Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Raises More Than $500,000 Through Community Fundraisers

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:24:10 GMT

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Raises More Than $500,000 Through Community Fundraisers

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NAPERVILLE, Ill. — A strong showing of community support recently helped Turning Pointe Autism Foundation raise more than $500,000 through its annual Golf Outing and Ladies’ Brunch & Browse fundraiser.

More than 325 golfers, guests, and volunteers came together for the events, which support Turning Pointe’s educational, therapeutic, and social engagement programs for children, teens, and adults with autism and their families throughout the Chicagoland area.

The fundraisers offered more than an opportunity to give back. They brought community members together around a shared goal of creating greater opportunities, independence, and inclusion for individuals with autism.

A Day of Giving Back in Naperville and Oak Brook

Golfers spent the day on the greens at Butterfield Country Club, while guests attending the Ladies’ Brunch & Browse had the opportunity to shop for unique products created by Turning Pointe students and adult participants.

The event highlighted one of the foundation’s core goals: providing individuals with autism opportunities to build skills, discover their strengths, develop relationships, and become more engaged members of their communities.

For a local nonprofit, fundraising events like these play an important role in making those opportunities possible.

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ABC 7 - Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Helping Families Connect

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:11:09 GMT

ABC 7 - Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Helping Families Connect

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For families navigating autism, the right support can become a turning point.

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation's Mary Butler joins us live with resources and ways to get involved.

Local Women’s Ice Hockey Stars, Abbey Murphy & Nicole LaMantia

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:42:34 GMT

Local Women’s Ice Hockey Stars, Abbey Murphy & Nicole LaMantia

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Abbey Murphy is a two-time U.S. Olympian and reigning Olympic Gold Medalist in Women’s Hockey. Nicole LaMantia is a Women’s World Championship Gold Medalist and decorated hockey competitor. Nicole and Abbey played alongside one another in the 2023 Women’s IIHF World Championship. Both athletes are active in the Chicago community, including a special event today for Turning Pointe Autism Foundation.

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation
Ladies’ Brunch & Browse, Today at 11am
Butterfield Country Club, Oak Brook
turningpointautismfoundation.org
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Naperville swim school offers adaptive lessons for kids with autism

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:10:20 GMT

Big Blue Swim School in Naperville is making a splash this April, spreading awareness about Autism Acceptance Month.

Its adaptive swim lessons help families with kids on the spectrum navigate water safety.

Kids with autism have higher drowning risk

Children on the spectrum have a higher risk of water-related accidents. The National Autism Association reports that children with autism have a drowning risk up to 160 times greater than other kids.

Big Blue Regional Manager Tony Biars has a son with autism, who is drawn to the water. That motivated Biars to put him in swim lessons.

“One thing we noticed, when we are around water, or any body of water, is that the first thing he wants to do is, like, jump into the pool, regardless of how deep it is. So being a parent, making sure he can swim, that’s something I’ve been passionate about, that I brought to Big Blue, and that’s one of our goals, is to make sure not just every kid can swim, but any kid can swim,” Biars said.

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Chicago Auto Show First Look for Charity gala raises over $2 million

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:54:00 GMT

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Inclusion is at the core of Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:19:00 GMT

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Barbie introduces first autistic doll to promote inclusion and acceptance

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:28:00 GMT

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Turning Pointe Autism Foundation’s Executive Director, Carrie Provenzale interviewed by Shalom Klein on the Get Down to Business podcast!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:26:00 GMT

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation’s Executive Director, Carrie Provenzale, was recently interviewed by Shalom Klein on the Get Down to Business podcast! The post Turning Pointe Autism Foundation’s Executive Director, Carrie Provenzale interviewed by Shalom Klein on the Get Down to Business podcast! appeared first on Turning Pointe Autism Foundation.

Naperville Pumpkin Race 2025 – News Coverage

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:35:00 GMT

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Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Naperville Pumpkin Race

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:19:00 GMT

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Nicor Gas awards 21 nonprofits family and social services grants

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:48:00 GMT

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Turning Pointe’s pumpkin race set for Oct. 25

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:48:00 GMT

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Naperville PD rolls out ‘Blue Envelope’ program for residents on the autism spectrum

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 21:30:00 GMT

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Grief

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:55:00 GMT

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Halloween Events and Activities in Naperville – October 2025

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:16:00 GMT

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Turning Pointe Autism Foundation: Lessons Worth Relearning

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:16:00 GMT

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Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Raises More Than $500,000 Through Community Fundraisers