Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Columbia Gorge (BBBS) is preparing for its largest, most inclusive fundraiser of the year.
The 2010 Bowl for Kids' Sake is set to take place on Saturday, March 13, at Orchard Lanes in Hood River.
Teams are forming NOW!
Teams of five raise money from friends, family members, co-workers, etc. to support the work of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Each person is asked to raise a minimum of $50 with free event T-shirts for individual team members who raise $100 or more in pledges. The fundraising goal of $40,000 will create and support caring relationships that make a difference for kids in our communities.
"The bowling is a bonus for the hard work teams put in to raising funds for the program," according to Tim Sweeney, of Hood River Construction and BBBS's Advisory Board. "Even if you're not a bowler, it's a lot of fun and a great way to support the important work we do. A gutter ball never felt so good!"
BBBS matches children with a caring, screened and trained volunteer who acts as a role model, providing friendship, guidance and support.
Currently, the program maintains more than 60 matches in Hood River, Wasco and Klickitat counties. But, the need for mentors is great -- there are currently 20 children on the waiting list.
Supporting a bowler with your donation will help match additional youth throughout the region with an amazing Big Brother or Big Sister.
For more information about Bowl for Kid's Sake or how you can get involved in the program, contact Kristin Reese at (541) 308-2231 or at bbbs@nextdoorinc.org.
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