Walks Raise Money, Awareness for those with Autism

To the Editor:
(May 2011) The Kelberman Center hosted its annual Walk for Autism on April 2 and 30 at sites across Central New York.  In total, the seven walks raised more than $107,000, which will remain local and be used for various programs and services at the Kelberman Center including the Awesome Summer Days camp, Pool Pals, and the Social Skills groups for both adults and children.
The Walks for Autism raised an incredible $30,000 more than in 2010, a testament to our dedicated and generous community. The Walks took place in Oneida, Utica, Rome, New Hartford, Cooperstown, Northern Communities and Boonville. Each walk featured entertainment, refreshments, activities, and prizes.
The annual walks were once again a great success as family and friends enjoyed the morning with others walking for the same cause.
“We Walk for One, We Walk for All” was the theme to represent the person that each community member knows who has autism and the one in 110 currently diagnosed. Kelberman staff would like to thank First Niagara Bank, NYCM Insurance, Gremlin Medical Supply, Recovery Sports Grill and the many other sponsors and hard-working committee members who were instrumental in making this year’s event such a success.
For more information about autism or to make additional donations, contact the Kelberman Center at (315) 797-6241.
Beth Myers, Kelberman Center Associate Executive

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