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Annual HomeAid/BIA Trap Shoot Promises More Fun

                       Annual HomeAid/BIA Trap Shoot Promises More Fun

                  More Ways to Raise Funds to Build Housing for Homeless Families

RIVERSIDE, CA (March 28, 2011) --- Ready, aim, fire! The Building Industry Association (BIA) Riverside County Chapter and the regional chapters of HomeAid are once again firing up their ‘fun' raising efforts with their annual Trap Shoot event on Friday, May 20th at Prado Olympic Shooting Park in Chino. This year's event promises even more fun and more ways to get involved with a number of sponsorship opportunities.

"The BIA Trap Shoot has something for everyone, from the five -shooter team competition to the barbecue and chili cook-off," said Terry Kent, President of the Home Aid Inland Empire Board of Directors. "The trap shoot is an exciting and fast-paced alternative to other fundraisers offering trapshooting competition comprised of teams that compete against each other by shooting palm-sized clay discs. There will also be a participant breakfast, raffle drawing and fun-filled carnival games. Spectators are encouraged to attend and enjoy all the fun as they cheer on their favorite shooters. "

Supporters of the BIA and HomeAid are invited to participate and can register by contacting HomeAid at (949) 553-9510 or gina@homeaidoc.org. The fee for individuals is $135 and includes traps, ammo, breakfast, a barbeque lunch and beverages. Spectator tickets are $40 and include breakfast, lunch, beverages and carnival games.

Proceeds from the Trap Shoot and sponsorships will benefit HomeAid, the charitable arm of the BIA, and its mission to build and maintain dignified housing where homeless families and individuals can rebuild their lives.

"We anticipate a great turn out in support of the BIA and HomeAid," said Mark Knorringa, CEO of the BIA Riverside County Chapter. "Anyone can participate no matter what their skill level. Both experienced and first-time shooters can get free instruction on site to help improve their shooting technique. The Trap Shoot is a truly unique fundraiser for a very worthwhile cause."
The BIA Trap Shoot provides an opportunity for HomeAid Orange County and HomeAid Inland Empire to thank the building industry for their on-going commitment to the cause of homelessness, and gives members a chance to network, build company morale and create lasting business relationships, according to Kent. Money is raised through sponsorships, team ticket sales and accompanying raffles and auctions. A number of sponsorship opportunities are still available (through May 6th).

The event, which is run by BIA and HomeAid volunteers, also raises community awareness about the issue of homelessness through media coverage and community participation. In addition to the HomeAid Inland Empire event, HomeAid chapters in Northern California/Bay Area; Sacramento, Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon stage annual trap shoot fundraisers.

Corporate sponsors for this year's event include Applied Photography of Orange and Fusion Sign and Design of Riverside.

HomeAid Inland Empire and HomeAid Orange County are two of 20 HomeAid America^TM chapters nationwide. The program involves building industry volunteers working together with community leaders and service providers to build housing for homeless men, women and children who are trying to get a new start in life.

For more information go to http://www.riversidebia.org or http://www.homeaidie.net/