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Golf Classic

Tee off for a good cause! Anderson Foundation for Autism will be hosting our annual Anderson Golf Classic on Thursday, June 6th at The Links at Union Vale located in Lagrangeville, NY.
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Annual Gala

Save the Date! Saturday, September 28th! We will be honoring our founder's grandon, Vance A. Gage with the 2024 V.V. Anderson Community Service Award. Stay tuned for more details including this year's Above & Beyond Award Winner, and more!
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Your business can have a positive impact in our community and for Anderson’s individuals. We offer many mutually beneficial opportunities for you to consider.
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Anderson is offering naming opportunities to honor family members or other loved ones. This is a meaningful way to support Anderson while also recognizing someone in perpetuity.
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Your planned gift can help secure Anderson's future beyond your lifetime.
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Anderson Foundation Grants

Are you fulfilling meaningful and inspiring work in the autism field? Does your work have a real impact for individuals with autism? Apply today!
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