The Lucky Seven Motorcycle Club announces its third annual Ride for Autism raised over $13,000 for the Center for Autism, a nonprofit autism treatment and evaluation center in Philadelphia. The event was held on Saturday, April 25 and over 300 hundred motorcycles traveled from Wissahickon High School in Ambler to McFadden’s at Citizens Bank Park.

“The Ride for Autism was a tremendous success, and we were able to raise more for the Center for Autism than ever before,” said Steve Love, president of the Ambler-based Lucky Seven Motorcycle Club. “It’s important that we call attention to an organization helping children and families impacted by autism. Additionally, by honoring a person with the disorder, we can bring a face to what the Ride is all about.”

Brian Propp, former Philadelphia Flyer, presented Alex Engheta, a 19-year-old autistic resident of Berwyn, with the Ride for Autism Award. Engheta received the award for his accomplishments as a member of the Fearless Flyers Special Hockey Team.

About The Center for Autism
The Center for Autism was founded in 1955 by renowned child psychiatrist Bertram A. Ruttenberg, M.D., and is the oldest specialized autism center in the nation. Operating as a nonprofit clinic, the Center offers comprehensive evaluation and intensive treatment to individuals with autism and their families. The organization also provides consultation to school districts, counties and rehabilitation centers throughout the Delaware Valley. For more information, please visit www.thecenterforautism.org.  

About The Lucky Seven Motorcycle Club
Established in 2004 by active and former volunteer firefighters in Ambler, Pa., The Lucky Seven Motorcycle Club (L7MC) is incorporated as a non-profit organization. The club shares a passion for the sport of motorcycling and participates in numerous charity events throughout the year. The L7MC continues to enjoy the freedom of the road and raise money for families with disabled and chronically ill children. For more information, please visit www.luckysevenmc.com.