Mangano Teams Up With Mansion Ride For Autism This Sunday

Autism Cycling Event Celebrates its 10th Anniversary with June 12th Ride

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has teamed up with Mansion Ride for Autism to make a difference in the lives of children and families battling Autism. On Sunday, June 12th the Annual Mansion Ride for Autism Cycling Event will celebrate its 10th Anniversary. The all-volunteer Mansion Ride began in 2002, and serves as a platform to unite hundreds of bicyclists.

“Collectively, we have raised over $475,000 through autism awareness efforts,” said County Executive Mangano.“Every dollar of the funds raised is donated to support the education of children with autism. The Mansion Ride explores waterfront mansions on Nassau County’s Gold Coast, which serves as well-stocked and perfectly spaced rest areas.”

The Mansion Ride hosts more than 1,000 cyclists and has mileage options for all levels including 16, 35 and 62 mile routes. Each route visits famous Long Island mansions which have been converted into museums. A total of six Nassau County treasures serve as well-stocked rest areas and include Old Westbury Gardens, Sands Point Preserve and the Long Island Science Museum.

The staging ground where riders register, take-off and return is at the North Shore Synagogue, located at 83 Muttontown/ Eastwoods Road in Syosset, NY. Over 100 volunteers and local companies participate to give away food and drinks that fuel the efforts to raise autism awareness and much needed funds for Long Island 501c3 charity Ascent: A School for Individuals with Autism.

Named by Bicycling Magazine amongst the nation’s “Top 35 Largest and Most Interesting Charity Rides,” the Mansion Ride was founded in 2002 by multiple award winning Off-Broadway actress and author Elaine Del Valle. With the help of fellow Long Islander, retired businesswoman and co-chair, Linda Finkel, the Mansion Ride for Autism has raised over $475,000 to date.

Parking is free at Syosset LIRR Station, pedals away from start and end location. Check-in begins at 7:00 a.m. Departure time for the 62 mile route begins at 7:45 a.m., 8:00 a.m. for the 35 mile route and 8:15 a.m. for the 16 mile route. Early on-line registration is $55 per rider. The ride will be capped at 1,500 riders.

The CDC reports Autism Spectrum Disorders effect 1 in 110 children in the United States. More children will be diagnosed with Autism this year than with AIDS, Diabetes and Cancer combined. Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases.

For more information and to register, please visit http://www.MansionRide.com.