The Center Leases New Headquarters & Launches $3 million Captial campaign
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On January 8, 2008 the Center for Autism announced that it had received $1.4 million from the Philadelphia Health Care Trust. This contribution marked the start of a $3 million capital campaign that will support us in our relocation to 3905 Ford Road.
“As a pioneer in the industry, the Center has a great opportunity
to help a region affected by a critical lack of autism services,” said Jean Ruttenberg, executive director of the Center for Autism. “However, the limited capacity of our current building has prohibited us from significant growth in the past. The Philadelphia Health Care Trust’s investment has enabled us to lease a new facility, and with the community’s support we can advance our commitment to serving more individuals and families affected by autism.”
The Center has signed a 15-year lease, effective July 1, 2008, for 23,648 square feet of property space at 3905 Ford Road. Owned by List Associates, LP, the location is more than twice the size of the organization’s current building on 3965 Conshohocken Avenue. The Center for Autism is expected to move in the summer of 2008. 
The multi-year capital campaign will aim to raise $3 million in its initial phase. This primary funding goal totals the amount needed to fully relocate to the Ford Road property. In the near future, the Center intends to launch a second phase that will support its long-term plan to open multiple treatment facilities throughout the Philadelphia region. To learn more about the Campaign for Help and Hope, click here.
“The Philadelphia Health Care Trust recognizes the positive impact the Center for Autism has had on area families for over 50 years,” said Bernard Korman, chairman of the Philadelphia Health Care Trust’s board of directors. “Our enthusiasm stems from the greater contribution the Center can provide by expanding its services to reach a larger community. We welcome the opportunity to help the organization achieve its future goals.”
Headquarters construction is currently underway:
March 2008
May 2008
June 2008
