On Sunday, November 2, the AHRC Nassau community joined over 1,100 walkers for the 44th annual AHRC Foundation Walk, raising over $95,000 in support of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) on Long Island.
This year’s Walk comes at a critical time, as disability services face ongoing challenges from cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and other essential programs. Together, nearly 100 teams stepped forward to raise awareness and champion inclusion and opportunity for children and adults with IDD.
The Walk’s top fundraising team was Team Amanda 2025, led by Team Captain Karen Broderick Anci, who raised $13,205 in support of Amanda Broderick. Amanda’s family and friends walked in celebration of the wonderful year Amanda had and the importance of enhancing disability services now and in the future.
“Thank you all for being here,” Karen said from the podium. “As always, I’m joined by my fantastic family—all here to remind us that none of these girls, none of these people, nobody supported by this organization walks alone.”
After an energizing group stretch and exercise routine, walkers made their way to the starting line, where Team Amanda had the honor of cutting the ribbon and officially starting the walk.
Another standout was Team 189 representing staff, families, and friends, organizing at the Brookville mansion. Led by Team Co-Captains Seon Bailey and Chris O’Connor, Team 189 raised $6,050. Close behind was The Plainview Powerhouse team based out of the Plainview office, led by Team Captain Michelle Rudoff, raising $4,974.
Throughout the morning, the AHRC community came together to celebrate and enjoy fall activities, from healthy snacks to informative booths organized by self-advocates and community members sharing resources on self-advocacy, safe-driving, and support for siblings.
To every walker and the nearly 100 volunteers who made the day possible—thank you for joining us under the banner, “Moving ahead, leaving no one behind.” See you next year for another unforgettable walk!