Celebrating 50 Years of Transforming Lives

For half a century, Center for Spectrum Services has been a beacon of excellence in the Hudson Valley—providing evidence-based education, therapy, and support for children on the autism spectrum and their families.

To honor this remarkable journey and look toward the future, we're hosting Our 50th Year Celebratory Gala on April 25th at Wiltwyck Country Club. The evening promises elegance, community, and inspiration as we gather in support of our mission.

Festivities will include our customary Silent/Online Auction, and our ever-so-exciting Live Auction with auctioneer Bob Siracusano. A keystone to the evening will be the premiere showing of a new film chronicling 50 years of impact (see below). Join us as we celebrate our legacy, the strength of our community, and the bright future ahead—while raising vital support to ensure that innovative education and life-changing therapies remain within reach for generations to come.

A Premiere 50 Years in the Making
By joining us at the gala, you'll be among the first to experience the debut of a powerful new short film created especially for our 50th Anniversary Gala. This intimate portrait follows Xander, a bright and spirited 6-year-old student at Center for Spectrum Services, through a full day in his world—from breakfast at home to the classroom, therapies, moments of discovery, and back home again. A day with Center for Spectrum Services student Xander.

Along the way, you’ll hear from the people who make that journey possible: Xander’s mom, his teachers and specialists, our school’s founders, and others who have helped shape five decades of innovation, compassion, and impact. Together, their voices tell a larger story—of progress, possibility, and a community dedicated to changing lives, one child on the autism spectrum at a time.

Join us at the Gala and take your place in Center for Spectrum Services’ history as we celebrate this film’s premiere—and the next chapter of what we can achieve together.

Become a Sponsor!
Part of the evening's fundraising as an "Exclusive Sponsor."

Gala Cocktail Hour Sponsor – $2,000
Exclusive sponsorship of the opening reception as guests gather to kick off the evening.
Staff Sponsor – $1,500
Supports the staff who make our mission possible by helping reduce and/or cover the costs for them to be at the event.
50th Year Celebration Tee Shirt Sponsor – $2,500
Sponsorship of a limited-edition, student- and staff-designed commemorative tee, featuring your company’s logo as part of a year-long fundraiser.
Street Banner Sponsor – $1,000 (two locations available)
High-visibility banner placement at either Albany Avenue or the Kingston Waterfront in the week leading up to the Gala.

As an Exclusive Event Sponsor, you’ll play a meaningful role in this milestone evening while showcasing your business to a highly engaged audience. Sponsors receive prominent recognition across our event webpage, email broadcasts to more than 6,000 contacts, social media platforms, and media outreach.

For more information, Click Here for our Exclusive Sponsorship Form, or reach out to our Development Officer at 845-336-2616, ext. 165, or by emailing events@centerforspectrumservices.org.

With Gratitude to Our Amazing Sponsors

If your business, bank, or organization is interested in joining our growing list of Annual Sponsors, CLICK HERE!

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