Temecula Winery Founder to Walk in Support of Autism

The following was submitted for publication on behalf of Autism Speaks:

Founder of the Spero Vineyards in Temecula, Mark Woodsmall and his wife Eva know about the obstacles and challenges of raising a child with autism and will walk in support of the autism community during the San Diego Walk Now for Autism Speaks on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at Liberty Station of Point Loma Ingram Plaza at 2640 Historic Decatur Road in San Diego at 8 a.m.

Their son, Andrew, 12, was diagnosed with autism at three-years-old. They also have a daughter, Sophia, 7.

Inspired to help others with autism, the Woodsmalls have participated in the Los Angeles and San Diego Autism Walks for a combined 11 years. Their team has raised over $133,000 for autism and Eva is a dedicated committee member for both LA and SD Autism Walks.

Powered by volunteers and families with loved ones on the autism spectrum, this fundraising effort generates vital funds for autism research and raises awareness about the increasing prevalence of autism, the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder, and the need for increased research funding to combat this complex disorder.