Augie's to Host 5th Annual Autism Speaks Fundraiser

Augie’s Prime Cut will host its 5th annual fundraiser for Autism Speaks at Captain Lawrence Brewery Sept. 21.

For the second year in a row, proceeds will also support a local organization,Community Based Services, Inc. (CBS).

Augie’s owners Audrey Hochroth and Sal Barone organize the event each year to recognize their daughter, Niki, who was diagnosed with autism at a young age. While they have provided special care for Niki, now 24, over the years, her recent emergence into adulthood has highlighted the additional care and support that comes with age. For that reason, a portion of the funds raised will benefit CBS, the organization that provides a home and care for their daughter.

This is a not-for-profit dedicated to providing people with autism and other developmental disabilities the best possible quality of life through residential and community-based opportunities in Westchester County including employment and day programs.

“Autism prevalence has skyrocketed so while we take this opportunity to give back, we also want to raise awareness for those individuals, children and adults alike, who are an equally important part of this community,” said Hochroth. “We are always humbled by the support from our neighboring business and loyal customers and look forward to making this year another fruitful, and fun, event at the brewery.”

Guests can expect an entertaining evening including live music. A silent auction will include items from gift certificates to local restaurants, hairdressers, spas and more, to jewelry, sports memorabilia and more. Augie’s signature steak sauce will be available for purchase (proceeds go to Autism Speaks for the sauce all year long).

New this year, Augie’s has created a Go Fundly page to help raise even more money and awareness than ever before – with a goal of raising $100,000 for 2015. Guests attending, or those who can’t make the event, can still participate by donating at fundly.com/augie-s-brews-for-autism. Folks interested in purchasing tickets for the event can learn more atwww.augiesprimecut.com/augie-donates/. Tickets are still available ($125/pp) and Augie’s is currently accepting items for the silent auction, ads for the journal and other sponsorships.

Last year’s sold out event raised more than $45,000 for Autism Speaks and CBS.

PHOTO: 2014 Autism Speaks fundraiser/contributed