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1 in 31 — Every Light Matters
Shining a light on autism awareness, acceptance, and opportunity In recognition of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, we’re taking a moment to reflect, to understand, and to continue building a more inclusive path forward. *CDC Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, 2025. Approximately 1 in 31 U.S. children aged 8 have been identified with autism spectrum disorder. 1 in 31 children.* For many families, that number marks the beginning of a new jo
Rhonda Helgesen
Apr 303 min read


March Momentum: Moving Forward into Spring🌼
✨ Pathway to Inclusion Update In February, ACES proudly partnered with Spectrum Autism Support Group as a Project Partner in their Pathway of Inclusion campaign. This month, we’re excited to share that our Legacy Brick design has been finalized — a meaningful step in bringing this vision to life. Our brick reflects the heart of ACES and the mission we work toward every day: building skills, fulfilling purpose, and uniting community — all while creating meaningful opportunitie
Rhonda Helgesen
Mar 273 min read


Pantry to Pathway: Pound by Pound. Brick by Brick.
February: A Month of Tangible Impact for ACES 💙💛❤️ Nearly 10,000 pounds of food delivered. A new regional food partnership formed. A Legacy Brick placed in the Pathway of Inclusion. Voted Best of Gwinnett 2025. February was a month defined by action — and by a community that continues to show up. Supporting Our Local Food Banks 🥫 Food insecurity continues to affect families across Gwinnett County, and autistic adults are disproportionately impacted due to barriers in emplo
Rhonda Helgesen
Feb 233 min read


All In, Together: Closing Out 2025 With Gratitude and Momentum
💙✨ All In, Together: Closing Out 2025 With Gratitude and Momentum ✨💙 As we close the books on 2025 and step into a new year, one thing shines brightly: community is the heartbeat of everything we do 🌟 . The final weeks of the year were filled with generosity, collaboration, and purpose, perfectly capturing the spirit behind All-In Charitable Events & Services, Inc. and the ACES BARKery. 🙏 Gratitude That Fuels Our Mission We are incredibly thankful to Cory Bahr and Ente
Rhonda Helgesen
Jan 72 min read


🍂 A November to Remember: Awards, Robots, Trees & 1,964 Pounds of Goodness!
November was one of those months that reminds us exactly why we do what we do. From major recognitions to meaningful community partnerships, plus a few heartwarming surprises along the way—ACES and the ACES BARKery had plenty to celebrate. Here’s a look back at everything your support helped make possible. ✨ A Shining Night at the Spectrum's StarShine Gala We were thrilled to serve as a Gold Sponsor at this year’s StarShine Gala, a beautiful evening dedicated to empowerment
Rhonda Helgesen
Dec 5, 20254 min read
