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Vancouver, BC, September 8, 2022 — Don’t miss out! Last year’s 50/50 sold out!  Tickets for the AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 are selling fast and now is the time to get your ticket! 

The 50/50 jackpot is already over $20,000 and growing rapidly.  
Tickets are limited and start at $10 with bundle pricing available!

Purchase a raffle ticket and enter to win a Brand-new 2022 Ford Maverick XLT Truck and other amazing prizes in the AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group. 

Your ticket purchase helps AutismBC raise important funds for programs and services that support autistic children and adults, and their families with inclusive social programs, educational resources, in-depth workshops, and much more.

According to BC Stats, today in BC there are 22,000 children on the autism spectrum, and the autism rate has increased from 1 in 37 children in 2019 to 1 in 32 this year. Along with these rising diagnostic rates, at AutismBC we have seen an increase in requests for services and supports.

“Last year we experienced a 109% increase of in-depth calls that lasted over 20 minutes with our support staff from people who were struggling to find the right kind of support, says AutismBC Program Manager Brock Sheppard. “People needed someone to listen to, to answer their questions, to provide information, and to know they are not alone. Funding we receive from our raffle and from donors allows us to be there to answer these calls, and meaningfully connect people to community level supports and the right information.” The funds raised in the 2022 AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group are crucial to the provincial charity.

The Grand Prize is a 2022 Ford Maverick XLT Truck valued at $34,645 courtesy of presenting sponsor Applewood Auto Group. Other prizes in the raffle include a  Ninebot KickScooter electric scooter and a Supercycle Classic Vintage Cruiser Bike. There will also be a 50/50 draw for a cash prize that is already over $20,000 and growing! Other sponsors supporting the raffle include Pawlick Automotive, Orbital Learning, G&F Financial, Prospera Credit Union, Quality Foods, Canadian Tire and Staples Canada.

Raffle tickets are going fast!  BUY TODAY and make a life changing impact on BC’s autism community.

Raffle Tickets cost 1 for $20 / 3 for $50 / 10 for $100
50/50 Tickets cost 1 for $10 / 3 for $25

Deadline for the main draw is midnight September 22.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

Tickets available at www.autismbc.ca/raffle or call AutismBC at 604-434-0880 ext. 101

Vancouver, BC, September 1, 2022 — A 2022 Ford Maverick XLT truck is up for grabs this year along with other big prizes in the AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group. The raffle gives British Columbians a chance to purchase tickets to win with proceeds supporting AutismBC programs and services that support autistic children and adults, and their families with inclusive social programs, educational resources, in-depth workshops, and much more.

The funds raised in the 2022 AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group are crucial to the provincial charity.  

“This is our biggest fundraiser of the year” says Julia Boyle, Executive Director of AutismBC “The funds we raise through this raffle are critical to enabling us to offer our programs to the autism community. As the economy becomes more challenged, charities and non-profits like us are vulnerable. We are grateful to our raffle prize donors and sponsors, and raffle ticket buyers for their support.”  

The Grand Prize is a 2022 Ford Maverick XLT Truck valued at $34,645 courtesy of presenting sponsor Applewood Auto Group. Other prizes in the raffle include a  Ninebot KickScooter electric scooter and a Supercycle Classic Vintage Cruiser Bike. There will also be a 50/50 draw for a cash prize that is approaching $20,000 and will continue to grow! Other sponsors supporting the raffle include Pawlick Automotive, Orbital Learning, G&F Financial, Prospera Credit Union, Quality Foods, Canadian Tire and Staples Canada.

Raffle tickets are going fast!  BUY TODAY and make a life changing impact on BC’s autism community.

Raffle Tickets cost 1 for $20 / 3 for $50 / 10 for $100
50/50 Tickets cost 1 for $10 / 3 for $25

Deadline for the main draw is midnight September 22.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

Tickets available at www.autismbc.ca/raffle or call AutismBC at 604-434-0880 ext. 101

Vancouver, BC, August 18, 2022 — The Early Bird Deadline is TONIGHT at MIDNIGHT!  Buy NOW for your chance to win the early bird prize of an Acer 14” Chromebook, courtesy of Staples.

When you purchase today, you will automatically be re-entered into the final draw for a Grand Prize of a Ford Maverick XLT Truck courtesy of Applewood Auto Group and other amazing prizes!

Hurry, the clock is ticking!

Your support in the 2022 AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group is crucial in funding programs and services that support autistic children, youth, adults and their families across the province.

Today, 1 in 32 children are diagnosed with autism and there are over 80,000 adults and children throughout the province on the autism spectrum. AutismBC has been supporting people with autism and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social connections, and support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism.

Now’s your chance to support AutismBC and win big.  BUY TODAY before the Early Bird Deadline and make a life changing impact on BC’s autism community.

ALL EARLY BIRD TICKETS will be RE-ENTERED into the FINAL DRAW – even if you win!

Raffle Tickets cost 1 for $20 / 3 for $50 / 10 for $100
50/50 Tickets cost 1 for $10 / 3 for $25

Deadline for the early bird is midnight TONIGHT August 18 and for the main draw is midnight September 22.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

Tickets available at www.autismbc.ca/raffle or call AutismBC at 604-434-0880 ext. 101

Vancouver, BC, August 11, 2022 — The Early Bird Deadline is in ONE WEEK!  Buy NOW for your chance to win the early bird prize of an Acer 14” Chromebook and other amazing prizes and growing 50/50 jackpot, all while supporting the autism community! 

Early Bird Prize winner is re-entered into the final draw for a Grand Prize of Ford Maverick XLT Truck courtesy of Applewood Auto Group, second prize of a Ninebot electric scooter, and third prize of a Supercycle Classic Vintage Cruiser Bike courtesy of Canadian Tire!

The 2022 AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group gives British Columbians a chance to purchase tickets with proceeds funding programs and services that support autistic children, youth, adults and their families across the province.

According to the charity, there are over 60,000 adults throughout the province with on the autism spectrum, and the autism rate has increased from 1 in 37 children in 2019 to one in 32 this year. AutismBC has been supporting people with autism and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social connections, and support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism. With the rising autism diagnostic rate there is a growing need for supports across the lifespan.

“My journey as an autistic individual began when I was diagnosed at age 7 right before going into Grade 1. AutismBC and all organizations serving the neurodiverse community can continue to focus on providing opportunities for autistic individuals to gain skills-building experiences and to be pushed to their limits to help them become the best that they can be. My hopes for future autistic adults in BC is that they are bound to excel as leaders. I have complete faith that the next generation may power through way past even my generation and others to achieve greatness.”

Lucas Gates, 28, Autistic Self-Advocate and AutismBC Board Director since 2020

Now’s your chance to win big and have a lasting and life changing impact on BC’s autism community.

ALL EARLY BIRD TICKETS will be RE-ENTERED into the FINAL DRAW – even if you win!

Raffle Tickets cost 1 for $20 / 3 for $50 / 10 for $100
50/50 Tickets cost 1 for $10 / 3 for $25

Deadline for the early bird is midnight August 18 and for the main draw is midnight September 22.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

Tickets available at www.autismbc.ca/raffle or call AutismBC at 604-434-0880 ext. 101

Vancouver, BC, August 4, 2022 — The 2022 AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group gives British Columbians a chance to purchase tickets to win a brand-new 2022 Ford Maverick Truck with proceeds supporting AutismBC. The provincial charity’s biggest annual fundraiser raises important funds for programs and services that support autistic children and adults, families, and professionals across the province.

“Only a few weeks before Sawyers 3rd Birthday he got his ASD diagnosis. Since then, it’s been a wild ride of finding the supports he needs and soon realizing we, his parents, also were needing some support, as well. AutismBC has provided us with a feeling that we are not alone, pointed us to different resources to help us out, connected us with other families in our area, linked us up with educational workshops and programs, and so much more!” – ANGIE PALMER, parent

Applewood Auto Group has stepped up for the third year in a row as the raffle presenter with a 2022 Ford Maverick XLT Truck as the grand prize going to one lucky winner. Other prizes in the raffle include a  Ninebot KickScooter electric scooter, a Supercycle Classic Vintage Cruiser Bike,  and an Early Bird Prize of a Chromebook 14″ Laptop donated by Staples Canada. There will also be a 50/50 draw for a cash prize. Other sponsors supporting the raffle include Pawlick Automotive, Orbital Learning, G&F Financial, Prospera Credit Union, Quality Foods and Staples Canada.

AutismBC says the raffle is a critical component of their fundraising for the year as they continue COVID-19 recovery transition.    

 “People throughout the province continue to depend on AutismBC for support for their autistic loved ones and friends,” says Julia Boyle, Executive Director of AutismBC. “Thousands of people contact AutismBC every year for support . This raffle raises the essential funds we need to continue to run our programs for children, adults, families and professionals throughout the province. We are so grateful to sponsors, prize donors, and to everyone who purchases a ticket. We couldn’t deliver our services without their support.”

According to AutismBC, today in British Columbia, 1 in 32 children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and there are approximately 80,000 children, youth, and adults on the spectrum. AutismBC has been supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social clubs, and one-on-one support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism. The past two years have seen their greatest number of requests for services.

Tickets for the 2022 AutismBC Raffle and 50/50 presented by Applewood Auto Group start at $10 for the 50/50 and at $20 for the main raffle. Bundle savings are available. Deadline for the early bird is midnight August 18  and for the main draw is midnight September 22.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

Tickets available online or call AutismBC at 604-434-0880 ext. 101

VANCOUVER, BC, September 29, 2021 — Tickets for the 4^th Annual AutismBC Raffle are over 93% sold and will likely sell out!  Don’t miss out!  Only ONE MORE DAY LEFT!  Deadline to purchase tickets is TOMORROW, September 30, 2021 at 11:59:59pm.

Chances are better than 1 in 7,250 to WIN!

The provincial charity’s annual fundraiser raises important funds for programs and services that support autistic children and adults, their families, and professionals across the province.

Purchase a ticket and enter to win a brand-new 2022 SUV and other amazing prizes, while supporting AutismBC!

Tickets selling at 1 for $20 or 3 Ticket Pack at $50!

Applewood Auto Group has stepped up once again this year as the raffle presenter with a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 7 passenger AWD SUV as the grand prize to one lucky winner.

Other prizes in the raffle include a Thunder 20-inch E-Bike donated by Richmond E-Bike, and a Nintendo Switch game unit courtesy of London Drugs.

About AutismBC

Today in British Columbia, 1 in 40 children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and there are approximately 60,000 children, youth, and adults on the spectrum. AutismBC has been supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social clubs, and one-on-one support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism. Last year we saw our greatest number of requests for services.

“Close to 7,000 people in the autism community depended on AutismBC last year for support,” says Julia Boyle, Executive Director of AutismBC. “This raffle raises the essential funds we need to continue to run our programs for children, adults, families and professionals throughout the province. We are so grateful to sponsors, prize donors, and to everyone who purchases a ticket. We couldn’t deliver our services without this support.”

Buy your tickets today and support the autism community in BC.

CHANCES ARE BETTER THAN 1 IN 7,250 TO WIN!

AutismBC empowers, supports and connects the autism community in BC.

“My family has benefitted from the many resources from AutismBC.,” said a mom in an AutismBC parent survey. “In the world that my children live where compassion and understanding are not always present, I know that being a member of AutismBC has helped give my family many opportunities that I would not have known about.”

This raffle is a critical component of AutismBC’s fundraising efforts for the year as we begin our COVID-19 recovery transition.

Please help AutismBC continue to change the lives of so many.  Buy your tickets today!

Get your tickets online,
by Phone at 604-434-0880 ext 101
or 1-888-437-0880 ext 101

Deadline is midnight September 30^th.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

VANCOUVER, BC, September 16, 2021 — Tickets for the 4^th Annual AutismBC Raffle are selling fast and now is the time to get your ticket!

Chances are better than 1 in 7,250 to WIN!
Tickets start at $20 with some bundles selling out soon!

The provincial charity’s annual fundraiser raises important funds for programs and services that support autistic children and adults, families, and professionals across the province.

Purchase a ticket and enter to win a brand-new 2022 SUV or other amazing prizes, while supporting AutismBC!

Ticket prices:

• 1 for $20.00 (75% sold!)
• 3 for $50.00
• 10 for $100.00 (90% sold!)

Applewood Auto Group has stepped up once again this year as the raffle presenter with a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 7 passenger AWD SUV as the grand prize to one lucky winner.

Other prizes in the raffle include a Thunder 20-inch E-Bike donated by Richmond E-Bike, and a Nintendo Switch game unit courtesy of London Drugs.

About AutismBC

Today in British Columbia, 1 in 40 children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and there are approximately 60,000 children, youth, and adults on the spectrum. AutismBC has been supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social clubs, and one-on-one support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism. Last year we saw our greatest number of requests for services.

“Close to 7,000 people in the autism community depended on AutismBC last year for support,” says Julia Boyle, Executive Director of AutismBC. “This raffle raises the essential funds we need to continue to run our programs for children, adults, families and professionals throughout the province. We are so grateful to sponsors, prize donors, and to everyone who purchases a ticket. We couldn’t deliver our services without this support.”

Buy your tickets today and support the autism community in BC.

CHANCES ARE BETTER THAN 1 IN 7,250 TO WIN!

AutismBC empowers, supports and connects the autism community in BC.

“My family has benefitted from the many resources from AutismBC.,” said a mom in an AutismBC parent survey. “In the world that my children live where compassion and understanding are not always present, I know that being a member of AutismBC has helped give my family many opportunities that I would not have known about.”

This raffle is a critical component of AutismBC’s fundraising efforts for the year as we begin our COVID-19 recovery transition.

Please help AutismBC continue to change the lives of so many. 
Buy your tickets today!

Get your tickets online,
by Phone at 604-434-0880 ext 101
or 1-888-437-0880 ext 101

Deadline is midnight September 30^th.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

VANCOUVER, BC, August 25, 2021 — The Early Bird Deadline is TOMORROW! Buy NOW for your chance to win an iPad and other amazing prizes and support the autism community!

You have the chance to drive home a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 7 Passenger AWD SUV and when you buy before midnight on Thursday August 26, you could also win a 10.2 inch 32GB iPad! All early bird tickets will be re-entered into the final draw — even if you win!

Our Grand Prize, a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 7 passenger AWD SUV, is valued at $34,468.00 courtesy of long time sponsor Applewood Auto Group. Other sensational prizes include our second prize of a Thunder 20″x3.0″ City Step-through E-bike valued at $1,999.99 generously donated by Richmond E-Bike. The third prize winner will enjoy a Nintendo Switch Gaming Console, sponsored by London Drugs.

50/50 Tickets are going fast with the current jackpot already over $15,000! With limited number of tickets, be sure to act NOW.

VANCOUVER, BC, August 20, 2021 — The 4^th Annual AutismBC Raffle gives British Columbians a chance to purchase tickets to win a brand-new 2022 SUV with proceeds supporting AutismBC. The provincial charity’s annual fundraiser raises important funds for programs and services that support autistic children and adults, families, and professionals across the province.

“My family has benefitted from the many resources from AutismBC.,” said a mom in an AutismBC parent survey. “In the world that my children live where compassion and understanding are not always present, I know that being a member of AutismBC has helped give my family many opportunities that I would not have known about.”

Applewood Auto Group has stepped up once again this year as the raffle presenter with a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 7 passenger AWD SUV as the grand prize to one lucky winner. Other prizes in the raffle include a Thunder 20-inch E-Bike donated by Richmond E-Bikes, a Nintendo Switch game unit courtesy of London Drugs, plus an early bird prize of an iPad. There will also be a 50/50 draw for a cash prize. Other sponsors supporting the raffle include Vancouver’s Pawlik Automotive, Orbital Learning, and Prospera Credit Union, as well as Quality Foods of Vancouver Island.

AutismBC says the raffle is a critical component of their fundraising for the year as they begin their COVID-19 recovery transition.

 “Close to 7,000 people in the autism community depended on AutismBC last year for support,” says Julia Boyle, Executive Director of AutismBC. “This raffle raises the essential funds we need to continue to run our programs for children, adults, families and professionals throughout the province. We are so grateful to sponsors, prize donors, and to everyone who purchases a ticket. We couldn’t deliver our services without their support.”

According to AutismBC, today in British Columbia, 1 in 40 children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and there are approximately 60,000 children, youth, and adults on the spectrum. AutismBC has been supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social clubs, and one-on-one support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism. Last year they saw their greatest number of requests for services.

Tickets for the 2021 AutismBC Raffle presented by Applewood Auto Group start at $10 for the 50/50 and at $20 for the main raffle. Bundle savings are available. Deadline is midnight September 30^th.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.

VANCOUVER, BC, July 27, 2021 — The 4^th Annual AutismBC Raffle gives British Columbians a chance to purchase tickets to win a brand-new 2022 SUV with proceeds supporting AutismBC. The provincial charity’s annual fundraiser raises important funds for programs and services that support autistic children and adults, families, and professionals across the province.

“My family has benefitted from the many resources from AutismBC.,” said a mom in an AutismBC parent survey. “In the world that my children live where compassion and understanding are not always present, I know that being a member of AutismBC has helped give my family many opportunities that I would not have known about.”

Applewood Auto Group has stepped up once again this year as the raffle presenter with a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 7 passenger AWD SUV as the grand prize to one lucky winner. Other prizes in the raffle include a Thunder 20-inch E-Bike donated by Richmond E-Bikes, a Nintendo Switch game unit courtesy of London Drugs, plus an early bird prize of an iPad. There will also be a 50/50 draw for a cash prize. Other sponsors supporting the raffle include Vancouver’s Pawlik Automotive, Orbital Learning, and Prospera Credit Union, as well as Quality Foods of Vancouver Island.

AutismBC says the raffle is a critical component of their fundraising for the year as they begin their COVID-19 recovery transition.

 “Close to 7,000 people in the autism community depended on AutismBC last year for support,” says Julia Boyle, Executive Director of AutismBC. “This raffle raises the essential funds we need to continue to run our programs for children, adults, families and professionals throughout the province. We are so grateful to sponsors, prize donors, and to everyone who purchases a ticket. We couldn’t deliver our services without their support.”

According to AutismBC, today in British Columbia, 1 in 40 children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and there are approximately 60,000 children, youth, and adults on the spectrum. AutismBC has been supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families since 1975 with information, workshops, social clubs, and one-on-one support from regional resource teams with lived experience in autism. Last year they saw their greatest number of requests for services.

Tickets for the 2021 AutismBC Raffle presented by Applewood Auto Group start at $10 for the 50/50 and at $20 for the main raffle. Bundle savings are available. Deadline is midnight September 30^th.  You must be 19 years and over, and in BC to enter and win.