Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 Since he was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome in 2002, my son (now 14) has been a crusader for research into the causes & treatments of Autism. I believe that this is mostly because his differences were so misunderstood for so long. Since I began selling Tupperware as a way to provide me with more time with my children, it seemed only natural that now that I have a " normal " job, that I continue using Tupperware to benefit my kids. Last year, raised almost $200 in pledges for the Walk, and we were able to donate an additional $800 thanks to the purchases during our fundraising drive. All of my profit from Tupperware sales now through October 31 will be donated to NAAR/Autism Speaks. That's at least 25% of the sales before shipping & tax, and could be as much as 35% depending on my volume of sales each month. My donation is not just from people who mention Autism, it is from each & every sale for the next 4 1/2 months. You may shop securely online at: http://my.tupperware.com/johnbriley or you can call or email me for a catalog. In addition, if anyone has a home or silent Tupperware party I will donate an additional $100 to NAAR/Autism Speaks. If anyone is interested in supporting or joining our team for the Walk this year, please see the following letter. Thanks for your support of Autism research! Sheri Briley Dear Friends and Family, Autism Speaks is getting ready for its annual signature event, Walk for Autism Research. I am planning to be a part of that Walk and I am asking you to join me in raising critically-needed funds for autism research by making a contribution in support of my Walk. Autism is a complex brain disorder that often inhibits a person's ability to communicate, respond to surroundings, or form relationships with others. First identified more than 50 years ago, autism is typically diagnosed by the age of two or three. Autism affects people of all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Few disorders are as devastating to a child and his or her family. While some people with autism are mildly affected, most people with the condition will require lifelong supervision and care and have significant language impairments. Many children with autism will never be able to tell their parents they love them. Currently, the causes of autism are unknown and there are no specific medical treatments or cure. Physicians have no blood test or scan that can definitively diagnose the disorder. As such, the diagnosis of autism is based solely upon observations of behavior. Despite increasing national interest and high prevalence, autism research is one of the lowest funded areas of medical research by both public and private sources. Whatever you can give will help! I greatly appreciate your support and will keep you posted on my progress. To send a donation: You may make a check payable to Autism Speaks and mail your check to me: Sheri Briley 3811 Secretariat Dr Florissant, MO, 63034-3305 Or you may contribute online by going to: http://www.autismwalk.org/site/TR? px=1144763 & pg=personal & fr_id=1200 & s_tafId=14839 Hugs & Peace, Sheri Briley http://my2.tupperware.com/johnbriley Click here to view the team page for 's Angels http://www.autismwalk.org/site/TR? team_id=64741 & pg=team & fr_id=1200 & s_tafId=14839 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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