It seems I only recently concluded our 2024 event and it immediately begins anew. Such is the life of an event which has been running for 39 years, involves 50 bowling companies, 28 sponsor organizations, over 1350 bowlers, 4 locations, 5 days, and 9 bowling shifts - each with their own raffle drawings. We also throw in a Kick-Off breakfast, Media Celebrity Bowling Challenge, and Fundraising Reveal and Rewards press lunch. Phew. Did you catch all of that?

I am immensely proud to have been a part of our 2024 record-breaking year bringing in over $196,000—the most funds raised in Bowl-a-Thon history! I hope you will once again support me in our cause as we work to surpass the $200,000 mark. 

Quick update on JA and the important work we do here in WNY. In addition to our K-12 volunteer-led classroom sessions focusing on financial literacy, work-readiness, and entrepreunership, we have launched a new coaching initiative. The "JA Workforce Pathways" program strives to make a difference in the lives of disengaged young adults ages 16-21. Featuring 12 one-on-one sessions, the goal is to lead participants directly into a job or carer-focused educational or training program.

Proceeds from our Bowl-a-thon help provide these programs to thousands of local Western New York youth every year. Can I count on your support?