News: Hoops of Hope Free Throw Fundraiser on Aug. 27 to Benefit Children in Africa

(Aug. 9, 2011) - Last year the local Hoops of Hope raised $19,600 for children in Africa and this year's event scheduled for Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Middle School in Ashburn is looking to beat that number.

The free throw shooting event raises funds for children who have been orphaned by HIV and AIDS in Africa. Over the past five years, Hoops of Hope participants worldwide have raised over 2 million dollars. The money raised by participants has gone to sponsor over 100 orphans, fund a water project in Kenya and build a high school and two medical clinics in Zambia.

To register, visit: http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/Ashburn/hoopsofhope/team

Please make $20 registration fee out to Kolleen Tehan and mail it to 21835 Engleside Pl. Ashburn, Va. 20148. If you have any questions feel free to email or call Kolleen Tehan at 703-966-4491 or kktehan@gmail.com.

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