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A classic car from the BIOGENA collection as the top prize – plus other exclusive prizes worth a total of over €1.5 million
Salzburg, 9 June 2026.
BIOGENA and RECON are jointly organising an extraordinary charity initiative in aid of Wings for Life, the global foundation for spinal cord research. At the heart of the campaign is a very special collector’s item: a 1968 Dodge Polara Hardtop Coupé from the classic car collection of BIOGENA founder and CEO Dr Albert Schmidbauer.
The Dodge Polara is regarded as an American automotive icon of the late 1960s. The Hardtop Coupé combines powerful muscle car DNA with exceptional comfort and timeless presence. Equipped with a high-performance V8 engine, the vehicle epitomises an era in which automotive engineering, design and emotion came together in a particularly impressive way.
“There are things that are too beautiful to simply own. If a special piece from our collection can help to enable research and give hope, then it takes on even greater significance,” says Dr Albert Schmidbauer, founder and CEO of BIOGENA. “Wings for Life has been doing impressive work for many years with a clear goal: to make paraplegia curable. This mission deserves attention, support and strong partners.”
A joint initiative for research, hope and solidarity
Through this charity campaign, BIOGENA and RECON aim to encourage as many people as possible to get involved in supporting Wings for Life. The idea combines an emotional prize draw with a clear charitable purpose: every ticket purchased supports research into new ways of curing spinal cord injury.
As an experienced partner in project development, property and holistic implementation expertise, RECON brings its organisational strength to the initiative. BIOGENA is providing the main prize – the Dodge Polara Hardtop Coupé from its own classic car collection – and, together with IKUNA, is supplementing the campaign with numerous other high-quality prizes.
In total, the prize pool comprises exclusive BIOGENA and IKUNA prizes worth over 1.5 million euros. Other prizes include works of art from the BIOGENA art collection (worth €12,000 each), BIOGENA Black Cards (worth €9,999 each) and BIOGENA ONE annual subscriptions (worth €654).
A special car for a special mission
The 1968 Dodge Polara Hardtop Coupé, offered as the main prize, is one of the most distinctive American classics of its era. The Polara became famous for its robust build, high level of driving comfort and powerful engine.
Key technical specifications of the vehicle:
Year of manufacture: 1968
Engine: V8
Transmission: 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Top speed: up to 220 km/h
Body: Hardtop coupé
The classic car forms the emotional heart of the campaign – as a symbol of passion, enthusiasm and the willingness to put special values to work for a great cause.
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Buy tickets, cheer on the team together, make a difference
You can take part via the VIRIZE platform at:
https://viprize.org/biogena
Every ticket purchased supports the work of Wings for Life. The campaign is aimed at individuals as well as companies, teams and entrepreneurs who want to make a difference together.
“Companies in particular can get involved here in a simple yet meaningful way: buy tickets for their own team, cheer them on together and support a great cause in the process. This brings people together, provides a talking point and shows that social engagement can also be enjoyable,” says Schmidbauer.
About Wings for Life
Wings for Life is a charitable foundation dedicated to spinal cord research. Its aim is to find a cure for spinal cord injury. The foundation supports promising research projects and clinical trials worldwide. Donations go towards scientific projects designed to open up new avenues for the regeneration of the injured spinal cord.
About BIOGENA
BIOGENA is an Austrian health company based in Salzburg and is one of the leading quality brands in the field of micronutrients, prevention and holistic wellbeing. The company is committed to scientifically grounded product development, the highest quality standards, in-house production in Austria, and a growing ecosystem comprising stores, PLAZAs, diagnostics, and biohacking and longevity services.
About RECON
RECON is a Salzburg-based group of companies specialising in general contracting, project development, building and civil engineering, asset management, investments and property. With its GU+ approach, RECON provides comprehensive support for projects – from the initial concept through development and implementation to the use, realisation or long-term management of properties.
The company stands for a commitment to quality, reliable execution and a comprehensive view of project processes. With offices in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Spain, RECON manages private and commercial property projects and also applies this expertise to socially relevant initiatives.
Further information and registration: https://viprize.org/biogena
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