The Matthew Reardon Center for Autism (MRCA) is pleased to announce Ms. Susan Lindsey as the winner of the 2024 Marie McGaughey Childhood Philanthropy Award. The award will be presented at the 7^th annual Savannah Autism Conference at the Richmond Hill City Center on Thursday, February 22 at 9:00 am.

For over 20 years, Susan has dedicated her life to teaching and supporting children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Susan joined the staff at the Matthew Reardon Center for Autism in 2002. Since then, she has been a fixture at Advance Academy filling the halls with elaborately decorated bulletin boards and doors bringing joy and color to her students’ days. Parent Julia Morrison says, “Susan Lindsey is what you call first class! She is always at the school bright and early. She cares about the students and the school. She truly deserves this award!”

“Susan has been a fixture at MRCA since I began in 2014,” says MRCA CEO and President, Patti Victor. “She has played a crucial role in the education and development of numerous students with diverse learning needs, ensuring that each child in her classroom receives personalized support to reach their full potential. Susan is not just a teacher; she is a compassionate guide, mentor, and tireless advocate for the children in her care. I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this award.”

Established in 2000, the Matthew Reardon Center for Autism, a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation in Savannah, GA, provides autism-related advocacy and outreach across southeast Georgia and operates southeast Georgia’s only accredited, year-round day school for children with autism. To learn more about the Matthew Reardon Center for Autism, visit matthewreardon.org.