The QSAC Board.
On June 9, QSAC, a NYC and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, held its annual fundraiser dinner at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers. Evan Metalios, Board Member and Board Treasurer, was honored with the Beacon Award. The award recognizes champions for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have made a meaningful and measurable difference in the lives of people with autism and their families through service, advocacy, leadership, and philanthropy. Over 300 attended the event on an evening with perfect weather
Diana Parisy, Board Vice President; Paul Halvatzis; and Yvette Watts, Board President.
Evan Metalios, QSAC Treasurer and 2026 Beacon Award Recipient and Paul Halvatzis, a Vice President of QSAC.


