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Exciting News from Our Waterloo Clinic!
This summer, our Waterloo clinic is launching a pilot program to expand our Balanced Beginnings Preschool! This initiative will help us grow our impact and better support young learners and their families. We are currently accepting applications for Fall enrollment in Waterloo—don’t miss this opportunity to be part of our growing program!
In addition, our Balanced Beginnings Preschoolprograms in Clive and the Quad Cities are also actively enrolling. If you or someone you know is looking for a high-quality, supportive preschool environment tailored to children with autism, we’d love to hear from you!
To learn more or apply, visithttps://www.balanceautism.org/applyor contact your local clinic.
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We’re still jumping for joy after our wildly successful community event!
We welcomed 112 guests and connected with 13 new families as jumpers bounced across wall-to-wall trampolines, balanced on beams, crawled through obstacles, climbed rock walls, and leaped into foam pits.
Events like these are more than just fun—they’re powerful opportunities to build connections, foster inclusion, and create joyful memories for families in the autism community. Throughout the night, we heard heartfelt thank-yous from parents who were grateful for a chance to enjoy a playful, welcoming evening together.
We’re deeply thankful to Get Air – Urbandale and the Flutie Foundation for Autism for making this night possible. Your generosity and commitment to autism acceptance brought joy to so many.
We’re already looking forward to bringing the fun to Get Air – Waterloo this fall!
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Balance Autism Joins in Sponsoring Trek the Parks!
We’re excited to announce that Balance Autism is a proud sponsor of the8th Annual Trek the Parks Challenge—a fun-filled invitation for families to get outside, explore Central Iowa’s parks, and enjoy a season of adventure, connection, and prizes!
📅June 1
📍The Brenton Arboretum, Dallas Center
Kick off your summer with an afternoon of family fun and inclusive activities at this FREE community event. Here's what you can look forward to:
🎉 Featured Activities:
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FREE Sno Cone for every child, courtesy of Dille Delights – Traveling Tropical Sno
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Hands-on Nature Activity with The Brenton Arboretum team
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Creative Play with Muddy Boots– get ready to get messy!
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Splash Zone Fun with Goldfish Swim School
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Trek Sign-Up Station– Register for the 2025 Trek the Parks Challenge and check off your first park!
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Arcade Games + Prizes– Grab a $10 arcade card and meetBennyfromSpareTime Entertainment
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Sensory Play ZonebyBalance Autism– enjoy sensory spin chairs, bubbles, and tactile sensory tiles
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PBS Kids Zone– Snap photos and enjoy activities with your favorite cardboard cut-out characters
Curious about the challenge? Learn more at:
https://desmoinesparent.com/central-iowa-trek-the-parks-challenge/
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Join Balance Autism at:
First Strike
A One-of-a-Kind Charity Fundraiser Wrestling Event
That’s right —pro wrestling meets community impact in this unforgettable, FAMILY FRIENDLY night of entertainment, connection, and support for local nonprofits!
Balance Autism is proud to be one of 50+ nonprofit partners featured at this unique event designed to raise awareness and support for organizations serving our community.
“Most fundraisers are golf outings or fancy dinners — great causes, but not always accessible to the very people they’re meant to help. This is different. This is for the community — and it includes the community.”
-Nancy’s Place
What to Expect:
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Live professional wrestling in a high-energy, family-friendly environment
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A Community Resource Fair featuring 50+ local nonprofits — including Balance Autism!
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Opportunities to learn, connect, and make an impact before the first bell rings
Event Details:
 Location: Bowen Roundhouse Arena
 Date: June 7th, 2025
 Time: Doors Open at 5:30 PM | Bell Time: 7 PM
💙Support Balance Autism and Save on Tickets!
Use promo codeBalance25for20% off your ticket purchase
👉Buy Tickets Here
Promo Code: Balance25
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