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| HEAL! Foundation Newsletter | May 8, 2009 |
| HEAL Zoo Walk for Autism -A Great Success!
On Sunday April 26, over 1,000 participants converged at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to walk for Autism education. More than 100 teams were formed and they successfully raised $70,000. Several NFL Jacksonville Jaguars and the Roar Cheerleaders led the way through the Zoo. Radio Disney was at the finish line with games and music to welcome the crowd!
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A big thanks to everyone who participated, volunteered and donated to the HEAL Zoo Walk. Proceeds from the Zoo Walk will directly benefit Autism programs, therapists, teachers and classrooms in public and private schools in the Greater Jacksonville Area. Schools and teachers have suffered budget cuts and HEAL is being proactive in raising funds which will help supplement the loss to greatly needed Autism programs. Go to www.firstgiving.org/HEAL to view the final outcome of the Zoo Walk. Donations towards teams are still being accepted through July. We are already starting to plan the 2010 HEAL Zoo Walk! | Whole Foods Market Donates 5% net profits to HEAL
Thanks to Whole Foods Market for generously hosting a Charity Day for the HEAL Foundation - 5% of the daily net sales were donated to HEAL. The day kicked off with the first 100 customers receiving free reusable “green bags”. At noon Jacksonville Jaguar and HEAL board member Tony Pashos showed up with fellow team members and signed team pictures for kids. A Gluten free cooking demonstration was given by Chef Andrew and “Cookie Momsters” were on hand to give out GFCF cookie samples. The HEAL ambassadors greeted customers and handed out information about Autism. Whole Foods Market is dedicated to helping non-profit organizations (501c3) in local communities that have grand intentions along with small budgets. The Whole Foods Market giving program supports volunteer-staffed organizations that address community issues such as hunger, poverty, organic & sustainable agriculture, animal welfare issues, environmental concerns and health & human services, among others.
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| HEAL Documentary -World Premiere in Jacksonville Film Festival
The documentary created from the 2008 HEAL film camp, and directed by Joey Travolta -“Free to Be Me” will debut at the 2009 Jacksonville Film Festival. The movie, which was filmed, directed, edited, written and acted by HEAL campers will premiere on Sunday, May 17th at 4p.m. at the 5 Points Theatre in Riverside, located at 1028 Park Street, Jacksonville FL 32204. This event is open to the public, and tickets are $8 per person.
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| HEAL “Valley of Dreams” Gala and Charity Golf Classic -June 25th and 26th
HEAL is busy preparing for the 2009 “Valley of Dreams” Gala and Bobby Weed/Pete Dye Charity Golf Classic. The event promises to be as special as last year's SOLD OUT event. Mark your calendars and save the date for the Gala on Thursday June 25th and Friday 26 for the Charity Golf Classic. Tickets for this event will go on sale in June. More details of this HEAL two day charity event soon to follow. |
Summer Camp Update Still looking for summer camp options?
Smile Camp Girl Scouts, Green Cove Springs, FL Smile Camp offers outdoor adventures, new friends and a sense of belonging for children with physical, mental and learning disabilities. The camp is distinct in its impact on campers, counselors and parents. The counseling staff is made up of 60 Girl Scouts, eight Girl Scout Directors and a team of Girl Scout adults. Not only does the camp offer an exciting week for the campers, but it also provides leadership skills for young women. Visit www.girlscouts-gateway.org for more Smile Camp information. Great Strides Rehabilitation Summer Camp Children with autism participate in any of eight themed weeks of fun and excitement while enhancing their life skills. The themes include outdoor/playground games, basic basketball skills, kid-friendly cooking, video gaming, basic soccer skills, arts and crafts, musical exploration and teamwork. Great Strides Rehabilitation provides structured activities for autistic campers ages 5-13 and runs from 9a.m. to 12p.m. Monday through Friday. The cost is $250.00 per week, with a limit of about 15 children in order to maintain 2:1 student teacher ratio. Please visit www.GreatStridesRehab.com for more information. Special Day at the Beach June 22-23 and June 25-26, HEAL is again partnering with Sunrise Surf Shop and the City of Jacksonville Beach to present “Special Day at the Beach”. Registration is now open. |
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Again, we would like to thank you for your continued interest and support. Please write to us at HEAL Foundation, 226-5 Solano Road, #211, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, 32082 or at www.healautismnow.org. Sincerely,
Leslie Weed and Julie Buckley MD HEAL! Foundation CoFounders
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