In the true spirit of giving back to their community, three Bergen Point hair salons joined forces to help raise funds for the construction of the New Life Skills Centerer for children with autism at Washington Community School.  On March 27, 2011, the owners of About You Salon, The Cutting Cafe' and Downtown Haircutters opened their doors to hold a charity Cut-a-Thon.  All proceeds from this event were donated to The Simpson Baber Foundation, who is funding the construction of the Life Skills Center.  Nadine Dabrowski, owner of About You Salon said, “The Life Skills room is a much needed addition to Washington School.  It will provide a safe and effective learning environment for students with autism and learning disabilities.  About You is delighted to team up with two other downtown salons for this wonderful fundraiser. We feel very lucky to be able to do something that we love while giving back to the community.”

 Mario Veldez, owner Downtown Haircutters states “Not only is it great being a part of the Bayonne Community, but also being part of a professional community that comes together for our children!”

In addition to stylish, professional haircuts, raffles for great prizes were held throughout the day.  Flora Ropas, owner The Cutting Café said, "The team of the Cutting Café are proud to bond with our fellow artists to commit in helping children with special needs".

On November 12, 2010, Nuova Venezia
held a fundraiser for the Simpson Baber Foundation. 
There was a packed house in support of the foundation.
This is one of the many ways our community stays connected and makes a difference in the lives of children with autism.

Bayonne Medical Center sponsored a Walk for LIfe on October 17, 2010.  This first annual event was held to benefit  four local non-profit organizations, including The Simpson Baber Foundation.   

On October 7, 2010 a dine around event was hosted by Sarelli's Restaurant as a benefit for Simpson Baber.  Pictured at left along with staff members are Kim Martinez, owner and Desiree Kraszyk, who helped promote the evening.

Pictured below are Kim Martinez and Desiree Kraszyk, along with SBF board members who enjoyed a delicious dinner at Sarelli's.

A school reunion was held on September 25, 2010 at Amici's Restaurant in Bayonne.  Organizers of the evening earmarked the event as a fundraiser for The Simpson Baber Foundation.  Pictured are Marguerite Baber, Amici's owner, Fran Skzlarski and Judy Delaney Timko, organizer of the reunion.

This year's honorees, Christina Mercun, Andrew McCabe, James McCabe and Dr. Vincent Serafino were recognized for their dedication and work on behalf of children with autism. 

Pictured left are the 2010 Honorees with the Simpson Baber Board of Trustees.  Pictured right, Honorable Mayor Mark Smith with SBF board members, Catherine Quinn, Marguerite Baber, Dr. Patricia McGeehan and Fred Walters.

On Sunday, February 21, 2010 Creative Hair Studios in Bayonne opened its doors for an all day cut-a-thon to benefit the Simpson-Baber Foundation. Mario Maiolano, owner of the salon said “I was inspired to do the Cut-A-Thon because of the abundance of people in Bayonne who are working to help so many with autism in this community."

Marguerite Baber, founder of the organization said, "On behalf of the Simpson-Baber Foundation, I would like to thank Mario and his staff for their generosity. Their willingness to donate the proceeds from a hard days work for the benefit of children with autism speaks volumes to their commitment to this cause and we are very grateful.”