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Follow on Google News | Annual Bowl for Kids' Sake Remains ClassicAnnual fundraising event supports community based and school based matches between mentor volunteers and little sisters and brothers with one to one interaction.
By: Pronounce PR Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Fundraiser Needs Teams WINCHESTER, VA (February 22, 2012) --- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winchester, Frederick and Clarke counties (BBBS) is hosting their annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake, on March 3rd from noon to 7pm at Northside Lanes in Winchester, Virginia. Funds support both community based and school based match programs, supporting children who are facing adversity with a mentor and their one on one interaction. Local Ameriprise Financial is the title sponsor for the second year. The event kicks off with the Classic Bowl round, encouraging teams of four or five to pledge a minimum of $250. The second half of the event, Bowling for Bucks invites other area groups or nonprofits to bring a team to bowl between three and six. All bowlers are welcome during this round, but can designate a charity for a chance to win prize money during each hour. Prize winnings will be based on team participation. Juli Ferrell, Executive Director says, “This is such a fun event. Our mentors, their littles, friends and family, even businesses can bowl for a team build. We need teams this year to make it successful. We want to gain support for our programs, but also connect with our community in a way that is fun for everyone.” Visit bbbswinchester.org to register a team or make a donation or call 540.662.1086 to gather more information. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winchester, Frederick & Clarke Counties is helping local children at risk reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring. The vision for 2012 is to serve more than 100 disadvantaged children who have the highest risk factors in Winchester City, Frederick & Clarke Counties by providing mentoring relationships thereby contributing to better schools, brighter futures and stronger communities. Start Something BIG, donate or volunteer today. Visit www.bbbswinchester.org for more information. # # # PR firm supporting communications roles for its clients. Managing media relations, sending consistent messages to their audiences and enhancing promotional efforts through marketing communications. End
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