| Sponsored by |
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| Who: |
Niagara County Students in Grades 6 - 12
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| What: |
"A Hero Is . . ." In 150-200 words,
write an essay about one of the following:
 | A person with a developmental disability who may or may not be well known, but
is/was an important part of New York State or local history. OR |
| A person who is/was an advocate for the advancement of individuals with
developmental disabilities in New York State. |
Limit essay to 1 person and explain why chosen, when and where did person live,
what motivated them and obstacles faced/overcome; include bibliography. |
| Why: |
In recognition of the accomplishments of individuals with
developmental
disabilities, their advocates, and the more than 50 years that
Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara has served families across Niagara
County. |
| When: |
Essays are due by May 5, 2008
to Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, Attn: Essay Contest, 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd., LPO
Box 360, Niagara Falls,NY 14304-0360. Please include your full name, home address and
phone number, grade level, school and principal's name. For more information, call
297-6400 ext. 232. |
| Prizes: |
First & Second Place Winners for both the Middle School and
Senior High levels will receive savings bonds from Niagara County's
Credit Union. |
| When: |
Sunday, February 3, 2008
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| Where: |
Elks Lodge #41
6791 North Canal Road, Lockport
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| Time: |
Doors Open at 11am; Bingo starts at 1pm
Seating is limited – arrive early!!!
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| Cost: |
$2 admission; each game is an additional $3
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| Description: |
All paper bingo, 50-60-70 and red, white and blue share the
wealth!! $2,075 guaranteed in prizes with $2,675 ++ offered; $1,000 progressive jackpot
with $400 consolation & a $700 jackpot! Also progressive – share the wealth!
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| Benefits: |
The Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation, which provides a
long-term source of financial support that ensures people with developmental disabilities
have opportunities toward independence and integration within the community.
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| For more information: |
Call Kristen Cook at (716) 297-6400. |
| What: |
Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation’s 2008 Daily
Drawing Calendar
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| When: |
March 2008 = February 2009
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| Cost: |
$25.00 each
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| Description: |
There are over 365
chances to win more than $20,000 in prizes while supporting people with developmental
disabilities. Each month, this calendar focuses on a different Foundation fundraiser or
activity and beginning on March 1st, $250 prizes will be awarded on those dates. For
the remaining 353 days of the year, $50 will be awarded.
Winners are determined by matching a
randomly drawn number to the four-digit ticket number and will be awarded March 1, 2008
through February 28, 2009.
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| How to check your number: |
Payment will be automatically mailed to the winners. The winning
number is determined by a four-digit number based on the Pennsylvania State Lottery Big 4
(DAY) drawing located at www.palottery.state.pa.us
or call (716) 297-6400 ext. 282.
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| To purchase your calendar: |
Calendars are available by contacting Kristen Cook at (716)
297-6400 ext. 282 or kcook@opportunitiesunlimited.org
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| Benefits: |
All proceeds benefit the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara
Foundation, which provides a long-term source of financial support that ensures people
with developmental disabilities have opportunities toward independence and integration
within the community.
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