Autism Speaks at Eyas Landing and Blue Bird Day’s First Annual Expressions Gala April 4, 2016 Did you know that 1 in 68 children are born with autism in the US? Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disability impacting hundreds of families within our community on a daily basis. There is currently no cure for Autism Spectrum Disorder, but increasing research shows that early detection and high quality early intervention help children with autism overcome many obstacles.
Hoo HA Comedy to benefit The Center for Enriched Living at Rockit Burger Bar September 17, 2014 Bradley Kent has never hosted a comedy show before. In fact, he's never done stand-up. So how did he get a hosting gig at Hoo HA Comedy, one of Chicago's best stand-up comedy showcases? Bradley, 26, is...
Did you know: April is Autism Awareness Month! AS2YP Celebrates with Events All Month Long! March 31, 2014 Did you know? April is Autism Awareness Month! And AS2YP (Autism Speaks to Young Professionals) is doing its part to celebrate in Chicago. Are you? Join us as we celebrate and spread awareness all April long!
Glossed & Found and Project Onward celebrate Autism Awareness Day March 25, 2014 Digital video magazine GlossedandFound.com loves to make new friends - and you should be one of them! Join team G&F on Wednesday, April 2, to meet their newest friend Project Onward and celebrate a year-long media partnership with the inspiring organization at a cocktail party with a whole lot of art—and heart!
Be a Hero at Legacy’s 6th Annual Autism Speaks Heroes Ball! October 30, 2013 Be a Hero! Do your part while enjoying a great night out at Legacy's 6th Annual Autism Speaks Heroes Ball. Join Host Ted Brunson and Chicago’s most social and generous young professionals. Billy Dec and Rockit Ranch Productions have generously supported the Autism Speaks Heroes Ball since its inception in 2008 and we couldn’t thank them enough! Read up on all of the exciting details surrounding the event below.
Calling All Heroes: 5th Annual Autism Speaks Heroes BASH! November 28, 2012 Be a Hero, Have a Ball! Join Ted Brunson, of WGN’s “Chicago’s Best,” Ed Swiderski of “The Bachelorette” and “Bachelor Pad”fame, renowned DJ Jason Kalendr, and other notable guests for the Autism Speaks Heroes Bash, this Thursday, November 29th, 6pm-9pm, at Sushi Samba (504 N Wells). This is not your average fundraiser! This lively event is known for having the best drinks, the best vibe and the best crowd—drawing a who’s who of Chicago’s most social and generous young professionals.
Dempster Family Foundation’s “Casino Night” July 13, 2011 Ryan Dempster is a starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs and has over thirteen years of MLB experience. He has been with the Cubs for the past eight years! His daughter, Riley, was born in 2009 with the genetic disorder 22q, which prompted him and his wife to start the Dempster Family foundation. The disease is a chromosomal abnormality that causes a very wide range of health issues. Not only does the disease cause developmental issues, but it also is the source of heart defects, autism, and immune system problems. Currently, a cure does not exist and children suffering from the disease require significant medical attention.
Shutting down www.facebook.com/Billydec & www.twitter.com/billydec? November 1, 2010 a facebook friend & twitter follower just sent me the video above about staying off twitter and facebook for the day to bring attention to the fight against autism.. and I said I’m absolutely a...
Chicago Blackhawks' Brian Campbell Foundation Texas Hold 'Em Event! February 9, 2010 Shout out to Chicago Blackhawks' brian campbell for launching his new foundation "Campbell for Kids" raising funds for chicagoland charities helping children w/ learning disabilities, autism & other...