Thanks to Ambassadors, Kindness Ruled in April

August 13, 2019

Victoria Veloz-Vicioso and Englewood Mayor Michael Wildes holding a Choose Kindness t-shirt

Ambassadors Chose Kindness Throughout National Autism Month and Raise Nearly $150,000.

Nearly 1,000 registered ambassadors and hundreds of school districts across the state encouraged people throughout New Jersey to Choose Kindness in April, National Autism Month. In previous years, we have been extremely impressed by the dedication and energy of our participants, and the 2019 Ambassador Program was no exception.

Thanks to the countless activities that took place in communities in all 21 counties, there is now a stronger understanding and greater acceptance of autism around the state.

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Ambassador Fundraisers

With the support of our ambassador fundraisers, combined with our generous sponsors, the 2019 Ambassador Program raised nearly $150,000 to help us sustain the important work we do. Through public policy, credible information and guidance through our 800.4.AUTISM Helpline, Autism New Jersey is able to keep caregivers, professionals, and legislators up to date on the needs of New Jersey’s autism community. View a full list of ambassador fundraisers>>

Rockin’ for Autism was created by Mallory Banks in 2011 as a simple bake sale to honor her older brother, Ethan. This year's event raised $17,000.
Participants stroked, kicked, and splashed their way toward raising more than $11,300 at the Swim & Play.
The 7th annual Broadway Stars fundraising event hosted by Montclair University’s PRSSA raised $7,100.