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Nominations for industry service awards are being accepted now through December 1. Please review the awards and their descriptions below and click NOMINATE NOW to submit the name of one of your colleagues for one of these prestigious awards. (Past recipients can be found on the BPAA website under Awards.). Awards recipients will be announced at Bowling Summit, January 20, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.
Victor Lerner Memorial Medal. The highest BPAA honor and represents induction into the BPAA Hall of Fame, this award is presented to a proprietor for selfless service to the industry over a significant period of time.
V.A. Wapensky Award. Recognizes an individual who has made a major contribution to the bowling industry.
Ruben A. Dankoff Award for Public Policy & Legislative Service. Presented to an individual or organization who provides outstanding voluntary service on the federal, state or local government level in the development of legislation, public policy initiatives or other political efforts which benefit BPAA members or the industry as a whole.
Proprietor of the Year Award. Recognizes a proprietor who operates an outstanding center and gives back to their community.
Dick Weber Bowling Ambassador Award. Presented to an individual who promotes the positive image of bowling and the game and sport of bowling both on and off the lanes.
Special Project Award. Recognize a person or group for efforts and contributions on a particular special bowling project, program or event.
BPAA Media Award. Presented to a media representative for significant contributions to furthering the sport and business of bowling.
USBC Association Award. Recognizes a USBC association who has demonstrated a high degree of cooperation with their local BPAA proprietor group.
The BPAA Crisis Assistance Foundation, Inc., is a 501(c) (3) established and operated to provide disaster assistance to bowling proprietors who have been affected by natural disasters or other emergency hardship situations and who demonstrate a financial need. The Corporation aims to combat community deterioration by helping small businesses recover and contribute to the local economy, and to lessen the burden on governmental resources to provide aid in times of crisis. Further, the Corporation will engage in any and all activities incidental, useful or necessary to accomplish its purpose.
Bowling Proprietors, your support is invaluable. Your contributions fuel the BPAA Crisis Assistance Foundation, enabling us to provide essential grants to centers in dire need. Together we can ensure that no bowling center is left behind in times of hardship.
By Contributing to the BPAA Crisis Assistance Foundation, you're not just donating funds, you are helping to sustain the very essence of bowling culture
Bowling Centers facing Challenges? We're here for you.
The BPAA Crisis Assistance Foundation offers a lifeline during difficult times. Our grant program is designed to provide assistance when you need it most.
Use the Agent Score Card to evaluate your current agent. Be sure to send BPAA your agents that score 90 or more!
BPAA and RiskWell have partnered to bring Insurance Essentials to members. The partnership is designed to help centers become better risks and informed shoppers in the insurance marketplace. Safety courses, seminars, news, tips, signage, lane labels, ball return decals and other items will be free for members. Advocacy to current and new underwriters will be key to our partnership.
While RiskWell can write insurance, that is not the intent of the partnership. RisKWell starts by helping you evaluate your current broker, because we don't need just one broker. We need a marketplace full of good brokers who are willing to help centers with risk management and willing to advocate to underwriters for lower premiums and better coverage.
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We understand that every dollar counts, so membership fees are determined by the number of lanes at your center. What’s more, if you don’t see a return on your investment, your membership is on us. Sign up to take advantage of these exclusive member benefits:
Online employee training and management certification
Customizable marketing communication
Access to tournaments, industry conferences and networking events
Discounts on food, soft drinks, office supplies and electronics
Specialty items and in-center bowling art
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Call (817) 385-8405 or browse this site to learn more about BPAA member benefits. It pays to belong.
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