Celebrating our scholarship recipients.
Every name on this page represents a story of perseverance, hope, and community support. Each recipient reminds us how your generosity opens doors and changes lives. Explore our scholarship recipients by year, and join us in celebrating the difference we’re making together.
Claire – In Honor of Phil Barone
Claire is new to our iAm family and using her funding for private tutoring and toward Rehab Dynamics. We all know Phil as the Lizard King of Toledo, but did you know that other than performing with his band Phil Barone and the Cruisers and donating great stuff from his restaurants, you can find Phil doing the heavy lifting at Acoustics for Autism? As soon as he gets out of character, you see him lending any helping hand he can from breaking down tables and chairs to setting up the Silent Auction. Phils generosity matches his talent and we are so lucky to have him!
Noah – Renewal In Honor of The Denny Schaffer Show
Noah is again using funding for Toledo Pediatric Speech services. As you know, the press we get from the media outlets is a huge resource for our success at Acoustics for Autism. Thanks to the gang at The Denny Schaffer Show, we are able to continuously have fun and get the word out to our loyal followers about all of our upcoming events-this is so important to our fundraising goals for our children!
Michael – In Honor of The Twenty Fives
Michael is using his funding for Broadie and Wargo Sensory Therapy. The Twenty-Fives have been in the music industries for longer than their namesake. They are always willing to pitch in and help when Project iAm is in need. Thanks to all the musicians who help us put on Acoustics for Autism, we are able to continue to do what we do!
Joseph – In Honor of Carmen Miller
Joseph is using his funding for Broadie and Wargo Sensory Therapy. Carmen is known in our area for having a ton of soul and energy and brings it with every performance. Carmen doesnt just volunteer her time singing though, you will also see her signing up to help at all of our events no matter what the job. It is this kind of wonderful volunteer that makes us who we are!
Dakota – Renewal In Honor of Rob And Michelle Fairchild
I wanted to send a quick update on Dakota. He is making so many strides! Dakota is speaking 50% of his communication and working very hard on learning how to express his feelings wants and needs. Music Therapy has been absolutely amazing for him. He asks almost every day to do to the drum shop and lights up from ear to ear when he sees us heading that way. Not only has his communication gotten a lot better, but he is also engaging in play with his sister and able to follow multiple step directions at home. He is doing great at school and his other therapies as well. We want to thank Project iAm and all their supporters for making this possible for Dakota!!
Jaxson – Renewal In Honor of The Andersons
Jaxson is excelling in a new program that involves cooking classes! We are so happy that he is continuing to prosper and find new things to help with his ASD needs!
Waverly – In Honor of Dave Stella
Waverly is new to Project iAm and using her funding for swim and communication lessons! Dave is a one of a kind staple in the Toledo music scene as the frontman for none other than The Grape Smugglers. His passion to give back to not only Project iAm, but his own foundation for childhood cancer makes him someone we are proud to call a friend!
Michael – In Honor of M. Todd Smith
Michael is using his funds for the GOAL Summer Program. M.Todd Smith has been a staple in the music community for over thirty years! Not only does he show up to entertain us at Acoustics for Autism, but he shows up for set up and tear down of all of our events. Thank you Todd for always volunteering and being there for us!
Alexander – In Honor of Aaron Krott
Alexander is using his funds for the Rehab Dynamics Summer Program. Aaron is a newer volunteer to the Project iAm Family. Lending his musical talents as well as sound engineering capabilities for the betterment of Acoustics for Autism, the time and effort he puts into our event allows us to continue to support children like Alexander!
Anthony – In Honor of “I Love My 419”
Anthony is using his funding for sensory items! The crew at the program I Love My 419 is always looking for ways to support the local community through their advertising and special appearances. We are so lucky to have Andre, Steve and the rest of the gang support and love Acoustics for Autism for the last 8+ years!