Autism Fundraisers - Gallipolis, Columbus, Cleveland

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Have you purchased your Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate yet? To purchase yours, visit www.oplates.com and click on "Specialty Plates" or visit our website at www.autismohio.org for more information.Sincerely,Barbara C. YavorcikPresidentAutism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...home: byavorcik@...web: www.autismohio.org Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or impiled.

Walk for Autism 5K5th annual walkDoor prizes-Food & Beverages-Auction*WHERE:Gallipolis City Park, Gallipolis, Ohio*WHEN:Saturday, April 21st at 10:00Guest speakers at 10:45Walk starts at 11:00for more information:HOPE Intervention 740-742-3405 or 740-388-0191

Out Run Autism 4th Annual 5K Run/ Walk

April 21, 2007

Homestead Park, Hilliard, OH

Ohio families, individuals with autism, friends, caregivers, teachers and activists will meet for the fourth annual Out Run Autism 5K Run and one mile “fun run†at Homestead Park in Hilliard, Ohio on April 21, 2007. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the race begins at 10:00 a.m.

New to the event this year will be a post-race party with live entertainment featuring Columbus classic rock band The Detours, as well as Colin Gawel, lead singer and guitarist of Columbus favorite Watershed. Local and national companies, including Hooters and Cheryl’s Cookies have traditionally supplied refreshments for attendees.

Out Run Autism co-founder Tamara Heydt of Grove City said, “We are very blessed to have a community of runners and walkers who turn out for this event. The walk and run provides a day for our kids to participate with a very diverse group of people who all happen to share a love of running.â€

The beneficiary of this year’s event is Central Ohio Families for Effective Autism Treatment (COFEAT www.cofeat.org). COFEAT provides information and support to help parents and primary caregivers find effective treatment for individuals with autism.

“COFEAT came into existence at the same time our son was diagnosed with autism,†said co-founder Ron Kincaid of Upper Arlington. “The support that group provided in establishing a home-based tutoring program is immeasurable. I am certain that my son’s successes in life can all be traced back to what we learned from COFEAT.â€

Autism is a complex and severe life-long developmental disability that affects a person’s ability to communicate and relate to others. It is associated with rigid routines and repetitive, self-stimulatory behaviors. Symptoms can range from very mild to very severe.

Governor Ted Strickland has declared April Autism Awareness Month in Ohio. More than 10,000 Ohio residents have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Nationally, The Centers for Disease Control report that the incidence of autism in the United States is 1 in 150 children, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes and AIDS combined.

Registration is available through Premier Races at www.premierraces.com or by picking up a registration form at any local U.S. Bank branch location, The Columbus Running Co., Front Runner or Colin’s Coffee in Upper Arlington.

CONTACT: Ron Kincaid (614) 562-8887

Tamara Heydt (614) 804-2863

Join us this Saturday night as Cleveland Rocks Autismby raising awareness and over $100,000 for autism research

On April 21, 2007 Cleveland Rocks Autism will hit the House of Blues and we invite you to be a part of it. With your help we can make this an event to remember featuring 6 bands and the finest the House of Blues has to offer in food, libations, and atmosphere.

The evening will consist of 6 bands on two stages at the hip House of Blues featuring fine Southern Inspired cuisine. We will also unveil two wines from Grand River Cellars created and produced to raise money and awareness for autism. Throughout the evening there will be music, food, and wine along with an amazing silent auction featuring numerous sports related gifts, rock-n-roll memorabilia, walk-ons to Hollywood shows, and much more.

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