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2020
Not-for-Profit
of the Year
BE 
A

HERO

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ABOUT

The Autism Hero Project (AHP)

OUR VISION

Prepare kids with autism for the world and prepare the world for them.

OUR Mission

Promote autism acceptance, change public policy and the way the world does business with a workforce that is intentional about inclusion.  We sponsor medical insurance for autistic children to gain access Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy to attain the life skills they need to reach their full potential.

 

About

UPCOMING EVENTS

Our inaugural ride for a cause and picnic in partnership with the northern illinois charity riders

Thank you to the Northern Illinois Charity Riders for kicking off our Inaugural #RideForACause followed by a Family Picnic for the whole family! All Activities take place on Saturday, July 10th at the Loyal Order of Moose, 3535 N Richmond Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051

  • Registration for the Ride from 9-10:30 AM, Kick Stands Up at 11:00AM

  • Fee for the Ride is: $15/$25 for 2UP *Includes Picnic

Picnic will commence at 3:00 PM with an option to bring your own food or purchase food at $5 for kids and $10 for Adults. Food includes ALL YOU CAN EAT hamburgers & hotdogs. Water and kid juices will be provided.

We will have plenty of activities, games, music and raffles.

We look forward to seeing you there!

****** RAIN DATE IS SATURDAY, JULY 17TH

To Register for the PICNIC register on Eventbrite HERE

#heroesunite

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the autism hero project (AHP) & The Elgin Police Department
have partnered to celebrate autism acceptance
 
Join us Saturday, April 17th from 1-4 PM
at The Elgin Police Department
151 douglas avenue, elgin
Order your exclusive AHP & EPD #HeroesUnite Apparel at
https://stores.inksoft.com/epdautism/shop/home
Register for your assimilated traffic stop HERE
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Cards for a Cause
Cards for a Cause
Time is TBD
https://www.facebook.com/events/73133681752
AHP PRESENTS CARDS FOR CHARITY! Choose from our various selections by clicking directly on this link and place your order: https://forms.gle/zBtyMbnLucdNpES87
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During the entire month of March with the EXCLUSIONS of Saturdays,

Brazil Express Grill is partnering with The Autism Hero Project (AHP) to support our mission and to raise awareness for Autism. Dine-in or Take-out you choose... Just use the promo code HERO and Brazil Express Grill will donate 20% to AHP!

But that's NOT ALL! We are EXCITED to share that we've partnered with Brazil Express Grill to make it the FIRST AHP Autism/Sensory Approved Restaurant.  We have worked hard to make dining a pleasant experience for individuals with Autism; Social stories, sensory bins, dim lights, low music, enhanced menu, special training, special room, window seating and more!

This is more than just a fundraiser...This is INCLUSION!  Check out their website to learn more.  https://www.brazilexpressgrill.com/autism-kids-friendly-restaurant

Stay tuned for more exciting news! We will be posting lots of content with important information, interviews, videos, and much more on our social media.

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AHP PRESENTS CARDS FOR CHARITY!

 

HANDCRAFTED GREETING CARDS WITH COORDINATING ENVELOPES IN A BEAUTIFUL KEEPSAKE BOX. SAVE MONEY NOW AND TIME LATER BY HAVING CARDS ON HAND FOR EVERY OCCASION! AFTER ALL, HEROES ARE NEVER CAUGHT OFF GUARD AND KNOW THAT SOMETIMES A SPECIAL CARD CAN GO ALONG WAY!

WE HAVE IN STOCK READY FOR PURCHASE AT THE VERY LOW PRICE OF $32 YOU CAN HAVE A SET OF 30 CARDS OR IF YOU CHOOSE THE HOLIDAY CARDS YOUR BOX SET WILL INCLUDE 50 CARDS! THAT'S LESS THAT A $1 A CARD! #HeroesSaveBigAndDoGood #CardsForACause

Choose from our various selections by clicking directly on this link and place your order: https://forms.gle/zBtyMbnLucdNpES87

Cards can be picked up in the following cities or arrangements can be made in: Algonquin, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles and Tinley Park. We will call or email you to make delivery/pick up arrangements once you have placed your order.

All other cities, please call 224-269-1074 or email autismheroproject@gmail.com to make arrangements prior to placing your order. Card Sets can be shipped for an additional fee of $10 per box.

Virtual Workshop Tuesday, March 16 7pm (
Register here for this one of a kind virtual workshop

AHP proudly presents The Center for Siblings of People with Disabilities . The Founder/Executive Director, Jessica Leving Siegel, will lead the discussion.

During this virtual workshop you will learn about parenting skills to help your child cope with a sibling that has a disability, upcoming siblings book club and there will be time for Q & A.

Register Here for Zoom Link 

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eat Pizza for autism
Monday, February 15th
from 4:00 - 7:00pm

We have another fantastic opportunity to EAT & DO GOOD!

 

By being intentional where you eat you can help us serve our vision of "Preparing kids with autism for the world and preparing the world for them."

20% of your total pretax order comes back to AHP to help children on the autism spectrum gain access to medical insurance.

Failure to show or mention fundraiser at time of order may result in lost credit towards our fundraiser so please be sure to check your receipt to verify it says fundraiser on it. Carry Out & Deliveries available.

For online orders you must input the code: FUNDAUH21

This promotion is ONLY available at the following locations:

Lou Malnati's - Elgin
903 S. Randall Rd.
4-10 pm

Lou Malnati's - Carpentersville
2279 Randall Rd
4-10 pm

Lou Malnati's - Geneva
1048 Commons Drive
4-10pm

We Excited About Eating The BEST Pizza Around! We hope you can join us. 

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FOOTBALL FANS & SUPERBOWL LOVERS

As the Super Bowl quickly approaches The Autism Hero Project is hosting a Super Bowl Squares Fundraiser. For a $20 donation, you could be in the running to WIN BIG and help some amazing kids have access to therapy!

For every $20 donation you have access to select ONE square. If you donate more than $20 to increase your chances to WIN BIG, we will keep track in increments of $20. So if you donate $60, then you can claim 3 squares etc.

To play, visit www.autismheroproject.org/donate-1 Use code SQUARE in the donation comments.

We will THEN send you a password and instructions on how to claim your squares.

 

PRIZES:

This is like a 50/50 raffle for charity. 50% of the proceeds benefit The Autism Hero Project. The other 50% will be awarded to the winners as follows:

 

First Quarter: $150

Halftime: $250

Third Quarter: $150

Final Score: $450

 

Winners will be notified and a check will be mailed out after the Super Bowl.

https://superbowlpoolsite.com/contest/37827

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aUTISM TOWN HALL

We are excited to kick off our

FIRST VITUAL EVENT of 2021

 with

State Representative Barbara Hernandez 

 

Tuesday, January 19th 

7pm CST.

 

This is the opportunity to have a candid conversation about the needs of our autism community and the public policy we long to see!

 

We invite you to express your concerns, raise awareness and ask questions that help us to create the public policies we hope to see in ILLINOIS for our community.

Complete form linked here:  https://forms.gle/kX2iURR43ALTJqDM8

Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/38temUe

#AutismHeroProject #Autism #ChangeLivesChangeTheWorld #TownHall #AutismTownHall

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ChariTea Event with McAlister's Deli

If there is ever a time to Be Intentional 2021 is it! Just by being intentional where you eat can have positive lasting affects. So we ask that you consider dining at McAlister's Deli of Elgin for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

 

It can be in-Person, a call ahead or through the drive-thru. JUST MAKE SURE YOU ASK THEM TO PLACE YOUR RECEIPT IN THE FUNDRAISER BIN SO THAT 20% OF YOUR ORDER COMES BACK TO AHP!

And you know where that money is going...Straight to fund a child on the autism spectrum gain access to medical insurance and much needed therapy!

This INTENTIONAL Act of Kindness doesn't only make you a HERO but it also is helping to Change Lives and ultimately Change the World!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1355150551498484

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DONUT LOVERS ARE IN FOR A TREAT! 

Especially when they know that 15% of their purchase will help The Autism Hero Project (AHP) serve it's mission of buying medical insurance for children on the spectrum who are uninsured or underinsured. We believe that every child should have access to the therapies they need to thrive, strive and reach their full potential.

 

But AHP also understands the need to raise awareness for important missions so upon finding out that Stan’s teamed up with Cal’s Angels — a non-profit organization working to grant wishes, raise awareness, and fund research to help kids fighting cancer — to create the Pecan Heart Donut, which launched in Stan stores this month, AHP immediately wanted to help raise awareness for pediatric cancer and personally requested the Pecan Heart Donut to be a part of their fundraiser. 

 

For every donut ordered on November 15th, proceeds from Stan’s Van will give back with 15% of your total order benefiting The Autism Hero Project. Additionally, for those who order a half-dozen of the Pecan Heart Donuts, an additional 10% of your order will go to Cal’s Angels. Guests will also have the option to purchase a half-dozen donuts that will be donated to a family impacted by Autism or a Cal’s Angels family. 

 

The Stan Van sells out quickly so although you can order donuts on the spot DONUT LOVERS are encouraged to pre-order their donuts by November 12th The pre-order guarantees your donuts will be there!

 

Click here to pre-order now:   https://forms.gle/1tQh7cLsGaAwKXnUA

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do good with burritos

HEROES please join us on Saturday, October 17th, 2020 from 4 - 8 p.m. at Chipotle Mexican Grill, 348 Randall Rd., South Elgin and 33% of your purchase will help The Autism Hero Project purchase medical insurance for children on the spectrum to gain access to much needed therapies.

Show this flyer or enter the promo code "N82JX8H"  for ONLINE Orders and make a difference in the life of a child today.

Eat well and do good

HEROES need to eat out sometimes and while you do you can join us on Thursday, August 6th, 2020 from 4 - 8 p.m. at Noodles and Company in Elgin.  

Use promo code "GIVING25" and make a difference in the life of a child today.

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Community Garage sale to benefit ahp

 

VIP Heroes Exclusive Shopping Hours:
 Thursday, July 9th from 5-7 p.m.
 
All Heroes can shop:
Friday, July 10th 9-4 p.m.
Saturday, July 11th 9-4 p.m.
Address: 619 Lillie Street, Elgin, IL 60120
#Givingtuesdaynow
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  • Cards for a Cause
    Cards for a Cause
    Time is TBD
    https://www.facebook.com/events/73133681752
    Time is TBD
    https://www.facebook.com/events/73133681752
    AHP PRESENTS CARDS FOR CHARITY! Choose from our various selections by clicking directly on this link and place your order: https://forms.gle/zBtyMbnLucdNpES87
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