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Saturday, Sept. 18, at Tipton Park, Bloomington
The Autism Society of McLean County is a not-for-profit
organization that serves the central Illinois autism community.
One in 110 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
The goal is to raise $20,000, all of which will be used to
provide service and support to families dealing with autism.
5th annual run-walk at Tipton Park:
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Prizes for runners 19
and under, 20-24, 25-29,30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50+
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Refreshments
available.
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T-shirts for runners.
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$25 pre-registration,
$35 day of the race.
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Fundraising
encouraged but not required for runners.
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Coordinated by Lake
Run Club.
1K walk at Tipton Park:
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Prizes for top
fundraiser 12 and under.
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Prize for top
fundraiser 13 and up.
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Prize for top
fundraising team.
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Refreshments
available.
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T-shirts for walkers.
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$20 adults, $10 for
children 12 and under.
Past contributions have made a significant impact in the
community. Funds raised have allowed ASMC to improve and support a
vast array of services such as:
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Provide current
multimedia resources to families and professionals.
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Host conferences
on teaching and caring for individuals with autism.
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Established an
annual weeklong day camp in collaboration with Easter Seals.
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Provide stipends
to individuals with autism to help them be actively engaged in the
community.
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Publication of a quarterly newsletter.
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Recreational and
educational events for children with autism: baseball, basketball
and football skills camp, craft and activity classes, drama camp,
Vacation Bible School.
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Support meetings and
activities for families.
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Educational grants
program to enhance support in schools.
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Provide for adult
vocational, education and housing committees.
Register, pay and fundraise online at
www.autismmclean.org.
Register by mail: 2404 East Empire, Suite 231, Bloomington, IL
61704
Phone: 309-661-9440
For more information, contact David Warner, ASMC president, at
d.warner@autismmclean.org [Text from file received]
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