Hope 4 Autism, Inc Hosts 2nd Annual Strut 4 Autism Fashion Show & Silent Auction to Increase Awareness for the Autistic Community

Online, January 20, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Hope 4 Autism Inc, a non-profit organization that supports and recognizes the autistic community, will host its 2nd Annual Fashion Show and Silent Auction: An Evening of Fashion, Fundraising and Sponsor Recognition. Hosted by Brielle LaCosta, the reigning Miss New Jersey, a motivational speaker and activist for Autism, the event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012 from 6:30 pm-9pm at the stunning New Country Motor Cars Mercedes-Benz Dealership; 1 Weston St., Hartford, CT. Donations will be accepted throughout the evening. Proceeds will benefit and assist with the organizations ongoing services and new resource program being implemented to aid autistic children in their homes.

"I am so proud that the organization is two years old and excited about our 2nd Annual Fashion Show," comments Carmen Veal, Founder of Hope 4 Autism Inc. "The organization anticipates the community's ongoing support of our cause and support of those living with the disorder. We are looking forward to a fun-filled night of fashion, networking, and upholding our mission to raise awareness of those affected by autism."

Sponsored by AT&T, the evening will showcase designs by Sani Auri, Vice Versa Boutique, Sugar Plum and Niro Boutique. The well designed program will highlight Hope 4 Autism Inc's sponsors, recognition of the autistic community in attendance, an opening performance by Equilibrium Dance Group, live music by Jazz band, Uguccioni Trio, and a host of vendors displaying their brands and products.

Melissa Griffiths, Director of Marketing for Hope 4 Autism Inc adds, "This year's fashion show is the kickoff to our S.O.S. Fundraising Campaign. Our overall goal is to raise funds for low-income families in the Greater Hartford area struggling to cope with this disorder."

Hope 4 Autism, Inc strives to help and support those living with Autism. In addition, the organization holds support groups at Manchester Memorial Hospital which are sponsored by the Autism Society of Connecticut.

For additional information about Hope 4 Autism visit www.hope4autism.org. To purchase tickets visit http://www.hope4autism.org/events/tickets.

About Hope 4 Autism, Inc
Hope 4 Autism, Inc is a non-profit that provides services such as advocacy, mini grants, support groups and Autism Awareness to the Greater Hartford Community.

About Founder Carmen Veal
A native of Hartford, CT, Carmen Veal, founder of Hope 4 Autism Inc, discovered her daughter was diagnosed with a severe level of Autism. Due to the many challenges that came along with being a single parent and having a child with Autism, encouraged Carmen to start her own non-profit to make others aware of how rare her daughter's disorder is. As a Fashion Designer, Business Owner, Visionary and Educator, Carmen remains active within her community.
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