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My team
Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism
Total raised: $26,811.44
Goal: $25,000.00
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hello! I am running to raise money for the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. This foundation helps people affected by autism live their life to the fullest. It provides direct financial assistance to families, works with law enforcement to keep communities safe & secure, and provides technology to enhance important programs.
I feel personally moved to run for this foundation as I have seen it’s positive and wide reaching impact through my good friend Ellen Fitzpatrick. Ellen works as the Flutie Foundation Programs and Operations Coordinator and she has shared many inspiring stories with me.
One of my favorite parts of this foundation is The Flutie Fellow program that supports young adults with autism in pursuit of career and life goals. I was blown away when Ellen shared the story and voice of Lavender Darcangelo. If you have a moment, please read her story and hear her singing here: https://www.flutiefoundation.org/lavender-darcangelo
Thank you for reading this and I hope you feel inspired to donate below!
Description
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 20-year history, the Flutie Foundation has distributed over $14 million to schools and organizations that provide clinical therapies, respite services, recreational programs, social skills training, job supports and more for people affected by autism.
The Flutie Foundation also provides education technology tools, adaptive camp scholarships, safety equipment, and direct family support through its special programs. The Flutie Foundation’s newest initiative, Flutie Spectrum Enterprises, will help create businesses to employ adults with autism.
Learn More | www.flutiefoundation.org
Thank you to our recent donors!
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 22 | Mark | $23.02 |
| Jun 22 | Dina McNaughton | $20.00 |
| Jun 17 | Katrina McNaughton | $109.85 |
