Welcome
Here you will find helpful information on Autism and the Foundation devoted to service and support in the Golden Isles. To start, we recommend reading our About Us section to get a better idea of what we do.
Upcoming Events
Family Night Thursday, March 1, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. C.I.A. Sports Club Dinner will be provided and childcare is available for siblings.Please RSVP to (912) 638-7100 or clupi@thetriumphfoundation.com so we can plan accordingly. It's sure to be a great evening, we hope to see you there! Mini-Golf with Frederica Academy Saturday, March 3, 11:00 a.m. Mini-Golf Course in Neptune Park on St. Simons Island The Frederica Academy golfers will join our families for a fun game of mini-golf! The Triumph Foundation will provide one round of mini-golf (for kids only). If you'd like, you can make a $1 donation towards your game, but there is no required fee to play! We will also have snacks and drinks for all to enjoy. Please RSVP to (912) 638-7100 or clupi@thetriumphfoundation.com. The Summit - A One Day Training Event (see Event Flyer) Topic: Individuals with disabilities in your organization, equipping your leadership team to handle their specific needs. Saturday, March 17, 2012, 9:00am - 1:00pm First Baptist Church, Brunswick, GA Cost: Free (including lunch) Please email bryan@thegp.org by March 9 to register for the event. Questions: Email bryan@thegp.org or call (912) 264-3474, or email clupi@thetriumphfoundation.com or call (912) 638-7100 |  |
| Special Guest - Nella Uitvlugt is Executive Director of Friendship Ministries. She has a degree in special education, is immediate past president of the Religion & Spirituality Division of the AAIDD, and serves on the leadership team of the NCCC Committee on Disabilities. In 2009 Nella was presented with the Christian Service Award from Bethesda Lutheran Communities in recognition of her work. Nella does extensive consulting with congregations throughout North America, helping them to nurture the spiritual gifts of people with intellectual disabilities.
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7th Annual "A Walk in the Park for Autism"
Saturday, April 28, 2012
From Mallery to Neptune Park on St. Simons Island
Currently seek volunteers for committees and planning. Please call (912) 638-7100 or email clupi@thetriumphfoundation.com if interested.
End-Of-The-Year Campaign 2011
Dear Triumph Foundation Friends,
Thank You for another year of loyalty and continued support! Your contributions and encouragement have made it possible for us to lend a helping hand to local families touched by autism. Each year, more than 36,000 babies are born in the United States with an Autism Spectrum Disorder!
Baby Justin was only 12 months old when his parents began having concerns: “Why isn’t he playing with his toys like the other babies… why is he not sleeping and eating like his brothers… shouldn’t he be making more baby sounds?” By 15 months, there were more concerns: “Why isn’t he saying Mama and Dada… why won’t he look at us when we call his name?” By the age of 24 months, the shocking and heartbreaking news came…“Mr. and Mrs. Greene, your son has Pervasive Developmental Disorder, a form of Autism,” the doctor said, in a very matter-of-fact tone. “What do we do now… what kind of future will my child have… will he live a normal life?” the Greene’s asked, frantically. The doctor simply replied, “I don’t know, every child is different”.
For parents, the diagnosis of autism is terrifying. There are so many questions but very few answers. The Triumph Foundation helps provide greatly needed support, advocacy and education to families through programs such as Support Groups, Workshops and Camps. During this Holiday Season, we earnestly request for you to consider The Triumph Foundation in your end of year giving. Every donation helps change the life of a local child with autism. You can make a difference!
You can contribute by clicking on the Donate button below, sending a check to P.O. Box 21112, St. Simons Island, Georgia, 31522 or calling (912) 638-7100.
Thank you for your steadfast support,
Cynthia S. Lupi, Board of Director
Marsh photo by Chris Moncus at chrismoncusphoto.com
Last update: Thursday, February 23, 2012
