BUFFALO, N.Y. — On Saturday, April 27, The Summit Center held its 20th Autism Walk to benefit children with autism and other related developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. As Summit’s largest fundraiser, the Autism Walk annually draws 2,500 participants and has raised more than two million dollars to benefit critical programs and services for local children.
This family friendly event took place at The Summit Center Campus, 150 Stahl Road in Getzville. Participants have their choice of a long walk route along the Amherst Bike Path or a shorter route around the Summit Center grounds. The post-walk picnic will feature food, beverages, children’s activities, and live entertainment. To better serve our families, Summit Behavior Support Staff will be on-site for Walk Day.
Register today or make a donation to help support local families during Autism Awareness Month. Click Here to REGISTER or DONATE on-line.
Event information:
Saturday, April 27th
The Summit Center 150 Stahl Rd Getzville, NY 14068
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Shuttle Service from Amherst Police Station/Audubon Library - 500 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, NY 14228 - parking on the left.)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Check-in (Registration - all event attendees must register and sign the liability waiver. Day of Registration will be under the tent in the parking lot.)
10:00 am - Noon (Walk Opening Ceremony. Walk immediately following.)
Noon - 1:30 p.m. (Post-walk picnic with food, beverages, entertainment and children's activities.)
Please do NOT bring any animals or pets on this Walk. Many of the students are sensitive to animals.
For more than 40 years, The Summit Center has given hope to Western New York families affected by autism and developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Summit is considered a Center of Excellence, serving 2,300 children and young adults through Early Intervention & Education, Behavioral Health, Community & Family Support, and Adult programs and services. Click Here for more information on The Summit Center.
WGRZ Ch. 2 is a sponsor of The Summit Center Autism Walk.
