Come join the South Asian Autism Awareness Centre (SAAAC) for our inaugural Walk-A-Thon. All proceeds will go towards developing our free Diagnostic Clinic that puts families on a path to early diagnosis and early intervention.
SAAAC was created with the intention of inspiring families in need of access to autism services, with a special focus on the cultural elements in newcomer communities that pose particular challenges. We currently provide free and subsidized programming to 200 families living with autism and have 120 active volunteers.
Our organization looks to create positive change through the following avenues:
- Encouraging lifelong development of the children, youth, and adults we serve through diverse therapies and programs
- Empowering parents through education, training, and peer support networks
- Engaging communities through meaningful volunteer experiences and fostering greater understanding and acceptance of autism
- Providing access for all through community engagement and knowledge sharing
Registration fees
Walk-A-thon Closed
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$20.00Jul. 20 - Sep. 10
Our Route
Where Your Donation Will Go
"The science has been clear for two decades: early intervention is key to improving the lives of children with autism and to reduce the long-term costs of the neurodevelopmental disorder." (Andrea Gordon, Toronto Star)
When you participate in SAAAC's Walk-A-Thon, you will be helping our organization develop and sustain our free Diagnositic Clinic. The purpose of our clinic will be to speed up the process of receiving a diagnosis, so that families can receive services for their child earlier. Early diagnosis means early intervention, which ultimately means improving the lives of children with autism. We need your help in making this lasting change possible.
Learn more about our clinic here: http://bit.ly/294Z5uM
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arunthathy Sellathurai | $600.00 |
| 2 | Umesh Rayar | $500.00 |
| 3 | Vadivelu Santhakumar | $300.00 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Lakshmi
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Lakshmi Solomons$2,170.00 Raised$2,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Geetha
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Geetha Moorthy$1,260.00 Raised$1,500.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Dushy
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Dushy Muthiah$650.00 Raised$500.00 Goal |
Event schedule
- Sun., September 11, 2016 9:00 a.m. - Registration and Welcome Note
- Sun., September 11, 2016 10:00 a.m. - Walk Begins
- Sun., September 11, 2016 11:00 a.m. - Walk Ends
- Sun., September 11, 2016 11:30 a.m. - Recognition/Appreciation/Refreshments
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jallaja Para
- volunteers@saaac.org
- Phone
- +1 416-289-0100
- Website
- Visit website
