DALLAS — During its annual fundraising event, the Give A Little Campaign, ACE Cash Express (ACE), a Populus Financial Group, Inc. brand, raised over $26,000 for Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks is an organization dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. To date, Autism Speaks has aided over 28.5 million people through services and support.
Last year, ACE sponsored an Autism Speaks pickleball event at Chicken N Pickle in San Antonio. During the event, ACE employees distributed sensory toys to children in the community. It was a fun-filled day for individuals of all ages to participate in a wide range of activities tailored to meet the various needs of individuals on the autism spectrum.
“We are incredibly grateful to ACE Cash Express for raising more than $26,000 through its annual Give a Little Campaign,” said Christie Godowski, Vice President of Community Engagement at Autism Speaks. “The generosity of ACE Cash Express employees and customers truly make a difference. Their support helps Autism Speaks continue our commitment to supporting autistic individuals and their families throughout their lives.”
Autism Speaks continues to advocate for advances in care for autistic individuals and their families, and ninety cents of every dollar funds research, advocacy, programs, and services.
“We are proud to contribute to Autism Speaks through our Give A Little Campaign,” said Sally Aiello, Vice President of Government Relations at Populus. “Their dedication to promoting better solutions for autistic individuals and their families ultimately helps build a more understanding and supportive society for everyone.”
Nationally, the 2025 Give A Little Campaign raised more than $179,000 for charities across the country, including AdoptAClassroom.org, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, Autism Speaks, and Feed My Starving Children. This fundraiser is part of the ACE Community Fund, ACE’s charitable-giving program, which has donated more than $21 million since its inception in 2004 to organizations in communities where ACE operates.