A new study published October 5, 2009 in the American Academy of Pediatrics' journal Pediatrics found a parent-reported autism prevalence rate of one in every 91 American children, including one in 58 boys.  For more information, click here.

       

2009 Walk Now for Autism Speaks Western New England Awards Reception
When: Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Where: The Log Cabin
           500 Easthampton Rd
           Holyoke, MA 01040
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Click Here to RSVP

Join Autism Speaks as we tackle autism! Experience the power of thousands united by a single cause by joining Walk Now for Autism. Start a corporate, school or family team today!

Walk Now for Autism offers everyone a fun-filled experience with entertainment, refreshments, an autism community resource fair, and much, much more. Be sure to raise $150 to earn your commemorative Walk Now for Autism
t-shirt. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

 Fundraising Tip of the Week
Office Fundraising Challenge.  Speak with everyone in your office and get them to challenge each other to raise the highest amount.  Give the ''winner'' a prize - maybe some movie passes, or a gift certificate to dinner.
Visit this link for ideas to put the FUN in FUNdraising! 


Grand Club

	We are happy to announce the Grand Club, open to all walkers who take that extra step and raise $1,000 or more.  Members of the Grand Club will receive a commemorative pin, VIP access on Walk Day and other fun benefits.
Congratulations and Thank You to 2009 Grand Club Members: