Volume 1 | Issue 12 | August 14, 2019
Kindness Ruled in April
Nearly 1,000 registered ambassadors and hundreds of school districts across the state encouraged people throughout New Jersey to Choose Kindness in April, National Autism Month. In previous years, we have been extremely impressed by the dedication and energy of our ambassadors, and 2019 was no exception.

With the support of our ambassador fundraisers, combined with our generous sponsors, the 2019 Ambassador Program raised nearly $150,000!
Explore the 2019 Ambassador Activities

Thanks to the countless activities that took place in communities in all 21 counties, there is now a stronger understanding and greater acceptance of autism around the state.

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Fundraisers
Rockin' for Autism
Rockin’ for Autism was created by Mallory Banks in 2011 as a simple bake sale to honor her older brother, Ethan. This year's event raised more than $17,000.
Swim & Play Event
Participants stroked, kicked, and splashed their way toward raising more than $11,000 at the Swim & Play, held May 4 at the ESCNJ Aquatics & Fitness Center in Parlin, NJ.
Broadwa y Stars for ANJ
Nearly 300 people attended the 7th annual Broadway Stars fundraising event hosted by Montclair University’s PRSSA. The event raised $7,000.
Fundraising Incentives
Thank you to all of our Ambassadors who raised money to help support Autism New Jersey. Exclusive 2019 Ambassador incentives will be mailed this month! 
2019 Ambassador of the Week Profiles
Week 1:
Viktoria Wargo
Viktoria, Somerset County 2018-19 Teacher of the Year from Hillsborough, is raising awareness!
Week 2:
Tim Rohrer
Tim published "How to be a Good Influence to People with Disabilities."
Week 3:
Valerie Cullari
Valerie, Mrs. Morris County, specializes in throwing parties for children with autism. Read more>>
Week 4:
Rylee Howerton
Rylee uses different platforms to promote her “Choose Wise Words” initiative.
Bookmark Contest Winner
Congratulations to Sanjana A. from Monroe Township (Middlesex County), NJ, winner of this year’s Bookmark Contest! Sanjana’s bookmark portrays a group of children on a playground encouraging their peers to join. Her artwork was chosen from more than 1,000 creative submissions from schools across the state. Read more>>
Upcoming Events
September 28
Monroe, NJ
October 17 & 18
Atlantic City, NJ
September 28
Robbinsville, NJ
September 30
Colonia, NJ
Thank you for making a commitment to CHOOSE KINDNESS! We hope to connect with you as a 2020 Ambassador as we START WITH RESPECT!

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THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT
Autism New Jersey is the state’s leading autism advocacy organization supporting families and professionals through our four core service pillars:
  • Information Services
  • Education and Training
  • Public Policy
  • Awareness
Autism New Jersey Ambassador Program | Established 1998