It’s National Autism Awareness Month

April is recognized as National Autism Awareness Month, with April 2 named World Autism Awareness Day by the United Nations. This special day is observed to inform people about the global health crisis of autism, stress the importance of early diagnosis and early intervention, and celebrate the unique talents and qualities of individuals with autism.

While autism becomes top-of-mind for many of us in April, it is a daily reality for countless families who live with the often devastating emotional and financial implications of this disorder. Autism is increasingly prevalent and now affects 1 in every 110 American children.

One way you can make a difference in the life of someone with autism is by donating to Autism Speaks during the nine-week fundraising campaign in Toys“R”Us and Babies“R”Us stores and online. Funds raised will be used to support the organization’s efforts year-round. From increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders and funding research into the causes, prevention and treatments for autism, to advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families, Autism Speaks is dedicated to the fight against autism 365 days a year.

Commemorate National Autism Awareness Month and World Autism Awareness Day by visiting your local Toys“R”Us or Babies“R”Us store or Toysrus.com/AutismSpeaks to donate and support the work done each and every day by Autism Speaks to help solve the autism puzzle.