Outrun Autism!

 

Dear Friends of Firefly,

 

One of our key strategic imperatives at Firefly is to "Serve the Underserved."  There are hundreds of children and families living with Autism today that are unable to access quality services. Some experience financial barriers, some experience geographic barriers, and for others there are linguistic barriers.  Firefly is on a mission to develop programs and/or partner with organizations to create an environment that opens the doors to children so that they can have access to services. This type of endeavor takes money.

 

In an effort to raise Money and Awareness for Autism and Firefly, I have agreed to accept a challenge that puts me well outside of my comfort zone.  I am going to participate in a 3 Day Foot Race from December 29, 2013 - January 1, 2014.  The race is intended to see just how far you can go.  I thought it was very similar to the journey our children are on here at Firefly.  Our goal is to raise $55,000 to support us in bringing services to underserved children and families. I am making a personal plea to all of you to consider a gift to support Firefly and send a vote of confidence as I become extremely uncomfortable. I'm not looking forward to the discomfort, sleeplessness and whatever else awaits me.  However, this is only a 3 day journey for me . . . for our children living with Autism, it is a lifetime endeavor. 

 

To make a tax deductible gift click here, or mail a check payable Firefly Autism to 2695 South Jersey Street, Denver, CO  80222.

• Tonight a client of mine did something I thought was incredible for any child: we had been talking about flood victim stories as I service the northern region and this is where he lives as well; his classmates, school, and parents' coworkers and work locations all affected by the flood. The client's home was surrounded but luckily not affected by flood waters... Anyways, during session he goes up to his room and brings back down ALL of the money he has and tells Mom he wants to donate it to a Longmont flood charity. This was so selfless and so generous of him, he did not save any of his money for himself and gave everything he had to donate to the flood relief. This coming from a client whose goals include perspective taking and expressing empathy, I was particularly touched, as was Mom.

•  An Early Childhood kiddo who started out shy and unsure of this "costume idea" is now ready for Halloween. He embraces the fun in being able to change into character and giggle about these silly costumes we dress up in once a year!  Tick-or-Treat!!   

•  One of our 15 year old kiddos had a successful grocery store excursion........He did not attempt elopement, waited for his peers and participated in the checkout. Grocery Shopping conquered...what else you got teachers!!!!!!

• Going on our third week attending this school, my Son (nonverbal) is making his mark..over the years, I 've worked with him one word at a time..well every day, he runs into the building with a smile on his face....now he said,"Go get into the car, and go to Firefly."...he's excited!! We travel one hour and a half back and forth each day.It is worth the trip! Thank you to everyone at FIREFLY AUTISM! You truly.....Understand ..

 

Get Fit 4 Firefly 

 

Camp Gladiator 

Friends, family, and other members of the community can sign up with us for the normal Camp Gladiator Sessions..... $80 for 4 weeks of Unlimited sessions (any location any time) with Camp Gladiator at over 20 locations in Denver/Boulder...

 

Just imagine the stuff we could get to support our students, including assessment tools, curriculum, technology and perhaps an extra ABA session or assessment for a kid, with just couple hundreds of dollars and how much we could get if we could double, triple, or quadruple that.

 

Camp Gladiator is more than a fitness boot camp, it's an experience.

To learn more about CAMP GLADIATOR check them out at 

http://campgladiator.com/colorado/

 

Pumpkin Pie Race

This race is on November 16th in City Park. A team has been created called TEAM FIREFLY that anyone can join when they register.  Just select TEAM FIREFLY and use the password "firefly".  For each person who joins the team, the race company will donate $10 to Firefly Autism!  Just because you join the team does not mean you have to run together or even know the rest of the team - it just means we are all helping Firefly raise additional funds. This is a great way to build our relationships with our staff, board, parents and the community!

Firefly's Wish List

 

Looking for an easy way to help out our kiddos? Consider purchasing one of the items below for our programs. It's easy and greatly appreciated by both our team and kiddos!

Gearing-Up for Colorado Gives Day

 

On December 10th we have the opportunity to create new partnerships and generate funding that will allow us to impact the lives of thousands. Please spread the word "Support Firefly Autism on Colorado Gives Day on December 10th." 

 

 

Last year, Coloradans made an astonishing show of support for local nonprofits by donating $15.4 million in just 24 hours. A total of $15.7 million was distributed to the nonprofits, thanks to additional contributions from the FirstBank Incentive Fund and 36 cash prizes. Let's see what we can do on Colorado Gives Day 2013!

 

When:	24 hours starting at 12 a.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2013
How:	Donate online through the website
Why:	To support the nonprofits that protect and nurture quality of life in Colorado

To be a proud supporter of this beautiful state that we live in and make a difference in the lives of children and Families living with Autism go to https://www.coloradogives.org on December 10th and give the gift of voice during this holiday season. You can also go on the site anytime and set up for an automatic donation to take place on December 10th. We appreciate your support! 

 

Thank you to Rita Coltrane and Signature Interiors, for sponsoring Firefly Autism to receive email marketing from Constant Contact, through their Cares4Kids program.  

Rita recognizes the relevance of this program to Firefly
Autism and initiated sponsorship to enable the ongoing
delivery of Sparks to our friends and families.

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