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Stride is Proud to Sponsor Upcoming Fundraisers in Communities it Serves

At Stride, we firmly believe that every child deserves a rewarding future full of happiness and independence. That is why, in addition to offering full-day ABA programs for children ages 2 to 6 across Iowa, Nebraska, and Illinois, we support autism-related organizations that are aligned with our mission.

This September, we are pleased to be sponsoring two incredible fundraising events to support those with autism and their families. First, we are a Platinum Sponsor for Chicago Autism Network’s 5th annual Fall Gala. Taking place on Saturday, September 10th, this special evening is meant to raise money to help those who could greatly benefit from autism therapy but are currently unable to afford it.

We are also a Gold Sponsor of the Autism Society of Iowa’s Annual Fore Autism Golf Outing taking place a few days later on September 14th. Proceeds from this wonderful event will help support the organization’s efforts to assist individuals with autism across the state.

Stride looks forward to sponsoring additional events in the future as we continue our mission to enrich the lives of children with autism spectrum disorders.

Stride’s Founder Helps Raise Over $2,000,000 Towards Autism-Related Disorder

Stride is proud to announce that it’s Founder & CEO, Brad Zelinger, has helped raise over $2,000,000 towards Rett Syndrome research. Brad’s sister, Marissa, and the challenges she’s faced due to her autism-related disorder, is the inspiration behind Stride Autism Centers®. This year’s Reverse Rett Chicago event was held virtually and raised nearly $250,000. Since inception, Reverse Rett Chicago has raised over $2,000,000.

 

About Brad Zelinger

Brad Zelinger joined the RSRT board of trustees in 2016. A strong and steadfast advocate and fundraiser for Rett research and RSRT, Brad is inspired by his adult sister, Marissa, who suffers from Rett Syndrome. In 2015 Brad created and launched, along with his and Marissa’s parents, the Reverse Rett Chicago gala. The annual event has been highly successful, raising more than $2 million for RSRT over the last five years and increasing Rett Syndrome awareness in Chicago.

Brad began his career in New York City in investment banking at Moelis & Company. He then returned to Chicago, where he grew up, to work in private equity at Madison Dearborn Partners. Brad holds an undergraduate degree from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and graduated in 2018 with an MBA from Harvard Business School.

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