Have you heard the news?
The Autism Aspergers Friendship Society (AAFS) and Kids Up Front Calgary are the official charities for Alberta Beer Festivals (ABF) and all of them are combining efforts to raise funds for these deserving organizations! You can purchase a 50/50 ticket that will directly benefit these two worthwhile organizations and maybe even your bank account!
Try your luck today and purchase your tickets here.
A little about AAFS
AAFS provides respite care in a social and recreational environment for children, youth and adults on the autism spectrum. This includes, but is not limited to, Autism, Aspergers, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Non-Verbal Learning Disorder.
AAFS is both dreamt-up and made reality by the youth themselves. We envision and facilitate the implementation of programming where our youth can choose their own adventures and have a hand in every intricate detail of each activity regardless of how difficult it is to conceptualize or organize. We work with them, for them.
We believe it is incredibly important for youth on the autism spectrum to be provided a welcoming space to learn social thinking and take social risks. Interpersonal, relationship, and communication skills are a priority for all people no matter where they began in life. It is paramount that all children are given the opportunity to practice and develop these skills in a safe environment. It is vital to connect our youth with other members of their community to not only share experiences but strengthen them as individuals and as a population. Our youth have so much to share with the disability community, and world at large, if we will simply take the time to listen.
A little about Kids Up Front
Kids Up Front Calgary provides experiences to deserving children and youth in the Calgary area. We believe that all kids should have access to enriching experiences like arts, culture, and sporting events. Attendance at events like these helps to foster feelings of inclusion and belonging in the children we help. Kids Up Front reaches children in need through our innovative program by distributing tickets, classes, and passes to more than 300 partner agencies in the Calgary area.
Kids Up Front started as a grassroots charity initiative in Calgary in 2000 when local businessman, John Dalziel, wondered how unused tickets at the Saddledome could be put to use. Since 2000, Kids Up Front has given local kids and families more than 450,000 event tickets – from hockey and football games to concerts and plays – valued at over $15 million.
A little about Alberta Beer Festivals
Alberta Beer Festival’s Mission is to provide the ultimate beer & spirit experience! Each of our events provides a forum for breweries and distilleries to share their stories, passions, and products with the beer enthusiasts of Western Canada. ABF strives to have a positive impact in the beer/spirit industry, with local charities, and within our community. Plan to visit the Beer Fest in your region or take a road trip and catch them all!
Calgary International Beerfest May 6 & 7, 2022
Edmonton Craft Beer Festival June 3 & 4, 2022
