There is no known cause or cure for autism.  It is the fastest-growing developmental disorder, and according to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 68 children in the United States have autism.  Autism usually appears in early childhood, before the age of 3.  Though symptoms and severity vary, autism affects a child's ability to communicate and interact with others. Intensive, early treatment can make a big difference in the lives of many children with autism and enable them to achieve independence later in life.  Currently, 83% of adults with autism are unemployed which is a startling statistic! That is why I am asking for your support.  Monies raised will provide much-needed resources to our community-based programs, services, and schools.