Pink Pump Affair

A PINK PUMP AFFAIR was designed to bring together powerful women from different backgrounds and to garner their support for more autism research and resources.  Despite difficult economic times, the event was an overwhelming success.  Sponsored by Broadway Federal Bank, Time Warner Cable and  Martin & Martin, LLP, the event  provided women an opportunity for networking and bonding, while raising money for children with autism in poor communities.

Special Needs also honored the tremendous service and accomplishments of five women including actress Holly Robinson Peete; Janice Bryant Howroyd, the president and CEO of one of the largest temporary staffing agencies in the country; Dr. Ruth Creary, president and CEO of Visiting Angels, LLC and former executive director of South Central Los Angeles Regional Center; and Carliss McGhee, author and founder of Khocolate Keepsakes, a literacy program for underserved children. Lifetime achievement award recipient, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-34).