Let's make the world a better place for people with Autism

Hi friends,

I'm participating in the 2019 Texas Autism Bike Ride and Fun Run challenge to support The Autism Society of Texas, and I'm asking you to support this great organization by making a donation or joining me on April 7, 2019 in Georgetown.

Did you know?

• About 1 percent of the world population has autism spectrum disorder. 
  
• Prevalence in the United States is estimated at 1 in 68 births.
  
• More than 3.5 million Americans live with an autism spectrum disorder.
• Prevalence of autism in U.S. children increased by 119.4 percent from 2000 (1 in 150) to 2010 (1 in 68).
  
• Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability. 
  
• Prevalence has increased by 6-15 percent each year from 2002 to 2010. 
  
• Autism services cost U.S. citizens $236-262 billion annually.
• A majority of costs in the U.S. are in adult services – $175-196 billion, compared to $61-66 billion for children. 
  

This means that like me, you almost certainly know someone who is affected by Autism.  With your help, the Autism Society of Texas can continue to provide services to families and individuals in our area.

Please make your donation today.