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Join us to celebrate 10 Years of Transformation, marking a significant milestone in our mission to change lives in the autism community. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of dinner, dancing and time with community leaders as we celebrate our progress and look forward to an exciting future.

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Photo Highlights from the 2024 Hearts & Hands Gala

Honoree Addy van Leeuwen (left) with Executive Director & Principal Debra Johnson (right)

Executive Director & Principal Debra Johnson (left) with Honoree Melissa Carman (right)

Corporate Honoree SandyJames Fine Food & Productions, represented by Scott Reiser

High School Board President Marc Edenzon with his wife Kathy Edenzon. Joined by supporters Frankie Edenzon and her husband Irwin Edenzon (left to right).

Event Co-chair Carol Kaufman (left) with Event Emcee Michael Williams of WPTV (right)

Charter School Board President Sonia Kay (left) with Jason Rogers (right)

Event Co-chair Laura Pope (left) and her husband Michael Pope (right).

Board member Steven Padula (left) and Esther Francis (right)

Greg and Zulema Mortman "Play It Forward" at the casino games (left to right).

Michael Williams (left) and his wife Leisa Williams (right)

Christine Raymond of Extraordinary Charities

Board member Orlando Ortiz (left) and his wife Aura Ortiz (right)

Connections high school students who volunteered as greeters at the event

Connections Occupational Therapist Patrikka Georges (left) and Health & Wellness Parapro April Hill (right)

Connections high school students and adult clients who volunteered as greeters at the event. Each guest was welcomed with a fun celebration!

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Hearts & Hands Gala
Celebrating 10 Years of Transformation

Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025
National Croquet Center, West Palm Beach

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