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.
Braeden – Renewal in Honor of Tori Thorne
Dear Tori,
I am now 16! Due to all the blood, sweat and joy you have put into Acoustics for Autism and Project iAm, you have made it possible for this to be the 4th year for me to attend Bittersweet Farms Summer Enrichment. Amazing!
I really cannot say enough how much Bittersweet means to me. Being able to spend the summer going on adventures with my friends at Bittersweet has become something I look forward to all year. Ever since mom told me it was almost time for Bittersweet Summers I keep trying to sneak my Bittersweet gear into my regular school backpack. Summer is so close, I can’t wait.
All our love and gratitude,
Braeden Owen and Family
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Timothy – Renewal in Honor of Steve Kennedy
Timothy is continuing his lessons at Safe Splash Swim School and doing great! Everyone knows Steve Kennedy and his lighthearted humor while entertaining the masses. Steve has been a part of AFA for over ten years and is always looking for ways to support the charity!
Ronan- Renewal in Honor of Horrigan family
Ronan is returning to Sara‘s garden summer program like he’s been for the last several years. We are so lucky to have community partners like the Horrigan family who allow us a safe and secure location during the chaotic hustle and bustle of Acoustics for Autism .
Bennett- Renewal in Honor of Erie Home
Bennett is attending another summer with Sara’s Garden with his brother!
Ryker- Renewal in Honor of Hayley Posner
Ryker is attending speech therapy and doing great! Hayley has been a reliable volunteer for nearly 10 years and is a jack of all trades for us! We love our volunteers and Hayley is top notch!
Lorelei- Renewal in Honor of Brian Ludwig
Lorelei is back for another summer at Sara’s Garden! We are so blessed to have Brian Ludwig from Treu House of Munch on our team! Without his constant cooperation and willingness to help us expand, we could not continue to serve our patrons at AFA with our biggest money maker!
Jimena – Renewal in Honor of BCAN
Jimena is returning for another summer at the New Horizons/Sara’s Garden Summer program and thriving! BCAN is an amazing community partner and allows us to broadcast AFA live for the world to see. We are so lucky to have businesses in our area who care about the work we do!
Gabriel – Renewal in Honor of TJ Stratton
Gabriel continues to use his funding for various energetic activities to keep his mind and body moving! TJ introduced the Maumee Elks to us and has been a constant in their cooperation with Acoustics for Autism. We love this great partnership and are so grateful to TJ!
Kensley – In Honor of Stevin Groth
Kensley is brand new to Project iAm and is using funding to help with communication skills through Spelling 2 Communicate. Stevin has been dubbed “The Grothfather” for very good reasons—he’s one of the most philanthropic people in our community. Known for taking great care of his staff and local charities, we couldn’t find anyone more fitting than Stevin for this recognition.
Noah – Renewal in Honor of Denny Schafer
Noah continues to grow with Toledo Pediatric Speech lessons! The always fun and entertaining Denny Schafer, although retired, makes it a priority to promote p
Project iAm and AFA- We’re so lucky for Support from one of Toledo‘s favorite people!