June 13, 2024 On Thursday, June 6, 2024, Anderson Center for Autism hosted its annual Anderson Golf Classic at The Links at Union Vale and Harp & Eagle Pub in Lagrangeville. The event attracted approximately 140 participants from all over the country – from California to New England and the Mid-Atlantic to the Hudson Valley – for breakfast, raffles, 18 holes of golf (scramble format), and a late afternoon program which highlighted the work of Anderson Center for Autism.
The winners of the 2024 Anderson Golf Classic were as follows:
1st place: Rick Krouner, Bryan Marks, John LaCava, Bryant Michaels
2nd place: Rick Paladino, Tyler Paladino, Michael Kramer, Colin Sullivan
Closest to the pin (women): Heather Figueroa
Closest to the pin (men): Jim Devitt
Longest drive (women): Necia O’Neil
Longest drive (men): Mike Spencer
The Anderson Golf Classic is among several events hosted by the nonprofit organization each year that are designed to raise funds and awareness. Proceeds support the educational, vocational, and residential services for students and residents with autism that are provided by Anderson at its various locations.
Said Patrick Paul, CEO/Executive Director of Anderson Center for Autism: “2024 marks our Centennial year at Anderson Center for Autism, and we’ve been hosting events in honor of our 100th anniversary since January. On each occasion, we’ve noticed just how far people are willing to travel to join us for our fundraisers – the golf classic is a perfect example. I am reminded that our organizational longevity is due in large part to the expansive circle of support we have at Anderson; we are extremely grateful to everyone who makes our events, and all of our work, a success.”
Eliza Bozenski, Chief Development Officer, Anderson Foundation for Autism, added: “Without question, the funds we raised at the golf classic showcase the collective commitment of families, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and trustees. We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of generosity, which indeed feels extra-meaningful in this our Centennial year.”
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 36 are now diagnosed with autism, a neurological disorder that presents with communication, sensory processing, and socialization challenges. Anderson’s programs draw students and residents from all over the United States; in addition, scholars come from all corners of the globe to receive training from Anderson so that they can establish programs for people with autism upon returning to their home countries.
Sponsors of the event included Oldies 98.9, The Kollar Family, Guth DeConzo, Solutions ATI, Day Seckler, Hudson Valley Magazine, McCarthy’s Pharmacy, NFP, and MiniCo Insurance. Event proceeds topped $110,000, which exceeded the total amount raised in any of the previous outings.
For more information, call 845.889.9208 or visit www.AndersonCenterForAutism.org/AndersonClassic.
About Anderson Center for Autism
Our mission at Anderson Center for Autism is to optimize the quality of life for individuals with autism.
About Anderson Foundation for Autism
Through grantmaking, fundraising, and marketing initiatives, Anderson Foundation for Autism helps support, sustain, and expand upon Anderson Center for Autism’s efforts to optimize the quality of life for individuals with autism.
