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American Institute Raises Funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters: May 5

American Institute is hosting a 'Drinko de Mayo' fundraising event with $1.00 nachos to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County.

How are you celebrating Cinco de Mayo?

Come out on Tuesday, May 5 to treat yourself for a good cause.

American Institute is selling $1.00 nachos at ‘Drinko de Mayo,’ a fundraising event to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County after-school programs.

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The event will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and is open to the public. All proceeds go to purchasing juice boxes and cases of water for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a preventive program aimed at providing children facing adversity with strong, professionally supported one-to-one relationships. The program ultimately reduces the need for possible future juvenile justice and school disciplinary intervention when the child is older.

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American Institute is located at 2363 Lakewood Road in Toms River. For more information, please visit www.AmericanInstitute.edu.

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