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 Purchase, NY - Thousands of walkers – including individuals with autism, their families and friends – are expected to join together to raise much-needed funds for critical scientific research and to increase awareness about a growing health crisis that now affects 1 in every 150 children at Autism Speaks’ 7th Annual Westchester/Fairfield Walk Now for Autism on Sunday, June 8, at Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY.
All proceeds from the event benefit Autism Speaks, the nation’s leading autism advocacy organization.
Last year’s event raised more than $1.2 million with more than 216 teams. This year’s goal is to break $1.5. This year’s sponsor include The Ward Family Foundation, Leterman-Gortz Corporation and Nutricia.
Walk Now for Autism is a unique fundraising event which creates a safe and fun day for families who are affected with autism. The day includes a 2 to 3 mile walk and Community Resource fair with educational sources, therapists, schools, recreational organizations, and creative child-friendly activities; a true “one-stop-shop” for families affected by autism.
Toys “R” Us, Toys “R” Us Children’s Fund, Parade Magazine and Chevrolet proudly serve as national sponsors of the Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism program.
Autism is a complex brain disorder that inhibits a person’s ability to communicate and develop social relationships, and is often accompanied by extreme behavioral challenges. Another child is diagnosed every 20 minutes.
What: Autism Speaks 7th Annual Westchester/Fairfield Walk Now for Autism
When: Sunday, JUNE 8
9:30 AM registration
10:00 AM opening ceremonies
11:00 AM walk begins
Where: MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE, PURCHASE, NY
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