PCDI is a nonprofit organization that serves both children and adults with autism. Proceeds from our gala’s auction directly help fund research and treatment programs for our students with autism. PCDI’s mission is to provide effective, science-based intervention for children and adults with autism and, through research and dissemination, to extend treatment resources to people with autism, both nationally and internationally. We are opening a fourth group home in May, which will serve five adults with autism – a community that is largely underserved and marginalized. More information about our Institute and the gala can be found here: www.pcdi.org.

Spring Sensations usually attracts about 300 guests from the tristate area. It begins with a cocktail hour and silent auction, includes a seated dinner and entertainment, and ends with a live auction and final paddle raise. This includes a DJ and a roving mentalist. Our team has been diligently working on this for the last year and it is by far our largest fundraiser. But success is only possible through the support of donors and community partners.