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Blue Man Group and Grant a Gift: Celebrating 9 Years of Sensory-Friendly Shows
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Blue Man Group and Grant a Gift: Celebrating 9 Years of Sensory-Friendly Shows

Last Sunday, June 23, 2024, the Blue Man Group hosted the 9th annual Sensory-Friendly Performance, supporting the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation - Ackerman Center! Held at the Luxor Hotel and Casino, the event enchanted attendees with its unique mix of music, comedy, and visual effects, while significantly impacting the community.

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An Evening at SkyVu: Charity Event in Partnership with Christopher Homes Raises $30K for Grant a Gift
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An Evening at SkyVu: Charity Event in Partnership with Christopher Homes Raises $30K for Grant a Gift

At the end of May, Grant a Gift partnered with Christopher Homes and SkyVu at MacDonald Highlands to host the stunning "Charity, Cocktails & City Views" event. Hosts Gary Ackerman, Chairman of the Board, and J. Christopher Stuhmer of Christopher Homes, welcomed esteemed donors and new friends as they were treated to an exclusive experience, visiting three homes in SkyVu, Christopher Homes’ newest luxury neighborhood, nestled within the prestigious 24-hour guard-gated community of MacDonald Highlands, known for its DragonRidge Golf Club.

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15th Annual Race for Hope 5K Welcomes 960 Participants & Raises $122,000 for Grant a Gift
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15th Annual Race for Hope 5K Welcomes 960 Participants & Raises $122,000 for Grant a Gift

On Saturday, April 13th, the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation - Ackerman Center held its 15th Annual RACE FOR HOPE 5K at Town Square Las Vegas. This year’s event saw the largest attendance record in history with 967 attendees (both in-person and virtual attendance)! Additionally, a record number of 36 resource fair vendors were in attendance providing valuable information to the community.

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2024 Autism Acceptance Month Events in Las Vegas
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2024 Autism Acceptance Month Events in Las Vegas

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.

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How to Donate to Grant a Gift This Giving Tuesday
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How to Donate to Grant a Gift This Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday happens this year on Tuesday, November 28th. According to the Giving Tuesday website, it is a day that we all unite for a worldwide celebration of generosity.

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Wrangler NFR® contestants to visit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation on Saturday, December 9th
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Wrangler NFR® contestants to visit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation on Saturday, December 9th

Two top-caliber Wrangler NFR® (@lasvegasnfr) contestants – Tim O’Connell and Coleman Proctor – will take a break from bucking horses and roping steers to spend some time with the children at Grant a Gift on Saturday, 12/9 starting at 11:30 am! Both NFR contestants will bring along their horses and ropes for a fun and interactive meet and greet.

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