Local organizations to host First Autism Awareness Poker Run
Dillon Fuhrman
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Yuma BikeLife and Citadels MC Prison Hill Chapter are hosting the First Autism Awareness Poker Run.
The event is taking place this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Children’s Museum in Downtown Yuma, with the run starting at 11:00 a.m.
The organizations say this is the first time they are collaborating “to not only raise awareness but also generate funds in support of the autism community” in Yuma.
They also say the run is “an opportunity to bring more visibility to the needs and strengths of individuals with autism” while also uniting the community in a meaningful cause.
The registration fees are as follows: $25 for those riding solo, and $35 for those riding with a passenger.
All proceeds raised will benefit “local efforts to support individuals and families impacted by autism,” the organization says.
The event is also taking place Saturday at West Wetlands Park at 11:30 a.m., with the ride starting at 12:45 p.m. The cost to join the run is $15, with the proceeds going towards Cactus Bloom Autism Foundation.
In addition, the two organizations will host the Hooters Takeover for Autism Awareness at Hooters, located at 1519 Yuma Palms Pkway, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.