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KICKOFF PARTY THIS SUNDAY IN SAN FRANCISCO
WORCESTER, Mass., May 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, two
men from Massachusetts will begin The Elias Tembenis Walk for Autism, a
year-long journey across America to raise autism awareness and funds to
assist children with the diagnosis.
Leaving their families, home, and work behind, Robert Williams and
Bobby Genese of Worcester will walk approximately 3000 miles in honor
of Elias Tembenis, a seven-year-old boy with autism who passed away
last November following a seizure. Harry and Gina Tembenis, also of
Worcester, hope the walk will honor their son's memory while helping
children and families affected by autism.
A kickoff ceremony will be held this Sunday at Jillian's in San
Francisco. Williams and Genese will take a day to rest before their
twelve-month journey begins on Tuesday. The walk will take place
primarily on Route 50 and the American Discovery Trail, starting in San
Francisco and ending in Washington DC.
Proceeds will benefit the National Autism Association's Helping Hand
Program, a national fund assisting families unable to afford autism
therapy and medical services, and will also support autism initiatives
in Elias's hometown. "We can't thank the guys enough for what they're
doing," commented Rita Shreffler of the National Autism Association.
"With the rise in autism, our community is starving for aid. Robert and
Bobby are two very amazing people."
The public is welcome to meet Williams and Genese and wish them well
during the kickoff ceremony from 12 to 4 PM PST. Jillian's is located
at 101 4th Street, San Francisco, in the South end of the Metreon
Building.
To learn more about Elias and how to support The Elias Tembenis walk, visit www.nationalautism.org/eliaswalk.
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