The Eagles Autism Foundation has announced that $6.2 million in funding will go toward 34 projects specializing in cutting-edge autism research and care, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia.
All the proceeds come from last year’s Eagles Autism Challenge, as well as other foundation-related fundraising initiatives.
“The purpose of going through this rigorous process each year is to fund the most progressive forms of autism research and care,” Chairman and CEO of the Philadelphia Eagles Jeffrey Lurie said in a news release.
Among the local programs that will receive funding for the research include Drexel University and Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania,
In addition, other organizations that are actively enhancing the lives of those affected by autism will get funding.
This includes A Step Up Academy, Center for Autism, Ken’s Krew, and Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support.
“We congratulate the institutions and community-based organizations that were selected this year and hope their innovation inspires others to continue supporting the autism community in transformational ways,” added Lurie.
The 7th annual Eagles Autism Challenge will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
Read more about the Eagles Autism Foundation’s efforts to help those affected by autism in NBC 10 Philadelphia.
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