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Beat the Blues

On January 29, Sherwood Autism Center hosted its fifth annual Beat the Blues gala to raise money to support its mission of educating and empowering children and adults with autism. Guests attended the event both in-person and virtually, donning creative blue attire. Fund-A-Need, a live and silent auction, was held alongside the Golden Ticket raffle to support Sherwood’s music therapy program, lunch program and remote learning technology needs. All proceeds will directly help the children and adults that Sherwood Autism Center serves in its special education and adult services programs, which promote independence in family and community life. “We are always amazed and grateful to the Kansas City community for the support they provide Sherwood so that we can help others thrive,” CEO Laci Maltbie says.