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SUMMARY:Kareem’s Mission Annual Autism Awareness Luncheon & Changemaker Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:This gathering is about recognizing leaders whose service has created real\, measurable change\, particularly for autistic and neurodivergent children\, teens\, adults\, and the families who walk beside them every day. It is also an opportunity to come together around Kareem's Mission\, to learn\, to celebrate\, and to help us continue building safe\, inclusive\, and responsive support systems for our community.The afternoon will include a children's art exhibit featuring the work of individuals on the autism spectrum from across the state.We are honored that elected officials and community leaders will be in attendance\, reinforcing the importance of collaboration\, inclusive services\, and community‑based solutions. \nHonoring Our 2026 Award RecipientsAfter an open nomination and community voting process that received over 70 votes\, the following individuals and leaders will be honored for their impact and service:The S.K.I. Award\nService   Kindness   Inclusion   leadership defined by lasting impact\nPresented to Dr. John J. "Ski" Sygielski\nPresented by Senator Patty KimThe S.K.I. Award\nPresented to Joyce M. Davis & Rev. Russell W. Goodman\nPresented by Representative Dave MadsenThe A.B.L.E. Award\nAdvocacy   Bravery   Leadership   Empowerment   championing abilities\, not limitations\nPresented to Romeo Azondekon\nPresented by Representative Nate DavidsonThe L.I.G.H.T. Award\nLeadership   Impact   Growth   Hope   Transformation\nPresented to Una Martone\nPresented by Commissioner Justin DouglasThe U.N.I.T.Y. Award\nUnderstanding   Nurturing   Inclusion   Togetherness   Youth   because we are better together\nPresented to Paul & Maria Thompson\nPresented by Commissioner Fred FaylonaThe H.O.P.E. Award\nHold On   Pain Ends   in memory of Justin\, a reminder to hold on\, because pain ends\nPresented to Laurie & Robert Combs\nPresented by Senator Greg RothmanSpecial Certificates & Distinguished HonorsIn addition to the above awards\, Kareem's Mission's Board of Trustees and Leadership Team will present several Certificates of Recognition to leaders\, volunteers\, and a parent whose dedication helped drive the impact of our programs and services for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.Highest Honor\nLegacy of Giving Award Certificate\nPresented to Ellen C. Brown\, along with the establishment of the Ellen Brown Legacy Fund for Open Access\, presented by Commissioner George HartwickSecond-Highest HonorThe BridgeBuilder in Education Honor (Non‑Annual)\nPresented to Dr. Linda Fedrizzi‑Williams\, recognizing leadership that fundamentally bridges education\, equity\, and community.Presented by Commissioner Jean Foschi\nAdditional Certificate Honorees:Tracy M. Verano‑Garrison   Generosity in Action Presented byKevin Springman   Harmony and Healing\, presented by Councilman Ralph RodriguezFloyd Stokes   Literacy and Learning Champion Deanna Heath   Creative Hearts & Family SupportLogan Kilbert   Heart of the Mission Joseph Robinson\, Jr. Kyle Brent   Rising Leader and Service Excellence Presented by Merrick GreenKareem's Mission is proud to announce that Representative Sheryl M. Delozier will be honored during our Annual Autism Awareness Luncheon and Awards Ceremony on April 11\, 2026\, where we will recognize her advocacy\, service\, and support for individuals with autism\, people with different abilities\, and survivors of domestic violence.We would be honored to have you join us for this meaningful afternoon of connection\, recognition\, and community‑building. Your presence helps affirm that families impacted by autism are seen\, supported\, and valued
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<!DOCTYPE html><html><head><title></title></head><body aria-disabled="false"><p style="background:white\;">This gathering is about recognizing leaders whose service has created real\, measurable change\, particularly for autistic and neurodivergent children\, teens\, adults\, and the families who walk beside them every day. It is also an opportunity to come together around Kareem&rsquo\;s Mission\, to learn\, to celebrate\, and to help us continue building safe\, inclusive\, and responsive support systems for our community.</p><p style="background:white\;">The afternoon will include a children&rsquo\;s art exhibit featuring the work of individuals on the autism spectrum from across the state.</p><p style="background: white\;">We are honored that elected officials and community leaders will be in attendance\, reinforcing the importance of collaboration\, inclusive services\, and community‑based solutions.</p><p style="background: white\;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">&nbsp\;<br></strong><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Honoring Our 2026 Award Recipients</strong></p><p style="background: white\;">After an open nomination and community voting process that received over 70 votes\, the following individuals and leaders will be honored for their impact and service:</p><p style="background:white\;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">The S.K.I. Award</strong><br><em>Service &bull\; Kindness &bull\; Inclusion &mdash\; leadership defined by lasting impact</em><br>Presented to Dr. John J. &ldquo\;Ski&rdquo\; Sygielski<br>Presented by <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Senator Patty Kim</strong></p><p style="background:white\;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">The S.K.I. Award</strong><br>Presented to Joyce M. Davis &amp\; Rev. Russell W. Goodman<br>Presented by <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Representative</strong> <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Dave Madsen</strong></p><p style="background:white\;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">The A.B.L.E. Award</strong><br><em>Advocacy &bull\; Bravery &bull\; Leadership &bull\; Empowerment &mdash\; championing abilities\, not limitations</em><br>Presented to Romeo Azondekon<br>Presented by <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Representative</strong> <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Nate Davidson</strong></p><p style="background:white\;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">The L.I.G.H.T. Award</strong><br><em>Leadership &bull\; Impact &bull\; Growth &bull\; Hope &bull\; Transformation</em><br>Presented to Una Martone<br>Presented by <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Commissioner Justin Douglas</strong></p><p style="background:white\;">The U.N.I.T.Y. Award<br><em>Understanding &bull\; Nurturing &bull\; Inclusion &bull\; Togetherness &bull\; Youth &mdash\; because we are better together</em><br>Presented to Paul &amp\; Maria Thompson<br>Presented by <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Commissioner Fred Faylona</strong></p><p style="background:white\;">The H.O.P.E. Award<br><em>Hold On &bull\; Pain Ends &mdash\; in memory of Justin\, a reminder to hold on\, because pain ends</em><br>Presented to Laurie &amp\; Robert Combs<br>Presented by<strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">&nbsp\;Senator Greg Rothman</strong></p><p style="background:white\;">Special Certificates &amp\; Distinguished Honors</p><p style="background:white\;">In addition to the above awards\, Kareem&rsquo\;s Mission&rsquo\;s Board of Trustees and Leadership Team will present several Certificates of Recognition to leaders\, volunteers\, and a parent whose dedication helped drive the impact of our programs and services for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.</p><p style="background:white\;">Highest Honor<br>Legacy of Giving Award Certificate<br>Presented to Ellen C. Brown\, along with the establishment of the Ellen Brown Legacy Fund for Open Access\, presented by <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Commissioner George Hartwick</strong></p><p style="background:white\;">Second-Highest Honor</p><p style="background:white\;">The BridgeBuilder in Education Honor <em>(Non‑Annual)</em><br>Presented to Dr. Linda Fedrizzi‑Williams\, recognizing leadership that fundamentally bridges education\, equity\, and community.</p><p style="background:white\;">Presented by Commissioner Jean Foschi</p><p style="background:white\;"><br></p><p style="background:white\;">Additional Certificate Honorees:</p><p style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto\;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto\;  margin-left:47.25pt\;text-indent:-.25in\;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\;tab-stops:list .5in\;  background:white\;">Tracy M. Verano‑Garrison &mdash\; <em>Generosity in Action</em> Presented by</p><p style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto\;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto\;  margin-left:47.25pt\;text-indent:-.25in\;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\;tab-stops:list .5in\;  background:white\;">Kevin Springman &mdash\; <em>Harmony and Healing\, presented by&nbsp\;</em><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Councilman Ralph Rodriguez</strong></p><p style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto\;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto\;  margin-left:47.25pt\;text-indent:-.25in\;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\;tab-stops:list .5in\;  background:white\;">Floyd Stokes &mdash\; <em>Literacy and Learning Champion&nbsp\;</em></p><p style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto\;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto\;  margin-left:47.25pt\;text-indent:-.25in\;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\;tab-stops:list .5in\;  background:white\;">Deanna Heath &mdash\; <em>Creative Hearts &amp\; Family Support</em></p><p style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto\;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto\;  margin-left:47.25pt\;text-indent:0in\;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\;tab-stops:list .5in\;  background:white\;">Logan Kilbert &mdash\; <em>Heart of the Mission <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Joseph Robinson\, Jr.&nbsp\;</strong></em></p><p style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto\;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto\;  margin-left:47.25pt\;text-indent:-.25in\;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1\;tab-stops:list .5in\;  background:white\;">Kyle Brent &mdash\; <em>Rising Leader and Service Excellence Presented by&nbsp\;</em>Merrick Green</p><p><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700\;">Kareem&rsquo\;s Mission is proud to announce that Representative Sheryl M. Delozier will be honored during our Annual Autism Awareness Luncheon and Awards Ceremony on April 11\, 2026</strong>\, where we will recognize her advocacy\, service\, and support for individuals with autism\, people with different abilities\, and survivors of domestic violence.</p><p>We would be honored to have you join us for this meaningful afternoon of connection\, recognition\, and community‑building. Your presence helps affirm that families impacted by autism are seen\, supported\, and valued</p></body></html>
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