In July of this year Cruz was diagnosed with Autism. We felt alone and overwhelmed with this news. But what helped us was being surrounded by others that provided our family with resources, knowledge and HOPE! Cruz is an amazing little guy who is full of joy, wonder and strength. Cruz is also surrounded by so much love, especially by his sister, Sofia. We have all had to adjust and learn how to support and care for Cruz, and Sofia has been his number one fan while he achieves his goals. It has been such a blessing to witness their love. Autism is part of our lives and we have welcomed this new world with open arms and an open heart. We are excited to see where Cruz will go with life and through it all we ask for all of you to help and support us in this journey! One way you can support is by donating to the Autism Speaks Walk.

Love, The Flores  

Today, over 70 million children and adults are affected by autism. Each of them, have unique strengths, challenges and potential. Autism Speaks will be there for them. You and I can be too.

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!