FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Dec. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The largest gathering of autism organizations in New England will convene at The Verve Crowne Plaza Hotel in Natick, MA on Friday, December 9th from 8:30am to 12pm
for the 3rd Annual Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism Partner Summit. The Flutie Foundation will announce 40 grant recipients to receive close to $400,000 in funding to further programs and services that are supporting families affected by autism. It is estimated that over 24,000 people will be directly impacted by this funding.
"It is an honor to host over 100 Autism Organizations, the largest gathering in New England, for a chance to share ideas, celebrate accomplishments and to recognize leaders for the important work they do in our communities every day." said Lisa Borges, executive director, Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. "The Foundation grants support family-focused programs in three key areas that include promoting active lifestyles, improving access to services, and enhancing the independence of adults with autism."
Funding supports non-profit organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Southern California, Central Florida and parts of Canada. Since 1998, the Foundation has distributed over $14 million of support for families affected by autism.
The summit will include educational speakers and workshops. Speakers include Christa Delcamp of WHDH-TV Channel 7 in Boston, who will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the Summit and announce the grant recipients.
The Keynote Speaker will be Eve Megargel (of Weston, MA), an author, educator, filmmaker, and pioneer in advocating that all individuals on the autism spectrum are independent communicators who are capable of self-expression and social relationships. Her book, Learning to Kiss, is a memoir of her son Billy's struggle to express his life in the midst of autism and chronic pain.
Joining Eve Megargel will be three model organizations who will share how funding from the Foundation benefits local families. They include:
The Sports Museum of New EnglandCreators of Boston vs. Bullies, The Sports Museum of New England has tailored the program for kids on the autism spectrum to provide guidance and options to combat bullies. Using Boston sports figures, this educational program has been delivered throughout the Greater Boston Area to help stop bullying in schools and in local communities.
University of Massachusetts Foundation – Camp ShriverCamp Shriver is a fully inclusive summer sports camp with 50% of participants having intellectual and developmental disabilities. Held each summer in Boston, Camp Shriver is provided at no cost to low income families in the Boston area for children ages 8-12 and include meals and transportation.
Friends of The New York Transit MuseumCreators of Travel Training 101, Friends of the New York Transit Museum provides autistic teens and young adults with a hands-on experience to travel New York City's transit system safely.
Immediately following the presentation, two workshops will be held: Grantwriting 201 & Beyond and Brand Management. Jack Peters and Liz Salmon from Peters Development Services will instruct participants on identifying, researching and preparing successful grant applications. The second workshop will be conducted by Denise Kaigler of MDK Brand Management. Denise will lead instruction on how to develop an authentic, consistent, and sustainable brand to achieve your business objectives.
About The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism:The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism (DFJF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) public benefit corporation helping families affected by autism live life to the fullest. Through programs and partnerships, DFJF helps people with autism get access to care; lead more active lifestyles; and grow toward adult independence. NFL Quarterback Doug Flutie and his wife Laurie, whose personal experience raising a son on the autism spectrum inspired their passion to help other families, established the Foundation in 1998. DFJF serves families throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Southern California, Central Florida and Canada. For more information on The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, visit www.flutiefoundation.org and find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/flutiefoundation and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/flutiefdn.
Media Contact:Maura GrahamSwell [email protected]617.285.9178
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"It is an honor to host over 100 Autism Organizations, the largest gathering in New England, for a chance to share ideas, celebrate accomplishments and to recognize leaders for the important work they do in our communities every day." said Lisa Borges, executive director, Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. "The Foundation grants support family-focused programs in three key areas that include promoting active lifestyles, improving access to services, and enhancing the independence of adults with autism."
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Funding supports non-profit organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Southern California, Central Florida and parts of Canada. Since 1998, the Foundation has distributed over $14 million of support for families affected by autism.
The summit will include educational speakers and workshops. Speakers include Christa Delcamp of WHDH-TV Channel 7 in Boston, who will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the Summit and announce the grant recipients.
The Keynote Speaker will be Eve Megargel (of Weston, MA), an author, educator, filmmaker, and pioneer in advocating that all individuals on the autism spectrum are independent communicators who are capable of self-expression and social relationships. Her book, Learning to Kiss, is a memoir of her son Billy's struggle to express his life in the midst of autism and chronic pain.
Joining Eve Megargel will be three model organizations who will share how funding from the Foundation benefits local families. They include:
The Sports Museum of New EnglandCreators of Boston vs. Bullies, The Sports Museum of New England has tailored the program for kids on the autism spectrum to provide guidance and options to combat bullies. Using Boston sports figures, this educational program has been delivered throughout the Greater Boston Area to help stop bullying in schools and in local communities.
University of Massachusetts Foundation – Camp ShriverCamp Shriver is a fully inclusive summer sports camp with 50% of participants having intellectual and developmental disabilities. Held each summer in Boston, Camp Shriver is provided at no cost to low income families in the Boston area for children ages 8-12 and include meals and transportation.
Friends of The New York Transit MuseumCreators of Travel Training 101, Friends of the New York Transit Museum provides autistic teens and young adults with a hands-on experience to travel New York City's transit system safely.
Immediately following the presentation, two workshops will be held: Grantwriting 201 & Beyond and Brand Management. Jack Peters and Liz Salmon from Peters Development Services will instruct participants on identifying, researching and preparing successful grant applications. The second workshop will be conducted by Denise Kaigler of MDK Brand Management. Denise will lead instruction on how to develop an authentic, consistent, and sustainable brand to achieve your business objectives.
About The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism:The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism (DFJF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) public benefit corporation helping families affected by autism live life to the fullest. Through programs and partnerships, DFJF helps people with autism get access to care; lead more active lifestyles; and grow toward adult independence. NFL Quarterback Doug Flutie and his wife Laurie, whose personal experience raising a son on the autism spectrum inspired their passion to help other families, established the Foundation in 1998. DFJF serves families throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Southern California, Central Florida and Canada. For more information on The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, visit www.flutiefoundation.org and find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/flutiefoundation and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/flutiefdn.
Media Contact:Maura GrahamSwell [email protected]617.285.9178
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