2024 Autism Acceptance Month Events in Las Vegas
Welcome to our guide to Autism Acceptance Month events happening throughout the Las Vegas Valley!
As April approaches, communities worldwide come together to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month. It's a time to foster understanding, embrace diversity, and advocate for inclusion and acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum.
Autism Acceptance Month goes beyond mere awareness; it's about recognizing the strengths, talents, and unique perspectives of individuals with autism. Rather than focusing solely on challenges, the emphasis is on celebrating neurodiversity and creating environments where everyone feels valued and respected.
In the Las Vegas Valley, a range of events are planned to honor Autism Acceptance Month. From family-friendly activities to fundraisers and educational workshops, there's something for everyone to participate in and support.
What you can expect: family events aimed at fostering connections and fun experiences, fundraisers supporting Grant a Gift Autism Foundation, and educational workshops and family support sessions to provide valuable resources and guidance.
Race for Hope 2024
April 13th at Town Square Las Vegas
Walk, run, or stroll in the 15th annual Race for Hope 5K! All funds raised will go towards the care, support, therapy, and social programming at the Ackerman Center.
Register at: tinyurl.com/raceforhope2024
Happening all month long
Mothership Coffee Roasters: Purchase the specialty drink for the month, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Grant a Gift! mothershipcoffee.com
Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ: Don’t skip dessert! At all Nevada locations, for every Strawberry Banana Pudding sold, Lucille’s will donate $1.00 to Grant a Gift! lucillesbbq.com
Findlay Toyota Service Center: We are partnering again this year with the Findlay Toyota Service Center! All customers can purchase a point of sale puzzle piece to donate to Grant a Gift! findlaytoyota.com
April 3rd
Partner Up: Developing an IEP Support System
Grant a Gift | English 11AM – 12PM (and Spanish 1PM – 2PM)
F.E.A.T.: Adult Autism Support Meeting (Virtual)
Zoom Meeting | 6PM
April 5th
UNLV Mental Health Initiatives: Unifying Through Innovation & Collaboration
UNLV Campus - Greenspun Hall | 8AM - 11:30AM
April 6th
Touch a Truck
Downtown Summerlin | 9AM – 2PM (9 – 10AM horn free)
CCSD Students in Transition Accessing Resources (STAR) Fair
Valley High School Cafeteria (Eastern Ave. entrance) | 9AM - 2PM
tssd.ccsd.net/transition-services/
F.E.A.T. - A Games Event Day
FEAT / Sport Social | 9AM - 3PM
April 20th
Kendra Scott Fundraiser
Downtown Summerlin In-Store | 4PM - 6PM
www.kendrascott.com Online use code: GIVEBACK-GGHRE (All day 4/20 - 4/21)
20% of all sales will go to Grant a Gift!
Spring to Hope Arts and Wellness Fair
Collaboration Center Campus | 8:30AM - 11:00AM
Keeping Children Safe and Families Together Event w/ Children's Cabinet
East Las Vegas Library | 10AM - 2PM
April 25th
Henderson Police Department Autism Acceptance Month
Water Street Plaza | 6PM - 8PM
April 27th
Mental Health is a Family Matter Health Fair
Pearson Community Center | 10AM - 2PM
akatto.com/mental-health-fair/
Bahaha Beats Benefit Showcase
The Sand Dollar Lounge