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Dear Supporters:
The Macomb/St.Clair County Affiliate of the Autism Society is sponsoring, “Out &
About
Autism”,
The
mission
of the a 5k Run/5k Walk for Autism Awareness. The walk is scheduled for
Macomb/St.
Saturday, Clair
June 20, 2015 at Stony Creek Metro Park. The goal of the run/walk is to
County
Chapter
raise funds of
to enable the Affiliate to achieve our on going mission to assist
the Autism and families affected by autism by providing public awareness,
individuals
Society ofand resources related to Autism Spectrum Disorders. One of the ways we
education
America
is to this goal is through our recreational grant, “Out & About Autism,”
are achieving
enhance the lives
which provides financial assistance to special education classrooms for field trips
of persons and
and
recreational
programs. In addition, we will use the funds raised to provide
families
affected
recreational
opportunities
created by our Affiliate. Opportunities such as: Family
by Autism.
Enrichment
To accomplishWeekend Camp, which allows families to participate in a fun-filled
weekend
atwill
the Lions Club Camp in Lapeer. In addition, we have hosted Halloween
this, resources
& Christmas
be used to parties, private movie showings, swimming and other events that have
promote
been
a great success. For over 400 families with children affected by autism living
awareness.
within our counties, these often free recreational events make available valuable
social opportunities presented in an atmosphere of acceptance. We continue to be
a great source of support by having our monthly meetings as well as having
speakers come in to present on a variety of topics.
The Macomb/St. Clair Affiliate of the AS is a 501(c) (3) Non-profit organization. For
over 34 years, the Affiliate has been operated entirely by parents and professionals
who volunteer their time to help other families. Our operating funds are raised
through fundraising events such as “Out & About Autism”, individual donations, and
pledges from area service groups. We are requesting your assistance in making our
Run/Walk a successful event. We are in need of donations, and if you can donate
an item or a service for a raffle prize, or a monetary donation, this may be
considered a tax deduction. If your company would like to sponsor our walk and
have your logo appear on the back of the event shirt, please see attached summary
of sponsorship levels! We truly appreciate your support every year, and please
contact me at 586-445-4915 if you have any further questions, or email @
Autismrunwalk2015@comcast.net.
MSCCC/ASA Tax ID# 38-2991240
See you at the walk!
Get this exclusive
Walking Puzzle Pin
with Pledges of $100 or
more!
Theresa Gabalis,
Chairperson
Macomb/St. Clair County Affiliate/Autism Society
www.macombasa.org
P.O. BOX 182186, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN 48318
For more information, go to www.macombasa.org or call 586-445-4915