Davie, FL (April 4, 2024) – Sweet Aloha Ice Cream, recently ranked #19 Ice Cream Shop in the US by Yelp.com (2023), is teaming up with the Dan Marino Foundation for a sweet and meaningful event in honor of Autism Awareness Month. The “Celebrity Scooper Night” for autism awareness will be held on Monday, April 29th, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Sweet Aloha Ice Cream shop in Davie, FL.
Celebrity Scooper Night for Autism Awareness
The evening will be a delightful celebration of community and giving back. Sweet Aloha Ice Cream will be staffed by special celebrity scoopers – inspiring volunteers who have made a positive impact on the lives of adults with autism. A portion of proceeds from the event will be donated directly to the Dan Marino Foundation, a local organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families living with autism across South Florida.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Dan Marino Foundation for such a worthy cause,” says Jimmy Anderson, brand owner for Sweet Aloha Ice Cream. “Autism Awareness Month is a time to celebrate inclusivity and the incredible contributions people with autism make to our community. This event allows us to do just that, while also offering our guests a fun and delicious experience.”
Sweet Aloha Scoops Up Aloha and Shave Ice Fun
Sweet Aloha Ice Cream isn’t just about serving up delicious treats; they’re also passionate about sharing the spirit of aloha. In addition to their premium quality homemade ice cream, guests at the Celebrity Scooper Night can enjoy authentic Hawaiian shave ice. Unlike snow cones made with crushed ice, Hawaiian shave ice is a textural sensation. A large block of ice is expertly shaved into a light, fluffy snow with a fine, delicate texture that melts in your mouth, leaving a refreshingly cool sensation.
Join the Sweet Celebration
Mark your calendars for Monday, April 29th and head to Sweet Aloha Ice Cream for a night of fun, community, and supporting a great cause. Enjoy scoops of happiness served by special celebrity volunteers, all while helping raise critical funds for the Dan Marino Foundation.
About the Dan Marino Foundation
Founded by Miami Dolphins Dan Marino and his wife Claire after their son, Michael was diagnosed with autism in 1992, the Dan Marino Foundation has a long and distinguished history of life-changing programs and services with the mission to “empower individuals with autism.” Today, 1 in 36 children is diagnosed with autism in the United States. To ensure support is given to those who need it, ninety-four cents of every dollar donated to the Foundation goes toward programs and other initiatives which have included:
- Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Outpatient Center
- Marino Autism Research Institute
- Marino Adapted Aquatics
- Marino Campus accredited post-secondary schools
- Hub2Connect
- Local and nationwide autism organizations
Through grants awarded by Google, the NFL Foundation, and Magic Leap, the Dan Marino Foundation leads in offering technology solutions that address barriers to employment and independence encountered by individuals with autism. The Foundation is a Charity Navigator 4-star organization, GuideStar Gold Seal Charity, and Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity.
About Sweet Aloha Ice Cream
Sweet Aloha Ice Cream, ranked #2 Ice Cream shop in Florida by Yelp.com (2022), is a family-owned business with a big mission: to spread aloha through delicious treats and connect the community. They create “onolicious” (delicious in Hawaiian) experiences with high-quality ingredients, unique ice cream flavors, and authentic Hawaiian shave ice. Sweet Aloha is proud to partner with the Dan Marino Foundation and celebrate Autism Awareness Month with the South Florida community.
