Walk Now For Autism: April 26th

As many of you may already know, April 26^th is the Los Angeles Walk Now for Autism. Walk Now for Autism, the nation's largest grassroots autism walk program, is Autism Speaks' signature fundraising and awareness event, taking place in communities across the United States, as well as in Canada and the United Kingdom. Powered by volunteers and families with loved ones on the autism spectrum, this successful grassroots fundraising effort not only generates vital funds for autism research but also raises awareness about the increasing prevalence of autism and the need for increased research funding to combat this complex disorder.

Our very own Stan Landes and his family are very involved in this organization and are looking for ICLA students to get involved too. We’re looking for people to help in any way that they can. You can raise money and participate in the walk. You can raise money and volunteer at the event. You can raise money and go and watch. Heck, you could raise money and stay at home…but that wouldn’t be fun.

We want you to get involved and make a difference in the autism community. If you’re interested in participating, and I hope you are: please click here and join “Team Teddy”.

There is no registration fee, but we ask that you try to raise some money. Once you join the team, there are easy, pre-made e-mails that you can send to your friends and family in order to raise money. The can donate quickly and easily online. There really isn’t a good reason not to raise some money. Let’s try to make an effort and make a difference in people’s lives!

Walk Now for Autism is a family-friendly event so bring the whole family along. There are activities for the children, resources for families, light refreshments and entertainment.

Date:
Saturday, April 26, 2008

Location:
The Rose Bowl
1001 Rose Bowl Dr
Pasadena, CA 91103

Time:
Registration opens: 8:00 a.m.
Resource Fair opens: 8:00 a.m.
Opening Ceremonies begin: 9:30 a.m.
Walk kicks off: 10:00 a.m.
Resource Fair closes: 1:00 p.m.

If you have ANY questions, please feel free to contact Stuart or Stan. We look forward to seeing you on the 26^th!

We will be organizing carpools to the event as it gets closer.