500 will be held on Saturday, May 24th at 8:00pm. Tickets for the event are available now and are reserved seating only. All tickets are $45 and can be purchased online HERE or by calling Anderson Speedway Monday through Friday from 10am-4pm. Practice for teams begins on Wednesday, May 21st from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. CB Fabricating Pole Day is scheduled for Thursday, May 22nd from 11:30am – 3:30pm. Final practice and Bump Day is set for Friday, May 23rd from 11:30am to 3:30pm. Grandstand admission is free for fans Wednesday through Friday and race day tickets are reserved seating only. The event, including practice and qualifying, will also be streamed live on DIRTVision. For more information on the Little 500, visit us at andersonspeedway.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and X.