Autism has been a meaningful part of my life both personally and professionally. In college, I worked as a developmental therapist, providing 1:1 support to preschool children on the autism spectrum—helping them build communication, social, and emotional skills through play and connection.
Today, this cause continues to be deeply personal. My 14-year-old son is on the spectrum, and together, we’re learning, growing, and navigating life with all the challenges and joys that come with it.
That’s why I’m running to support the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) through the RUN FOR AUTISM program. Please consider making a contribution and sharing this page with your family and friends. Every dollar raised directly supports OAR’s mission to fund research and resources that make a real difference for individuals and families living with autism today.
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💙 Why RUN FOR AUTISM?
➡️ 1 in 31 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with autism. ➡️ OAR funds applied research and practical resources that empower families, educators, and self-advocates.
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💡 How Your Donation Helps: • $10 – Provides a Curriculum in a Box professional development set to general education teachers. • $25 – Provides 15 copies of A Guide to Safety to families and first responders. • $100 – Delivers the Kit for Kids peer education program to an entire elementary or middle school. • $150 – Sends 100 Life Journey through Autism guidebooks to a community support group or military installation. • $1,000 – Funds a research grant for a graduate student studying autism. • $3,000 – Provides a college scholarship for a student with autism. • $50,000 – Fully underwrites an applied research pilot study.
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Together, we can help create a world where individuals with autism are better understood, supported, and celebrated for their strengths. Thank you for helping me make every mile—and every dollar—count. 💙
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