August 8, 2024 – With 1 in 36 children diagnosed with autism, please help Kelberman to promote awareness, acceptance and advocacy for autism within our communities! The Kelberman 2024 Pedal for Autism is an 8, 16 or 24-mile charity bike ride that will take place at Woods Valley Ski Area in Rome, New York on Sunday, September 8, 2024. The Kelberman Pedal for Autism, with lead sponsor Adirondack Bank, will be an enjoyable way to spend a morning riding to help raise funds for children, adults and their families who receive Kelberman services. Register as a solo rider or as a team of two or more. Are you new to riding? The 8-mile option is an easy ride for anyone who is not an experienced rider! Please visit kelberman.org/events to register. For more information, please contact Kelly Carinci, Chief Development & Communications Officer at Kelberman, at kelly.carinci@kelbermancenter.org .
“Thank you to Adirondack Bank for being the lead sponsor for our 2024 Pedal for Autism event,” commented Maria Cappoletti, Kelberman Chief Executive Officer. “We are so appreciative of your generosity and grateful that you have chosen to partner with Kelberman to support our community and children and adults with autism and their families.”
“Adirondack Bank is honored to be the lead sponsor for the Pedal for Autism event,” said Rocco F. Arcuri, Sr., President and CEO of Adirondack Bank. “Events like the charity bike ride work to have a significant and long-lasting impact on families in our communities. We are proud to work with Kelberman to help shine a light on autism acceptance.”
About Kelberman
Kelberman is an organization specializing in autism support and services throughout all stages of life. In 2005, Kelberman incorporated as a non-profit organization. Today, it supports over 1,000 children and adults, and employs over 300 full and part-time staff. Kelberman supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, fostering a sense of belonging within the community. Kelberman provides a variety of services centered on the person and their specific abilities and goals throughout life. Support and services include diagnostic evaluations, preschool and early education, behavioral health, counseling, home and community supports, an inclusive summer camp, and employment and residential housing options. Kelberman is also proud to provide educational and recreational opportunities to families and the community.
About Adirondack Bank
Adirondack Bank, headquartered in Utica, was established in 1898. We have grown to over 200 employees at 19 locations serving Central and Northern New York. Community involvement is a cornerstone at Adirondack Bank. We have a century-long history of serving the needs of others by contributing to causes in which we can make a positive difference in our communities. We contribute roughly 8% of our net income in the form of sponsorships and donations to a wide variety of events and organizations throughout the communities that we serve. In addition, our team of almost 200 dedicated professionals contribute thousands of hours each year by sitting on boards and committees, presenting to various groups about financial services, and volunteering and participating in local events. For more information visit www.adirondackbank.com
