Hello friends and family,

We would love for you to join us on September 20th, 2025 as we come together to celebrate a very special little boy ? Josiah.

Josiah is 3 years old, and he is truly an amazing, bright, and joyful child. In 2024, he was diagnosed with autism. At first, I?ll admit, I struggled to accept this diagnosis. But every single day since, Josiah has been teaching me something new. He shows me the world in ways I never imagined.

He is smart, full of energy, and filled with so much love. Josiah has a way of lighting up any room he walks into ? he can seriously put a smile on anyone?s face.

This day is not just about celebrating Josiah?s journey, but also about surrounding him with the love, support, and joy of the people who mean the most.

So please save the date ? September 20th, 2025 ? and come join us in celebrating our amazing Josiah.

We can?t wait to see you all there. ?

It?s only through the dedicated support of people like us that Autism Speaks can continue their vital mission work. Each year, the Autism Speaks Autism Response Team makes direct contact with tens of thousands of individuals looking for advice or guidance and more than one million people access their free nationwide autism services and resources. They continue to partner and support research to improve the lives of people with autism by investing in science that will allow more personalized treatments and therapies. You can find out even more about where your fundraising dollars go at autismspeaks.org/our-work.

Please join me by donating to help me reach my fundraising goal. Together, we have the power to enhance the lives of people with autism and make a meaningful difference. Thanks so much for your support!e