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.
Ben – Renewal In Honor of Gary Wagner
As one of our older kids, Ben is using therapy for at home care until such time as he is able to on his own. Gary Wagner has one of the toughest jobs during Acoustics for Autism, as he runs sound in Buster Browns. This is one of the smallest and busiest venues for our huge concert and Gary is the ultimate professional who constantly works to make this a flawless eventand he NEVER complains. We are lucky to have Gary in our corner!
Virginia – In Honor of Valerie Vetter
This is Virginias first scholarship from Project iAm and is attending the summer program at Saras Garden! Val is a newer volunteer, but that doesnt stop her from being a force! She has stepped up in a much needed area of need as our vendor coordinator. Thanks to Val, we have more personal contact and direction with our Vendors at AFA and we are so happy she has risen to the occasion!
Aithan – Renewal In Honor of Rita Seferian
Aithan is using funding for much needed orthotic leg braces. As you all know, everyones favorite Aunt left us much too early. But we continue to honor her and her contributions to Project iAm with this scholarship for Aithan!
Sydney – Renewal In Honor of Ed Beczynski
Sydney is back for another summer year at Saras Garden Summer Camp. Ed, or Eddy B as he is lovingly called, continues to support us at every move. Hes been a scholarship namesake for several years now and loves to see all the progress that Sydney makes year after year!
Oliver – Renewal In Honor of The Wow Factor
Oliver returns to us for another summer year at Saras Garden Summer Camp. The Wow Factor continues to be one of our most fun, and longest running bands at Acoustics for Autism. Aside from their drummer being our spokesman, The Wow Factor loves to be a part of the event and helps by volunteering in any way they can throughout the year. They look forward to hearing about the great advancements that Oliver makes each year!
Ryan – Renewal In Honor of Ronnie Sayyah
We had to go way back in the archives for this one, but we are so happy to be able to support one of our very first iAm kids, Rya as he excels in his swim and dance lessons! Ron has always been there to support Project iAm with his artistic abilities, and living in Florida makes it no different. Its so nice to see the return of this nice family and to show Ronnie what kind of progress Ryan has made over the last 15 years!
Braeden – Renewal In Honor of Torie Thorne
Check out this beautiful letter from Braeden!
Liam – Renewal In Honor of Scott Sands
Liam continues to make strides with Speech and OT through various Promedica programs. Our buddy Scott Sands has taken on a new role, but continues to be supportive our Project iAm and our mission by using his presence for promotion and solicitation. We are so happy that Scott has continued to be loyal to our cause!
Joey – Renewal In Honor of Carmen Miller
Joey has been joining his sister and doing great with his horseback therapeutic riding lessons through Dusty Boots! Carmen Miller continues to be the soulful powerhouse behind many great musical projects in the 419. But her heart and dedication to our cause is what makes her a superstar. Carmen has consistently dedicated her time and energy to helping in all forms and we are so lucky to call Carmen our friend!
Anne – Renewal In Honor of Local 351
Anne has been thriving in her horseback therapeutic riding lessons through Dusty Boots! Local 351 Carpenters Union is not just a financial support to Acoustics for Autism, but they also do the heavy liftingliterally. Every year a group of Carpenters come by to offer their assistance in the tear down of our huge event. They have built supplies for us over the years and their generosity is much appreciated!