Contact: Joyce Lowder, 760-360-7754, 949-285-4366
Jenny McCarthy Raises Funds for Autism
at Talk About Curing Autism Gala
Orange County—October 9, 2007 – Jenny McCarthy, actress, comedian and model is serving as honorary Chair and master of ceremonies for a major Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) fundraiser to benefit families affected by autism. Ante Up for Autism, a poker tournament and casino night event, will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at The Island Hotel, Newport Beach with a fun “old” Las Vegas theme.
McCarthy is the author of a just released book, Louder Than Words – A Mother’s Journey in Healing Autism, which chronicles her experiences and healing philosophies as a parent of a child with autism. A book signing will be held during the evening.
The event, which will fund educational programs and services for families affected by autism, will include a reception and dinner against a backdrop of lounge music, gaming opportunities and silent auction. The highlight of the evening will be a poker tournament featuring poker celebrity and special guests, Daniel Negreanu, Antonio Esfandiari and Rafe Furst.
"We are so proud to have Jenny McCarthy as a spokesperson for Talk About Curing Autism. Her commitment to spreading the message that there is hope for children diagnosed with autism is changing the lives of thousands of families,” said TACA executive director Lisa Ackerman.
Other celebrity guests include actors Joe Mantegna, Cuba Gooding Jr., Clifton Collins Jr., and Jonathon Schaech as well as athletes Jim Everett, Eric Dickerson, Brian Lopes, Chone Figgins, and Teemu Selanne.
This event is now sold out for general admission tickets with limited poker tournament seats available. For information about Ante Up for Autism reservations visit www.anteupforautism.org or to learn about the programs and services, visit www.tacanow.org or call (949) 640-4401.
About TACA
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) provides support, education and information, and resources to more than 3,000 people in California who are touched by autism. One in every 150 children in the United States has autism. Approximately 95 percent of TACA’s services are provided at no charge and include education and support meetings, parent mentoring, and the Autism Journey Guide. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families with professional assistance and serves to bridge the gap between diagnosis and effective treatment.
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