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Bighorns back fundraiser to keep youth safe haven open

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reno_bighorns-150x150-1217476-7189831Project Solution, a Reno based volunteer-run nonprofit which empowers homeless and low-income youth, has partnered with NBA D-League Team Reno Bighorns to hold an open house fundraiser on April third.

Titled “Project Bighorns”, this event from six to eight pm will feature basketball, art, dance, hip-hop and trophies with a $10 entrance fee, with all proceeds going to keep Project Solution, a safe haven open for homeless and at-risk kids, according to Project Solution’s Executive Director Palkin Zed.

The focus of the event will be three (3) 8-minute 3-on-3 games by the youth from Project Solution showcased for the Reno Bighorns. Tournament pre-qualifier will be held on March 23. Event will also showcase and highlight the talent, skills and artistic abilities of the Project Solution kids. Various area celebrities, business leaders and politicians are expected to participate.

Project Solution is fully operated by volunteers, and with the success of this event, Project Solution hopes to bring in more resources and keep its doors open for at-risk kids, Palkin Zed adds.

This fundraiser will be held on Project Solution campus at 1099 Bresson Avenue, Reno 89502. For more information, go to www.projectsolution.org or email at [email protected] or call 775-843-7474.

 

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