“I Knew God Was Calling Me to Do More” Kyle Busch and His Wife Openly Share a New Career to Help Support Couples Facing Infertility “We Raised $2,000,000 for Couples”
In the high-octane world of NASCAR, where speed and precision define success, Kyle Busch has always been a force to be reckoned with. As a two-time Cup Series champion, the 40-year-old driver has conquered tracks across the country, earning a reputation as one of the sport’s fiercest competitors. But behind the helmet and the roar of the engine lies a deeply personal story of struggle, faith, and transformation. Recently, Busch and his wife, Samantha, sat down for an emotional interview on the Today Show, where they revealed how their own battles with infertility inspired a profound shift in their lives. What began as a private heartache has evolved into a full-fledged career dedicated to supporting other couples on similar journeys, culminating in a remarkable milestone: raising over $2 million to fund fertility treatments.
The couple’s story starts over a decade ago, shortly after their 2010 wedding in Chicago. Kyle and Samantha Busch were young, ambitious, and ready to build a family. Samantha, a Purdue University alumna with a background in psychology, had always dreamed of motherhood. Kyle, then in the prime of his racing career, shared that vision. But as months turned into years without conception, the joy of their marriage was overshadowed by confusion and pain. “When Kyle and I were going through infertility, we couldn’t understand why when we had so much love to give,” Samantha reflected in a past interview with People magazine. The emotional toll was immense, compounded by the financial burden of in vitro fertilization (IVF), which can cost upwards of $20,000 per cycle with no guaranteed success.
Their breakthrough came in 2015 with the birth of their son, Brexton Locke, conceived through IVF. The arrival of their “bundle of joy,” as they affectionately call him, was nothing short of miraculous. But the journey wasn’t over. The Busches faced further setbacks, including a heartbreaking miscarriage in 2018, a failed IVF cycle in 2019, and another unsuccessful surrogate attempt in 2020. These experiences tested their faith and resilience. It was during this period that Samantha felt a divine nudge toward action. “I knew God was calling me to do more,” she shared in their recent Today Show appearance, her voice steady but laced with emotion. Kyle nodded in agreement, adding, “When we had to go through our trials and tribulations of having to go through IVF to have Brexton, we recognized not only the financial burdens of everyone but of course the emotional struggles that couples face as well going through that.”
Inspired by their hardships and ultimate blessings—Brexton, now 10, and their daughter Lennix Key, born via surrogate in 2022—the couple channeled their energy into advocacy. In 2015, they co-founded The Samantha and Kyle Busch Bundle of Joy Fund, a nonprofit organization aimed at raising awareness about infertility and providing financial grants for IVF treatments. Partnering with the REACH Fertility Clinic in Charlotte, North Carolina, the fund targets couples who might otherwise be priced out of parenthood. Eligibility is strict: applicants must be U.S. residents over 18 with a confirmed infertility diagnosis from a partnering clinic. Priority goes to frontline workers like military personnel, police officers, teachers, and nurses, whose demanding jobs often leave little room for financial cushioning.
What started as a modest initiative has blossomed into what Samantha describes as their “new career.” Beyond racing, the Busches have poured their time, resources, and public platform into this cause. Samantha, who penned a memoir titled “Fighting Infertility: Finding My Inner Warrior Through Trying to Conceive, IVF, and Miscarriage” in 2021, has become a vocal advocate, sharing her story on social media and in panel discussions. Kyle, ever the supportive partner, uses his NASCAR visibility to amplify the message, donning special helmets at races to promote the fund and auctioning off memorabilia for fundraising. Events like “Color the Night,” an energetic philanthropy gala, and appearances during National Infertility Awareness Week have been key to their efforts.
The impact is staggering. Over the past decade, the Bundle of Joy Fund has awarded grants leading to more than 100 babies, with the total donations surpassing $2 million. “We’ve donated $2,000,000 to couples,” Samantha announced proudly on the Today Show, her eyes welling up as she recounted the joy of seeing recipient families hold their newborns. One such story involves a couple surprised with a $20,000 grant during a 2019 Today Show segment, where the wife’s connection to the NASCAR Hall of Fame added a serendipitous twist. These grants don’t just cover treatments; they alleviate the crushing stress that infertility imposes, allowing couples to focus on hope rather than hardship.
The Busches’ openness has shattered stigmas surrounding infertility, a condition affecting millions worldwide according to the World Health Organization. By speaking candidly about their miscarriage on Mother’s Day and the isolation of failed cycles, they’ve encouraged others to seek help and build support networks. Samantha’s psychology expertise shines through in her role as a guide for women navigating grief, offering a listening ear during their darkest moments. Kyle, meanwhile, emphasizes the couple’s dynamic: “Samantha’s the head of all that,” he said, crediting her leadership while committing his own resources, including trips to Washington D.C. to lobby for better insurance coverage of fertility drugs.
This new chapter isn’t without challenges. Balancing Kyle’s grueling racing schedule—now with Richard Childress Racing in the No. 8 Chevrolet—with family life and philanthropy requires immense coordination. Yet, the Busches view it as a calling. Their faith remains central; Kyle often speaks of how God’s plan unfolded through their pain, turning personal loss into communal gain. As they look ahead, the couple plans to expand the fund’s reach, perhaps partnering with more clinics and advocating for policy changes to make IVF more accessible.
In a world where vulnerability is often seen as weakness, the Busches stand as beacons of strength. Their story reminds us that true victory isn’t just crossing the finish line but lifting others along the way. By transforming their infertility struggles into a lifeline for hundreds of families, Kyle and Samantha Busch have not only raised $2 million but also countless spirits. As Samantha put it, “When everyone comes together, we can really step up and help these deserving couples become parents.” For the Busches, this is more than charity—it’s their purpose, their new career, and a testament to the power of faith-fueled action.
