Ante4Autism Raises $47K for Autism Speaks

January 30, 2014  by in Community / Charitable Support, Industry   

Autism Speaks is an autism science and advocacy organization dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.

Brian Iriye of the High Risk Pregnancy Center in Las Vegas was the evening's grand champion. Actor Miko Hughes took home second place, and co-host Karina Jett finished third.

"We appreciated all the support Sunday, including a record number of players, including over two dozen celebrities and professional poker players,” said Gary Blackney, Simmons.

The organization is still accepting donations online. 

“We were overwhelmed with the support this year and would like to thank everyone for coming out," said Phil Minor, Symbol Mattress.