Before I get into the how...you might want to know why we need your support at the Autism Society...since the beginning of the year we have taken literally thousands of phone calls in our information and referral program. Add to that hundreds of emails and dozens of face to face meetings - helping individuals with autism, families, and professionals who serve our loved ones with autism. We do not charge or require membership for this service - we do it because the help is so desperately needed.

 

Whether on the local, state or national level, we do a lot and we wish we could do more but resources are limited - especially in these tough economic times and with the mess in Springfield. You can help by registering for the Rally for Autism, using a Jewel Shop N Share coupon or attending the Maywood Park or Hope Ride event. We are highly aware of donor fatigue and that we ask for so much support from the people we are trying to serve but I hope you will take the opportunity to forward this mail to your family, friends and coworkers - anyone outside of the autism community.

 

Thanks for listening! That was the why...and here is the how!

 

Please download a Jewel Shop n Share coupon from autismillinois.org for use today and tomorrow! (sorry I didn't get this out yesterday)

 

Also, I have 50/50 cash raffle tickets for ASI's Maywood park event...only $10 for a chance at $1000, 500 and 250...assuming 350 tickets sold - that's a 1 in 117 chance of winning a prize! And if you can attend the event, tickets are for sale too...$40 for a fun night including Valet Parking and a great buffet and private seating! Contact me or anyone at ASI...

 

For you motorcycle enthusiasts the Autism Society of Illinois is holding the Hope Ride for Autism - September 12th - see autismillinois.org

 

And finally, the 7th Annual Rally for Autism, August 15th in Libertyville...see rallyforautism.com

 

Eric