Volunteering for Autism,
is great for my soul.
I was blessed with the opportunity to volunteer for
an Autism Foundation
that is near and dear to my family’s heart………
ACT Today! and the Eddie Guardardo Foundation.
The Star’s and Strike’s Event
It brought together,
families affected by Autism as well as numerous
celebrities, sponsors, and volunteers
{I had the pleasure of meeting some amazing parents and therapists}.
The event’s purpose was to raise money for
children living with Autism whom are
in need of care and treatment.
The Star’s and Strike’s event was attended by over
four hundred guests…
a fantastic and positive turn out.
Eddie Guardardo’s youngest daughter was
diagnosed with Autism at a young age.
His family created the idea of bringing together his
friends and baseball connections to help raise
the awareness of Autism.
Athletes from Jered Weaver (Angel’s player) to
Ryan Getzlaf (Anaheim Duck’s) graciously donated
towards the silent auction items, as well as,
signed bowling jersey’s that they wore at the event.
It was humbling to be a witness to this generous atmosphere.
The items auctioned ranged from Baseball tickets to
the purchasing of IPad’s for children whom
are speech delayed due to Autism.
All proceeds benefiting ACT Today!.
I was blessed to take part in the silent auction.
I helped in assisting the winning bidders.
The first and only bidder I helped,
showed the true spirit of philanthropy.
George Moisbarger (Chief Squib)
from the Charitable Foundation:
said he had heard of the event last year
and had the high-mindedness to contribute
anyway he could towards helping
children with Autism.
George felt that if one is able to donate
the time or the money to a charity
they find endearing…. then that
is truly living a life fulfilled.
I don’t know if it was the fact that we
have experienced our ups and downs with
Autism Spectrum Disorder or
George’s kind words, but
I felt leveled by the moment.
I wish that there were more people
on earth like this man.
George and his Squid and Squash Foundation
helped to make it possible for those in need this
past Sunday Night.
All for the hope to cure and help
those with Autism.
I know I have my hopeful reminder…..
