Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington (BBBSNW) kicked off its largest annual fundraising event, Bowl for Kids Sake, on Feb. 11.
The Minto and Mapleton community bowling day coincided with the kickoff at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre.
Campaign coordinator Teri Dykeman said 178 bowlers raised a total of $11,302 at the event.
“We had a few cancellations due to weather or illness so we expect this total to rise,” Dykeman stated in an email.
“Thank you to all who braved the weather to help make our day successful.” She added, “Thank you to our politicians who came out to help with our opening ceremonies,” noting Minto Mayor George Bridge, Wellington North Mayor Andy Lennox Mapleton councillor Dennis Craven and Wellington County councillor David Anderson were all on hand for the kick-off.
The Mount Forest community will bowl Feb. 25 and the Arthur-Alma community bowls March 4.
All bowling takes place at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre. The goal this year is to raise $55,000 and the theme is Rock’n’Roll.
Anyone who would like to enter a bowling team, make a donation or obtain more information about Bowl for Kids Sake or other BBBSNW programs is urged to contact the office at 519-323-4273, email teri.dykeman@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or go to bbbsnorthwellington.org.
Dykeman pointed out Big Brothers Big Sisters is in need of mentors for its various programs.
“All it takes is three to four hours a month and the rewards are unlimited,” she stated.
