Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Raises over $140,000
On Saturday, March 28, 2,800 walkers gathered at MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry) in Tampa, Fla. for the 3rd annual Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism, raising over $140,000. At the Walk, Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio presented a proclamation declaring the date as Autism Awareness Day in Tampa. Many thanks go to Walk Chair Rob Rose and emcee David Glickman for making the event such a success. Read more and view additional photos
here.
Jake Fine cuts the ribbon as Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio observes.
All reported fundraising totals are "to-date" - teams are still raising money and the sites are still accepting donations. The next Walk Now for Autism event will be held in
Abilene, Texas
on Saturday, April 4, 2009. Kick-off events for future Walks are taking place across the country;
click here
to find an event near you.