Big Brothers Big Sisters Grey Bruce says its 42nd annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake event was bigger than ever.
This past week, bowlers took to the lanes in support of the over 125 children and youth Big Brothers Big Sisters Grey Bruce serves.
35 teams took part in three locations: The Bowling Alley in Owen Sound, Sunset Family Fun Centre in Port Elgin and Georgian Bowl in Collingwood.
The organization says in a release, “Our motto at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey Bruce is “we are BiggerTogether” and this year we proved just that. With the help of participants, those who pledged and donated, we raised over $29,000! With some funds still rolling in, we hope to reach our $30,000 goal.”
They’re thanking their event sponsors Bruce Power, Bayshore Broadcasting and Rogers TV.
Big Brothers Big Sisters says, “We are so grateful for the commitment and belief our supporters have in investing in the lives of young people in our community.”
The highest pledged team was Richard’s No Frills of Owen Sound, who raised over $4,500.
Jim Reid, a long -time supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey Bruce, was the highest fundraiser, raising over $3,584.
Honourable mention goes to Vicky Hicks of Owen Sound who raised $3,295, Mark Perry of Owen Sound who raised 2,335 and Kevin Woolham of Collingwood who raised 1,025.
All proceeds from the Bowl For Kids’ Sake allow Big Brothers Big Sisters Grey Bruce to continue to offer its no-cost mentoring programs, including its in-school mentoring programs and community-based programs to families throughout the region.
It says, “With these funds, we will continue to reach more children and youth, creating life-long relationships and sparking potential.”
