I am running with RUN FOR AUTISM on April 23, 2017 in the London Marathon. Aside from training over the next five months, I have decided to turn my early-morning workouts and long runs into something really meaningful. I am reaching out to help raise money for autism research.
1 in 4 people in the United States knows someone with autism. It is estimated that at least 1.7 million individuals in the U.S. are on the autism spectrum. The signs of autism become apparent by the time a child is three years old. This affects the way those with autism interact with their environment.
To be clear, autism isn’t a disease or an injury. I believe that neurological differences such as autism should be recognized and respected as any other human variation. I am not in support of finding a cure for autism. Rather, I would like to find a way for us to value the unique insights the autistic mind has to offer.
I support research on autism that is focused on: finding effective forms of augmentative and alternative communication for autistic people who don’t speak, on exploring what autism looks like through old age, as they move through adulthood, and on researching what accommodations, supports, and services can enable people to live the lives they want.
My son Nolan was diagnosed as being on the Autism spectrum at the age of 11. From ages 3 through 11, he struggled through school and everyday life because he was not properly supported. Upon entering 6th grade, Nolan, recommendation through his education team, was placed in the ASD Nest program at MS447 in Brooklyn, New York. The mission of the ASD Nest program is to create the best possible public school model for children with ASD and implement that model in all New York City neighborhoods. Because of the support provided by the ASD Nest program, Nolan was prepared for high school, both socially and academically. He is currently a junior at Harvest Collegiate High School in New York City and is a vibrant member of the school community; he is an honors student and was elected to serve on the SLT (School Leadership Team).
FUNDS NEEDED:
The goal is to raise at least $5000. It is for a great cause, so I know that I can make it with your generosity and help.
EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS
I am dedicating this run to my son, Nolan, and autism research. All proceeds will go to the Organization for Autism Research, a national non-profit organization that funds research and offers resources for those affected by autism.
RISKS:
What would happen if we don't meet our financial goal in this campaign? Even if the final target of this campaign is not met, all raised funds will still be sent to OAR and a balance is paid by yours truly.
And now, we're hoping you will lend your support no matter how big or small. Together, with your help and our miles, we will provide research, education, and support for those affected by autism.
Supporters | |||
Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
Ila Morrow | 06/26/2017 | $25.00 | As a social worker, Autism research is cause that is very close to my heart...and, I did a practicum at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders in graduate school. Thank you for your effort and commitment. | Sheila Schmidt | 05/17/2017 | $50.00 | Stacie Taranto | 04/24/2017 | $25.00 | Congratulations on a race well done (and for raising money for a wonderful cause dear to you!) | Anonymous Friend | 04/24/2017 | $100.00 | Kristen Lotto | 04/23/2017 | $50.00 | Marc Lucas | 04/22/2017 | $100.00 | Emily Grasser | 04/21/2017 | $30.00 | Good luck!!! | Emily Saunderson | 04/21/2017 | $25.00 | Good Luck! | Elizabeth Lahey | 04/21/2017 | $50.00 | Good luck! | Eric Malinowski | 04/21/2017 | $25.00 | Judy Shevlin | 04/21/2017 | $25.00 | Good luck! | Anonymous Friend | 04/21/2017 | $25.00 | Good luck! | Anne Hallett | 04/21/2017 | $200.00 | Run Tamara! !! | Erin Fitzmaurice | 04/21/2017 | $50.00 | Kick some butt girl! | Amanda Maddock | 04/19/2017 | $26.20 | Go Tamara go! Can't wait to hear about your adventure. | Rhodelia Azcueta | 04/18/2017 | $35.00 | Carol Eng | 04/17/2017 | $40.00 | Best of luck, Tamara! | Abigail Guay | 04/06/2017 | $25.00 | Valerie Zimmer | 03/21/2017 | $25.00 | Go Tamara, go! So glad to have met you! | Elizabeth Snarr | 03/21/2017 | $11.00 | You do great things! | Ruqaiyah Najjar | 03/21/2017 | $100.00 | Todd Barnes | 03/21/2017 | $11.00 | Good luck today! | P M | 03/15/2017 | $25.00 | Beth Arsenault | 03/09/2017 | $50.00 | Best of luck. So proud of you! | Abigail Guay | 01/03/2017 | $25.00 | Christina Carroll | 12/31/2016 | $25.00 | My sis is the bomb! Go Tman! | Caitlin Thurnauer | 12/31/2016 | $25.00 | Go Tamara Go!!! | Heidi Thomas | 12/29/2016 | $200.00 | Run, Tamara, Run! Good lock with your training, and thanks for running for such a great cause! | Joshua Levi and Korly DeVries | 12/25/2016 | $50.00 | Be the champion you were born to be! We know you'll win the marathon ;) | Chad Brokaw | 12/25/2016 | $25.00 | Eric Malinowski | 12/25/2016 | $25.00 | John Gronbeck-Tedesco | 12/13/2016 | $50.00 | Karuna and I will be cheering you on from afar. Relish the experience. | Michelle Hobgood | 12/12/2016 | $25.00 | Best of luck Tamara!! Sending you a big high 5 from one autism mom to another! | Walter Thomas | 11/30/2016 | $50.00 | London marathon sounds like it would be an awesome thing to do! Good Luck, Tamara. | Andrew Malinowski | 11/29/2016 | $50.00 | Ethan Danahy | 11/29/2016 | $42.00 | Hally Thornton | 11/29/2016 | $50.00 | We feel so lucky that fate brought you, Todd, Nolan and Nico into our lives! Best of luck training and we just know you will slay this marathon! Love - Hally, Johnny & Max! | Pam Mancini | 11/28/2016 | $50.00 | Josh and Laura Carroll | 11/28/2016 | $25.00 | We are happy to support you and such a great cause! Best of Luck as you train for and finish this marathon! Love, Josh, Laura, and Isla | JD Roberto | 11/28/2016 | $25.00 | Go get em! | Justin and Heidi Freeman | 11/27/2016 | $25.00 | Daily Burn | 11/16/2016 | $500.00 | Best of luck from Daily Burn! We're so proud to cheer you on :) |
Total | $2,395.20 |