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Annual Adopt-A-Family 5th Anniversary

Fundraiser Celebrity Bowl

SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER FOR NEEDY OGDEN FAMILY FOUNDATION
FAMILIES IN SOUTHERN NEVADA ANNOUNCES NEW SPONSORS

elicious catered food, toys, gifts, household items and holiday he Ogden Family Foundation’s 5th Anniversary Celebrity
spirit were among the items delivered to needy families by Bowl has announced new sponsors for their popular charity
DThe Ogden Family Foundation during its 5th Annual Adopt Tfundraising event: Land Rover Las Vegas, Tito’s Handmade
Family event in 2018, hosted by Monterra Apartment Homes. Thanks to Vodka, Beasley Media, and Clear Channel. They join KSNV, Ch. 3 as
the generous support of donors, sponsors and volunteers, the non-profit sponsors for the event that will take place on Sunday, May 5 at Red Rock
organization was able to adopt 21 families, nearly 100 people. The festive Hotel & Casino VIP Bowling Suites. The star-studded event benefits the
event featured a surprise visit by Santa Claus, DJ and choir performance Las Vegas non-profit organization co-founded by Jonathan and his wife
adding to the holiday spirit. Kema Ogden, supporting children and families across Southern Nevada.
There will also be a premiere golf outing on Saturday, May 4 at Reflection
“With the generous support of our sponsors and community, we Bay Golf Club in Lake Las Vegas.
had another successful toy drive and Adopt-A-Family event, providing
household necessities to the families,” says Kema Ogden, Co-Founder of “We are grateful for the continued support from all of our sponsors
The Ogden Family Foundation. “Since Adopt-A-Family began five years and community partners for this event,” says Kema Ogden, Co-Founder
ago we have been able to help more than 500 people during the holiday and President. “Due to the support and success of this event throughout
season.” the years, we are now able to provide health services to the families
within our programs by partnering with a local non-profit, Community
Adopted families were also given needed items like clothing, Outreach Medical Center (www.nvcomc.org).”
groceries, hygiene items, furniture and mattresses. Additional items that
were provided to the families were tickets to the Magical Forest donated Invited celebrity guests include former Nevada Governor Bob
by Opportunity Village, and a donation by the Nevada Ballet Theatre for Miller, former professional athletes Byron Scott and Reggie Bush, as
one of the families to attend The Nutcracker at The Smith Center. well as entertainers Anthony Anderson and George Lopez. For more
information about sponsorship or to view a full list of invited guests,
The Foundation’s goal this year is to raise $10,000 to help curtail needy visit www.OgdenCelebrityBowl.com.
families’ expenses during the holiday season. To donate either items or
money, visit www.TheOgdenFoundation.org and click on the Adopt- The two-tier bowling and golf experience offers Amateur-Only Team
A-Family photo. All donations are tax deductible. entries and Celebrity-Amateur Team entries and will play host to top
celebrities and athletes, all of whom will pair up with their respective
Celeb-Am bowling and golf teams. The Ogden Celebrity Bowl will
additionally host sponsors and guests to attend, view and enjoy the
celebrity bowling and golf experience in support of The Ogden Family
Foundation.
This is a weekend full of fun, delicious food, a silent auction, prizes,
entertainment, and much more!

Jonathan Ogden is one of The NFL’s greatest players of all time, and
was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame on February 2, 2013. Jonathan’s
passion has now turned from football to supporting the Las Vegas
community in a positive and fun way.

www.OgdenFamilyFoundation.org

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