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Love Serving Autism empowers individuals with autism and other developmental abilities by providing specialized therapeutic racquet sports interventions. These programs support their developmental needs, promote inclusion, enhance physical health and communication, and foster emotional well-being.
We provide specialized training and education for racquet sports professionals, teachers, certified therapists, and volunteers pursuing adaptive and inclusive certification.
The financial generosity of our sponsors and partners allows us to provide a variety of programs and events through certified coaches and therapists across the country.
Boca Raton, FL —Love Serving Autism (LSA) crowned Jack Garchik & Dan Weinstein with the 2024 Legacy of the Year award Saturday night at Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton. Over the last eight months, Garchik and Weinstein campaigned to raise awareness and funding to help LSA in its mission to serve those with unique abilities on and off the court. Garchik won the award for the second consecutive year. Giulia Merklein finished as first runner-up. Merklein, in her first year as a legacy, demonstrated an incredible passion and connection for the mission. She started her campaign in June but finished as a strong advocate. Jill Jolley finished as second runner-up. Jolley has finished in the top three for two consecutive years and is a valued, long-time supporter and board member of Love Serving Autism. There were 15 Legacies running campaigns from March to October. Together, they helped Love Serving Autism raise a record amount of over 370,000 in their 3rd Annual event.
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diagnosed with ASD
LSA provides a variety of programs and events through certified coaches and therapists across the country.
One of our unique features is that we integrate certified therapists on court.
We specialize in therapeutic racquet sports instruction for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and developmental challenges.
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Since childhood, Lisa Pugliese had set her sights on becoming a professional tennis player. She played at Duke University and...
Love Serving Autism, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization to which the IRS has granted public charity status under section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). Our tax identification number is 81-3503417. We are registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services charitable registration #: CH51223. A copy of our IRS determination letter is available upon request. Under the Florida Solicitation of Funds Act Section 496.411(3): A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free within the state (1-800-HELP-FLA) or online. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.
Rita Dotson
Coach, Roger Scott Tennis Center, Pensacola, FL