Spotted & Snapped: Casino Night for Autism

High Rollers for Autism tried their luck at the tables during the annual CSAAC Honors Gala Monte Carlo Night. Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children is the oldest and largest provider in the U.S. for those with autism. 

Miss District of Columbia, Stephanie Williams, and Chris Dekom.

CSAAC’s Ian Paregol with the evening’s Master of Ceremonies, Kirk McEwen, from Classic Rock 105.9. Krik was hovering around the silent auction’s Eric Clapton autographed guitar all night!

Lady lucks Andrea Col and Denise Cohn placed their bets at the Black Jack table.

Senator-elect from Maryland’s Montgomery County, Delegate Karen Montgomery, with Well Fargo’s Rokas Beresniovas

Jennifer Loys and Rocky Banks roll the dice at the roulette table.

CSAAC’s Director of Community Development, Ayda Sanver, with her brother, who takes advantage of the Foundation’s community-based programs for autistic adults.

Gary Knapp and his wife, Janet, who serves as CSAAC’s Nutritionist. CSAAC’s model includes employment, recreation, and other “new normal” activities that help autistic individuals live fuller lives.

Jessica Golden and Nelson Lewis, two special guests, have helped organize past CSAAC fundraisers.

Table games, a silent and live auction, music and dancing completed the 5th annual Gala.

Kate Stookey, John Boit and Theresa Testoni were among those whose support of CSAAC gives autistic individuals a new lease on life.



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