$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement
The fundraiser says 56 families received support in 2025 as it expands inclusion efforts and a June rowing challenge across Canada.
- Making Waves for Autism has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since 2024 and launched the Challenge, encouraging participants to paddle 365 km throughout June.
- Kim Inglis founded the Fundraiser in memory of her cousin Tyler to support his son Ryder by funding the Community Assistance Program, which launched ahead of schedule in Canada in 2024.
- On Friday June 12, People can participate in the Challenge at Red Bird Brewing in Kelowna by rowing across six machines between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., while The Kelowna Paddle Centre hosts evening sessions.
- Demand for support has grown significantly, with the Community Assistance Program receiving 134 applications for $150,000 in funding for 2026, compared to 56 families served in Canada last year.
- Clubs that raise $2,500 or more receive the Literacy Program training, helping coaches and volunteers create inclusive environments for neurodivergent People in sports.
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$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement - Creston Valley Advance
A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough money that Autism Canada has been able to launch its Community Assistance Program ahead of schedu…
$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement - Fort St. James Caledonia Courier
A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough money that Autism Canada has been able to launch its Community Assistance Program ahead of schedu…
$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement - Grand Forks Gazette
A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough money that Autism Canada has been able to launch its Community Assistance Program ahead of schedu…
$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement - Vanderhoof Omineca Express
A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough money that Autism Canada has been able to launch its Community Assistance Program ahead of schedu…
$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement - Northern Sentinel
A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough money that Autism Canada has been able to launch its Community Assistance Program ahead of schedu…
Penticton Western News
$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement
A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough money that Autism Canada has been able to launch its Community Assistance Program ahead of schedu…
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