Mar 25, 2025, Manila Times: Chuck E. Cheese Champions Inclusivity in World Autism Month and Beyond
IRVING, Texas, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chuck E. Cheese, the No. 1 global family entertainment fun center, will celebrate World Autism Month with sensory-friendly events, fundraisers and special film screenings as part of its ongoing commitment to inclusivity and support for the autism community.
Chuck E. Cheese will host its annual national Sensory Sensitive Sundays event at fun centers across the U.S. and Canada from 9-11 a.m. local time on Sunday, April 27, with 20% of sales from the day up to $30,000 going to Autism Speaks, the nonprofit organization dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan.
Launched in 2017, Chuck E. Cheese's monthly Sensory Sensitive Sundays have supported thousands of children and families on the spectrum at select locations by opening two hours early on the first Sunday of the month to provide an environment with dimmed lighting and lower volume so that kids with sensory sensitivities can enjoy all that Chuck E. Cheese has to offer.
Five years ago, Chuck E. Cheese launched an ongoing national initiative with Autism Speaks to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusiveness for autistic children while providing a safe, fun environment where families feel supported.
This year, Chuck E. Cheese is expanding its commitment to the autistic community through a new partnership with Shine Global, a nonprofit media company dedicated to improving children's lives through powerful stories that raise awareness, promote action and inspire change. Together, they will develop exclusive content that will be shared on screens at nearly 500 Chuck E. Cheese fun centers nationwide. Additionally, on Friday, April 18, 20% of all sales will be donated to Shine Global. To participate, guests must present a Shine Global fundraising voucher, available at ChuckECheese.com, at the checkout. . . .
"During World Autism Month and throughout the entire year, Chuck E. Cheese is dedicated to leading the family entertainment industry with our commitment to promote awareness among our guests and employees and through our partnership with Autism Speaks,” said CEC Entertainment President and CEO David McKillips. "This year, we are extending our advocacy work even further with Shine Global, allowing us to provide a platform and opportunity for voices like Austin's to be heard by millions of guests visiting our fun centers.” .
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