Pleae join me in my efforts to support Autism Speaks and Worldwide Autism Awareness Month during April, 2023. 

I am raising funds to support a cause that is important to me while accomplishing a personal goal. I will be running the 5K in Prospect Park in Saturday April 1st, 2023 and also hosting our annual Peloton Event to raise money and awareness. The Peloton Event will be Saturday April 22nd, 2023 at 11 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. respectively. This year we have joined forced with the "Clip-in for Kindness" campaign up and down the East Coast with hopes to make this National by 2024. We hope you can join us for either event or donate to the cause. 

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates 1 in 54 children is on the autism spectrum.

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. They empower people with autism and their families with resources, online tools and information covering the life span. 

Autism Speaks enhances lives today and is accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.

Thank you for helping me reach my goal. Your support is greatly appreciated!

Rich, Marisa, Scarlett and Ryder Petretti