Autism Awareness BBQ 2026

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AIM Autism and Fonda Speedway raise $87,484 for Crossroads!

The Friesens have been running this high-level fundraiser and recruiting a huge following from the racing community for at least 7 years. This year's raise of $87,484 is staggering. 
 
Jessica Friesen and Stewart Friesen — you are fully amazing. This is absolutely mind-blowing.
You ignited something beautiful and special all those years ago, something that has grown into a huge firestorm of generosity and support. There are no sufficient words for the gratitude we have for the two of you and all of your efforts and kindness to help the children and families of Crossroads Center for Children. Over the past 7 years, this event has allowed Crossroads to move forward in ways only dreamed of.
To every single person that contributed in every single way, you all are incredibly generous humans. We are so deeply blessed and grateful. And you’ve built an army. An army that has embraced Crossroads and strengthened ties. We cherish your army! Superstar @Ivan Joslin and everyone with AIM Autism, Inc. @Charlie Bartlett and all the top-notch crew of Bartlett’s BBQ. The fabulous teachers and others from @Canajoharie schools. The superstars of Rockwood Band. The marvelous contributions from Kelly’s Meat Market. All the kind folks who devoted items and time to making the day so profitable. Volunteers who were covered with chicken or bubbles, or both. All with sweat.
Chris and Colleen Larsen, your gift on top of the day is absolutely stunning and we are deeply touched by your generosity. The sweetness of the surprise of, coupled with the size of your gift is sublime.
Everyone who came and ate, bought raffle tickets, popped balloons, and bought shirts.
Altogether, this day exceeded our hopes, and we are thrilled to be able to plan for the 26-27 school year with confidence. Thank you to everyone; you are our heroes.

Saturday, July 25, 1-4

Fonda Speedway in the Entertainment Building

This event is a blast every year, and we are grateful to Jess and Stewart Friesen, AIM Autism, One Zee Tees, Rockwood, Bartlett’s and Fonda Speedway for the amazing support for several years in a row. 

Join us for amazing Bartlett’s BBQ chicken, dunk Fonda Speedway drivers in the dunk tank, live music from Rockwood Band and more!
 
𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰, 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲, 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗸 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗸 & 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 
▪️Raffle items are needed and greatly appreciated.
 
The event itself is free to attend! Chicken bbq tickets can be purchased online or at the One Zee Tees Merchandise Trailer, the Stewart Friesen / Jessica Friesen pits and the Ivan Joslin Racing pit.
 
All proceeds to benefit Crossroads Center for Children
𝗔𝗜𝗠 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗠 INC is a 501c3 charity.

 

We’re especially excited to invite you to join us! If you can’t attend, please share the event with others!

Crossroads is so very thankful to AIM Autism, Jessica and Stewart Friesen, Ivan Joslin, Fonda Speedway, Bartlett’s BBQ,, Kelly’s Meat Market, and everyone involved. 

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