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Valley State Prison Staff Bowl for Special Olympics

12 Jan 2024, Jail News, by

Valley State Prison staff participates in a Special Olympics bowling tournament, showcasing dedication to community service.

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Management and staff at the Valley State Prison recently participated in the Special Olympics Northern California Regional Bowling Tournament held at the Bowlero in Clovis, according to a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation news release.

The purpose of the event was to raise both funds and awareness for the Special Olympics, a cause that Valley State Prison in Chowchilla has consistently supported over the years.

Managers from the prison volunteered their personal time to attend the event, showcasing a commitment that extends beyond the confines of the correctional facility.

The staff displayed their team spirit by seizing the chance to play a friendly game of bowling. What made this event extra remarkable was the staff’s initiative to individually hand out medals to the Special Olympics participants. This formed a clear and significant link between them and the cause they were supporting.

Capt. R. Boozer emphasized the significance of extending support to the Special Olympics community. Witnessing the joy on the faces of the participants during the bowling event was genuinely inspiring. In addition, Capt. R. Boozer expressed a sense of fulfillment for dedicating time to such a worthy cause

Participating in the Special Olympics Northern California Regional Bowling Tournament fundraiser showcases the staff’s continuous dedication to community service.

Valley State Prison’s ongoing charitable efforts serve to reinforce that positive contributions to society are actively pursued, even within the constraints of a prison setting.

 

Source: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/insidecdcr/2024/01/11/bowling-benefits-special-olympics/