Last year I was part of a team running the Marine Corps marathon that rose over $8,300 for two magnificent organizations specializing with Autism;  The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) and Mission for Educating Children with Autism (MECA).  Both are not-for-profits and each makes a tremendous difference in the lives of many people.

Located in Arlington, VA, OAR is a nationally recognized organization that educates and combats Autism.  Personally knowing many of the senior staff, I can say unequivocally that they are sincere and determined folks.  OAR is the one autism organization that focuses solely on applied research.  Please know that one-half of your generous donations will do directly to this great institution.

Receiving the other half of the donations is MECA.  Located in Chester County, Pennsylvania this great organization works solely to provide life-skills to young adults so that they may have a productive life.  Often as autistic children become legal adults they are often placed in institutions.  MECA works to provide skills that these young people need to live and work in the community.  Like OAR, I also know these folks personally and can vouch for their passion and desire to help.

Once again we will be running the Marine Corps marathon in Washington DC on the last Sunday in October.  However, this year our goal is to raise $10,000 so please be sure to donate what you can to this great cause.  From $5 or hundreds of dollars, your donation will make a positive impact on your community.

Some creative ways to give include:

Click here to learn more http://www.firstgiving.com/runningwithscissors.

Lastly, don’t forget to send this link or blog entry link to all your friends and family.

Semper Fi,
GySgt Jonathan Jenkins

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