Record Setting Attendance and a Half-Million Dollars Raised to Benefit Children with Autism
Southborough, Mass. – Nov. 21, 2016 – The New England Center for Children® (NECC®), a global leader in education and research for children with autism, announced today that its annual Children of Promise Gala was its most successful to date. Held on Nov. 18 at Boston’s Seaport Hotel, the gala was an evening of music, awards, auction and stories of inspiration. More than 380 of Massachusetts’ most influential business and philanthropic leaders raised $528,000 for the NECC Annual Fund, which benefits children with autism.
“All of us at The New England Center for Children are humbled by the generosity of our families, friends and the Southborough community. We are delighted at the success of this year’s Children of Promise Gala,” said Vincent Strully, Jr., CEO and Founder of The New England Center for Children. “This annual fundraiser supports children with autism by providing resources for a well-rounded education, enhanced learning environment, and opportunities for students to grow and thrive.”
About The New England Center for Children
The New England Center for Children® is a world leader in education, research and technology for children with autism. For more than 40 years, our community of teachers, researchers and clinicians have been transforming lives and offering hope to children with autism and their families. NECC’s award-winning services include home-based, day, and residential programs; public school partnerships and consulting; the John and Diane Kim Autism Institute; and the ACE® ABA Software System used by more than 4,100 students in 24 states and nine countries. A 501c3 non-profit, The New England Center for Children is based in Southborough, MA, and also operates a center in Abu Dhabi, UAE. More information is available at www.necc.org.
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Contact: Michele Hart
The New England Center for Children
(508) 481-1015 x4049 [email protected]