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  Autistic Self Advocacy Network · [email protected]
January 2, 2020 at 9:00 PM

ACI 2020 Applications Now Open!

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is now accepting applications for the 2020 Autism Campus Inclusion (ACI) Leadership Academy!   The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is now accepting applications for the 2020 Autism Campus Inclusion (ACI) Leadersh…
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December 31, 2019 at 3:00 PM

One last chance 🙂

[email protected] This is the LAST email you'll get asking you to support CMCA this year! CoMoGives ends at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. We hope you'll consider a small donation to provide HOP…
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December 30, 2019 at 3:30 PM

🎊 John, it’s not too late to take action in 2019! 🎊

  Dear John, As 2019 draws to a close, you’re probably thinking about what the new year holds — and so are we. At ASAN, we’ve been getting ready for 2020 since 2019 began, because the policy decisions that a…
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December 28, 2019 at 3:00 PM

💖 You make our work possible 💖

  Dear John,As a person who was diagnosed as autistic over thirty years ago prior to entering the foster care system, I have personally experienced the frustration of attempting to navigate numerous systems …
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December 27, 2019 at 5:34 PM

Donut forget to donate!

[email protected] I am proud of the work our agency does to support families across mid-Missouri. Using a WHOLE Family Approach, we help all members of a family build the skills and resilience necessary t…
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December 26, 2019 at 9:00 PM

⚖️Our rights are on the line — will you join the fight?⚖️

  Dear friends, As we approach the end of the holiday season, I am reflecting on our year in advocacy. All of you have done amazing work making calls, getting the word out on social media, and pushing your e…
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December 23, 2019 at 5:07 PM

Happy Holidays from CMCA - be sure to watch the video!

[email protected] I'm a new Text block ready for your content. Click to view video Wishing you and yours a very happy holiday season and new year!    - From Central Missouri Community Action  …
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December 23, 2019 at 2:00 AM

🦸🏽 Be a superhero for disability rights! 🦸🏼‍♂️

  Dear friends, The disability community needs heroes. Over the past few years, we’ve faced monumental threats, fighting against attacks on Medicaid and the ACA, abuse in institutions, and discriminatory imm…
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December 19, 2019 at 3:00 PM

📰 Good news to share! 📰

  Dear John,   We have good news to share: so far in 2019, we’ve received more donations than any year before!  Thanks to our donors, ASAN can continue to grow and flourish. With your support, we’ve been abl…
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December 18, 2019 at 9:00 PM

🗳️ Learn about voting and elections with ASAN's new Easy Read toolkit! 🗳️

We’re just starting to see the power of the disability vote. Thanks to civic engagement efforts for people with disabilities, the 2018 election had the largest disability turnout to date. This is great news for o…
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  Cheryl Unterschutz · [email protected]
December 16, 2019 at 3:00 PM

A gift for a stranger

"The first time I met Amy, she was struggling to find a way to get her son to medical appointments for a chronic condition. I’m so grateful for our supporters who enabled CMCA to help them!” – CMC…
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December 16, 2019 at 2:00 AM

🔊 Will you help more autistic adults be heard? 🔊

  Dear John,When I learned that I was autistic, I was overwhelmed. I felt lost and misunderstood. I was fixated on what I perceived as my ever-growing list of deficits, and that made it hard to see myself as…
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December 13, 2019 at 3:00 PM

🏠 Join the National Call-In Day for Permanent MFP Reauthorization! 🏠

More people with disabilities are living in our communities than ever before – but many people who want access to their communities remain trapped in institutions. Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federally f…
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December 10, 2019 at 3:00 PM

John, can we count on you?

  Dear John,   Happy holiday season from ASAN! We’re reaching out to thank you for being part of our community. During the course of this year, we’ve sent you updates about our events and campaigns, urgent a…
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December 8, 2019 at 9:00 PM

⏰ LAST WEEK to #GetCovered! ⏰

  There is less than a week left to get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act! Open Enrollment ends this Sunday, December 15th. While some of the exchanges have extensions, most do not, so it’s best to get coverage r…
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December 4, 2019 at 4:07 AM

🎉 We did it! 🎉

  Quick correction: If you were unable to see the video at the hyperlink below, you can see it at this link: https://youtu.be/zT0FPrHJMgg ---------------------------------- Congratulations! You made our #Ant…
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December 4, 2019 at 3:44 AM

🎉 We did it! 🎉

  Congratulations! You made our #AntiPhonathon a success. Thanks to your efforts, we reached our goal of $10,000 in donations. You showed that we don’t need phone calls to make a difference.   As promised, w…
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December 3, 2019 at 8:20 PM

🌡️ We’re halfway there — donate now to help us reach our goal! 🌡️

  Our #AntiPhonathon is going strong. Thanks to your generous donations, we’re already halfway to our #GivingTuesday goal of $10,000! Keep going -- you can help us reach our goal by donating, spreading the w…
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  Central Missouri Community Action · [email protected]
December 3, 2019 at 4:41 PM

Central Missouri Community Action is on a mission

byHi John,   Today is Giving Tuesday. This is a day when we reflect on all that we have and think about ways that we can give to others. Poverty can be overwhelming. Today, you can change…
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  Autistic Self Advocacy Network · [email protected]
December 3, 2019 at 3:00 PM

🦃 Help us reach our goal this #GivingTuesday! 🦃

  Dear friends,   Happy #GivingTuesday! After shopping on Cyber Monday and Black Friday, today is a day to give back to the organizations that you care about. Our work is only possible thanks to generous don…
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December 1, 2019 at 9:00 PM

FWD: 2 weeks left to #GetCovered!

  Have questions about how to get affordable health insurance during Open Enrollment? You’re not alone! With just 2 weeks left in the Open Enrollment period, many people are asking questions and learning more about how to get…
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  Central Missouri Community Action · [email protected]
November 27, 2019 at 8:32 PM

What are we thankful for?

     Happy Thanksgiving from Central Missouri Community Action! With Thanksgiving just a day away we wanted to take a moment to say we are thankful for YOU!    When an F-3 tornado hit Jefferson City leaving hundreds of families homele…
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  Autistic Self Advocacy Network · [email protected]
November 26, 2019 at 3:01 PM

📆 Our Giving Tuesday #AntiPhonathon is ONE WEEK away! 📆

  We’re just one week away from #GivingTuesday! Giving Tuesday is a great opportunity to donate to worthy causes, in the spirit of the holiday season. ASAN is proud to be a part of this annual tradition. This ye…
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November 25, 2019 at 7:00 PM

ASAN November Update

ASAN November Update Dear friends,This November, we know exactly what we’re thankful for — you! As we approach the end of 2019, we’ve been celebrating our commu…
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November 21, 2019 at 3:00 PM

🏠 Home is where the community-based services are – learn more with our new toolkit! 🏡

The Home and Community-Based Services Settings Rule, or HCBS Settings Rule, allows people with disabilities to access resources we need to live in the community. The Home and Community-Based Services Settings Rul…
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November 6, 2019 at 4:00 PM

Last Chance to Buy Tickets to ASAN's Gala!

TODAY is the last day to buy tickets to ASAN's Gala! 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashington, DC xxxxxx T…
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  Cheryl Unterschutz · [email protected]
November 5, 2019 at 3:00 PM

A conference focused on food insecurity in Missouri!

Central Missouri Community Action is proud to sponsor Building Blocks for Missouri's Success, Empower Missouri's 2019 annual conference. The conference, which is focused around food insecurity in Missouri, will …
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  Autistic Self Advocacy Network · [email protected]
November 2, 2019 at 8:00 PM

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network’s Annual Gala is almost here!

There are just THREE DAYS left to buy tickets to ASAN's Gala! 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashington, DC…
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November 1, 2019 at 8:00 PM

⏰ It’s time to get health insurance ⏰

  Open Enrollment has begun! Open Enrollment is the time every year when people can apply for insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) at www.healthcare.gov. If you do not have health insurance through your job, and ca…
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October 30, 2019 at 2:00 PM

FWD: 📱 TODAY is the TCEA day of action! ☎️

TODAY is our TCEA call-in day!     TODAY is our TCEA call-in day!  We’re working to pass the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act, which would end subminimum wage and increase community employment supports for people with disabilities. Chec…
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October 29, 2019 at 3:00 PM

One Week to Buy Tickets to ASAN's Gala!

There is just one week to buy tickets to ASAN's Gala! 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashington, DC xxxxxx …
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October 24, 2019 at 3:00 PM

🔦 Integrated employment is in the spotlight NEXT WEEK! 🔦

This summer, you put in the work to pass the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act.     This summer, you've been working to pass the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act. Thanks to your advocacy, we’ve seen new cosponsors signing on…
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October 23, 2019 at 8:00 PM

ASAN Opposes the RESPONSE Act

ASAN condemns the introduction of the RESPONSE Act in the Senate.     ASAN condemns the introduction of the RESPONSE Act in the Senate. While this bill frames itself as an attempt to prevent gun violence, in reality, this legislation does not add…
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October 22, 2019 at 8:00 PM

Announcing John Marble! Purchase your Gala tickets today!

We’re happy to announce John Marble will be our Master of Ceremonies. 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashin…
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October 17, 2019 at 8:00 PM

🍂 ASAN Autumn Update 🍂

Read on to learn about what we've been working on. ASAN Autumn Update Dear friends, It’s officially autumn, and this season, it’s not just the leaves that are ch…
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October 16, 2019 at 4:28 PM

Women Who Own It Tickets are selling out fast! Get yours now!

[email protected] Tarah Toellner Audrain County Lara PieperBoone County Keli Tate Callaway County  Tijuana Jenkins Cole County …
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October 15, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Announcing Connie Choi! Purchase your Gala tickets today!

We’re happy to announce Connie Choi will be receiving our Ally of the Year Award 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Stre…
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October 8, 2019 at 8:00 PM

Announcing Sara Luterman! Purchase your Gala tickets today!

We’re happy to announce that Sara Luterman will recieve 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashington, DC xxxxx…
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October 3, 2019 at 8:01 PM

Announcing Dora Raymaker! Purchase your Gala tickets today!

We’re happy to announce Alice Wong as our keynote speaker this year! 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashing…
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September 24, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Announcing Alice Wong, our keynote speaker! Purchase your Gala tickets today!

We’re happy to announce Alice Wong as our keynote speaker this year! 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th Street NWWashing…
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  Cheryl Unterschutz · [email protected]
September 20, 2019 at 2:07 PM

John, what are you doing this Wednesday?

 Every baby and their mom deserves a good start in life. If you agree, please join us on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 5:30-8:30 PM at the Silverball Arcade and Bar as we celebrate CMCA's Women and Infant's Relief Fund (WIRF). 100% of your ticket pur…
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  Autistic Self Advocacy Network · [email protected]
September 17, 2019 at 3:00 PM

🎉 ASAN's 2019 Annual Gala is coming up! 🎉

Join us for a special celebration and fundraising event on Wednesday, November 13. 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th St…
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September 10, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Don't Forget to Buy Tickets! ASAN's 2019 Annual Gala is coming up!

Join us for a special celebration and fundraising event on Wednesday, November 13. 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th St…
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  Cheryl Unterschutz · [email protected]
September 9, 2019 at 10:30 PM

John, playing games can help babies!

Dear John ,   Every baby and their mom deserves a good start in life. If you agree, please join us on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 5:30-8:30 PM at the Silverball Arcade and Bar as we celebrate CMCA's Women and Infant's Relief Fund (WIRF). 100% of you…
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September 3, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Save the Date! ASAN's 2019 Annual Gala is coming up!

Join us for a special celebration and fundraising event on Wednesday, November 13. 2019 ASAN Annual Gala Wednesday November 13, 20196:00 pm to 9:00 pm Washington Marriott at Metro Center775 12th St…
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August 31, 2019 at 2:00 PM

ASAN August Update

☀️ Here's what we've been working on this month! ASAN August Update Dear friends,For many people, August is the last month of summer vacation - the perfect time …
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August 30, 2019 at 8:00 PM

Thank you for your action on TCEA!

    When we started TCEA Tuesdays in July, we were up against a massive lobby in favor of sheltered workshops and subminimum wage for people with disabilities. We needed all hands on deck, and the community showed up. Since then, your calls, …
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August 26, 2019 at 6:30 PM

☎️ Join us TOMORROW for our final call-in for integrated employment! ☎️

    Thanks to you, your elected officials have been getting the message for months: it’s time to leave subminimum wage behind and pass the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act. Through 6 TCEA Tuesdays, August recess meetings, and coun…
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August 14, 2019 at 8:00 PM

ASAN Condemns Finalization of “Public Charge” Rule

ASAN condemns the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) finalization of the “Public Charge” rule, which discriminates against immigrants who need public benefits to survive. Under this new rule, any immigrants…
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August 13, 2019 at 2:00 PM

How are YOU taking action this TCEA Tuesday? ✊

We need to continue pushing our elected officials to support integrated employment for all people with disabilities.     When she was young, Laura worked in a sheltered workshop. She was paid eight cents an hour doing contract work. Nicki face…
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