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A Night for Celebrating Our Autism & Disability Community

Date and Time
Date / Time
Mon, Oct 20, 2025
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location
Location
Porta
135 Newark Avenue
Jersey City, NJ, 07302
Cost
Cost
$0.00 to $1,000.00
Organizer
Organizer
Kerry Magro
Category
Category
Miscellaneous
A Night for Celebrating Our Autism & Disability Community
A Night for Celebrating Our Autism & Disability Community

In Recognition of National Disability Awareness & Employment Month

Join us on Monday, October 20th, 2025, from 6–9 PM at Porta’s Monk Room in Jersey City for an evening of community, connection, and celebration.

Hosted by Dr. Kerry Magro β€” a professional speaker, author, and autistic adult who was nonspeaking as a child β€” this event shines a light on inclusion and the progress we continue to make together.

Through his nonprofit, KFM Making a Difference, Kerry has awarded 162 partial scholarships to autistic students for college, provided grants for special education teachers, and even supported small businesses that hire people with disabilities.

This free community event will feature:

  • Cash bar and light appetizers (no sit-down menu)
  • Networking and community connection
  • Conversations around disability employment, addressing the challenges many face in finding meaningful work and the importance of inclusive hiring
  • A short program with remarks and sponsor recognition
  • Opportunities to support the mission of KFM Making a Difference

πŸ’‘ Support the Cause

While admission is free, this is a fundraiser in recognition of National Disability Awareness & Employment Month.

We are seeking sponsors starting at $75 β€” please contact KerryMagro@gmail.com for details. Guests may also make an optional donation through Eventbrite or during the event.

Sponsorship Levels

Gold Sponsor – $1,000

  • Full Page Ad/Recognition in printed program
  • Premier logo placement on event flyer, Eventbrite page, and social media stories
  • Recognition in opening and closing remarks
  • Sponsor spotlight during program (2–3 min remarks optional)
  • Logo displayed on event signage & donation station

Silver Sponsor – $500

  • Half Page Ad/Recognition in printed program
  • Logo placement on event flyer, Eventbrite page, and social media stories
  • Recognition in opening remarks
  • Materials displayed at sponsor table

Bronze Sponsor – $250

  • Quarter Page Recognition in printed program
  • Logo/name on flyer and social media stories
  • Recognition during the program

Community Friend – $75

  • Name listed in printed program
  • Mention in a social media story thank-you

Together, we can celebrate our autism and disability community, raise awareness about the barriers to meaningful employment, and help create more opportunities for the future.

πŸ‘‰ We hope you’ll join us for this special night!