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Melissa Padera

Raised: $0.00

Goal: $150.00

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Melmark New England

Total raised: $52.75

Goal: $500.00

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My Story

Our twin sons, James and Ben, both are nonverbal and have autism. They are incredible with the work they put in to learn things that for others come naturally. The Flutie Foundation offers scholarships and supports to families who face challenges every day that come with a diagnosis of autism. It's a long road. I have always supported causes like the Flutie Foundation even prior to having the boys. Now it is even more important for me to give back and support these causes knowing how much Ken and I have appreciated the support from resources such as the Flutie Foundation for our boys. It takes a village, sometimes a state for families to flourish and help their children with autism flourish as well! Thank you for reading and hope you consider supporting this cause!

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Join me in reaching my goal for Dougie's Epic Adventure: A Magical Flutie 5K, to raise critical funds for the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism to help people and families affected by autism live life to the fullest!

Former NFL Quarterback, Doug Flutie, and his wife Laurie started the Doug Flutie, Jr. Flutie Foundation for Autism in 1998 after their son, Dougie, was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Their personal experience of raising a son on the autism spectrum inspired them to help others on an equally long and challenging journey. Over its 22-year history, the Flutie Foundation has distributed over $15 million to partner schools and organizations who provide clinical therapies, respite services, recreational programs, social skills training, job supports and more for people and families affected by autism.The Flutie Foundation also provides direct financial support to families through initiatives like education technology tools, adaptive camp scholarships, safety equipment, to provide immediate help where it's needed the most.

Learn More | www.flutiefoundation.org