FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
4/1/2013
Largo, FL
Contact: Karen Dove, Grants & Communications Director
Telephone: (727)544-4433 x241 E-mail: kdove@lhpfl.org
Bowling in the Dark – Striking for Independence
On Saturday, May 4, 2013, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m., Lighthouse of Pinellas will host Bowling in the Dark.
For only a $5 registration fee and a minimum fund raising goal of $100, individuals can help bring
independence to those who are blind or visually impaired.
Major sponsors for the event include: “$2,500 Strike Sponsors” – Dr. Peter Smith and Guardian Trust; and
“$1,000 Turkey Sponsor” – Ronald Tucker, O.D. “$500 Team Sponsors” include: Brown & Brown Insurance,
Klar & Klar Architects, Inc., Optical Factory & Showroom, Michael W. Porter, P.A., and Southern Home
Healthcare. Top 5 fund raisers so far are: Michael Porter, Lisa Pearson, Michelle Turman, Michelle Leo and
Linda Phillips. Prizes will be awarded for the most funds raised, best bowlers and best bowling garb. It
promises to be an enjoyable weekend for all, and an opportunity for families or friends to work together for a
very important cause. Since 1956 the Lighthouse of Pinellas has been providing services that support
independent living for blind and visually impaired individuals. We are the only nonprofit organization in the
county serving this population. There is still room for more teams and sponsors to join the event.
For more information visit the website: www.lhpbowl.kintera.org or call Angela Pottinger at the Lighthouse
of Pinellas, (727) 544-4433 extension 235. Ms.Pottinger may also be reached via e-mail at
apottinger@lhpfl.org.
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For more than 55 years the Lighthouse of Pinellas has been advancing the independence, opportunities and
quality of life for blind and visually impaired people in Pinellas County who. Programs include: Early
Intervention for 0 – 6 year olds, Transition for teens, Independent Living for adults &seniors, and
Vocational Rehabilitation., Lighthouse of Pinellas is the only private, non-profit agency serving blind and
visually impaired residents of Pinellas County.