Soapbox Derby Information

There are currently two soapbox derby organizations in operation on Long Island.

National Derby Rallies, Inc. (NDR)

The National Derby Rallies, Inc. (The NDR) was organized in 1977 for the purpose of fostering individual development in youths through a structured program of Soap Box Derby-type racing and related activities. The program was designed to give families involved in gravity powered, amateur-built race cars, numerous opportunities to race throughout the year.

All-American Soap Box Derby (AASBD)

Website: www.aasbd.org

The Soap Box Derby is a youth racing program which has run nationally since 1934. World Championship finals are held each August at Derby Downs in Akron, Ohio.

The goals of the Soap Box Derby program have not changed since it began in 1934. They are to teach youngsters some of the basic skills of workmanship, the spirit of competition and the perseverance to continue a project once it has begun.