{"id":235243,"date":"2026-05-18T13:19:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T13:19:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/235243\/"},"modified":"2026-05-18T13:19:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T13:19:46","slug":"autistic-voices-shine-chelsea-financial-services-announces-sponsorship-of-ausometechs-2026-art-exhibit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/235243\/","title":{"rendered":"Autistic Voices Shine: Chelsea Financial Services Announces Sponsorship of AusomeTech\u2019s 2026 Art Exhibit"},"content":{"rendered":"

Staten Island, NY, May 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chelsea Financial Services is honored to continue its commitment to the neurodiverse community by sponsoring AusomeTech\u2019s highly anticipated month-long exhibition, \u2018Unspoken Brilliance: The Artists with Autism Exhibit.\u2019 This celebration of talent, culminating with AusomeTech\u2019s 5th Annual \u2018Proclamation Day\u2019 event, will be hosted at the College of Staten Island (CSI), with opening night June 25th, ending with \u2018Proclamation Day\u2019 Saturday, July 25, 2026.<\/p>\n

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‘Unspoken Brilliance: The Artists with Autism Exhibit’ | Opening Night: June 25, 2026 | Closing Night: July 25, 2026 (Proclamation Day)<\/p>\n

The gallery, situated within the College of Staten Island Library, serves as a premier platform for local neurodiverse artists to present their original works. A core tradition of this annual event is honoring the memory of Diego Martinez\u2014the beloved \u2018MTA Legend.\u2019 The exhibition will conclude with the \u2018Proclamation Day\u2019 ceremony on July 25th, featuring keynote speaker Ms. Aneva Ezell. Ms. Ezell\u2019s advocacy for empowerment and inclusion continues to inspire the community to amplify neurodiverse voices across both technology and the arts.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur goal this year is to foster an inclusive sanctuary where creativity and community meet,\u201d remarked Darlene Bowman, Founder of AusomeTech. \u201cWe extend our sincere thanks to Chelsea Financial Services. Their vital sponsorship ensures that our young adults have a professional environment to showcase their unique artistic perspectives and cognitive learning strengths.\u201d\n\t\t<\/p>\n

This year, AusomeTech\u2019s annual event is proud to feature artwork from \u2018LifeStyles for the Disabled\u2019 and the College of Staten Island\u2019s Creative Exchange Program, along with food services provided by The Grace Foundation\u2019s Grace on Wheels. These growing partnerships continue to expand opportunities and meaningful experiences for the teens and adults with autism AusomeTech proudly serves.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited to again be a part of this amazing art event with AusomeTech,\u201d stated John Pisapia, President of Chelsea Financial Services. \u201cWe continue to support AusomeTech\u2019s mission, and events like this neurodiverse art exhibit can really bring our community together. Art is powerful.\u201d<\/p>\n

Darlene Bowman, a veteran educator with over two decades of experience in science and technology, established AusomeTech to fill a systemic void in post-secondary education for students with alternate assessment needs. While community crowdfunding initially fueled these efforts, Chelsea Financial Services\u2019 intervention as a primary sponsor has been instrumental in bringing both the \u2018Unspoken Brilliance\u2019 exhibit and the Proclamation Day \u2018Scratch\u2019 Event to the Staten Island public.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe unwavering support from Chelsea Financial Services has been a catalyst for our growth,\u201d Bowman added. \u201cTheir contribution directly impacts the professional visibility of our students, allowing their talents to be celebrated on a grander stage.\u201d<\/p>\n

About the Event
AusomeTech\u2019s art exhibit, titled \u2018Unspoken Brilliance,\u2019 is on display at the CSI Library Gallery in Staten Island, NY, from June 29th to July 23rd, with viewing hours Monday-Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. School and group visits are welcome.\n\t\t<\/p>\n

Their opening night celebration for \u2018Unspoken Brilliance\u2019 will be held on June 25th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the College of Staten Island Library Rotunda, 2800 Victory Blvd, Bldg 1L. Attendees can register via shortlink: https:\/\/bit.ly\/4nfEdDA<\/a>.<\/p>\n

AusomeTech\u2019s closing event, \u2018Proclamation Day (Scratch) Event\u2019 will be held on Saturday, July 25th from 12:00 PM (Noon) to 3:00 PM. Register for \u2018Proclamation Day\u2019 via shortlink https:\/\/bit.ly\/4tVMBe1<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Visit AusomeTech\u2019s GoFundMe page to support their 2026 art exhibit and Proclamation Day events: https:\/\/gofund.me\/dd5243583<\/a><\/p>\n

About Chelsea Financial Services
Chelsea Financial Services is a national full-service brokerage firm. Chelsea opened its first brokerage office in Staten Island, New York in 1999. Celebrating its Silver Anniversary (25 years), Chelsea Financial clients receive investment, retirement, and financial planning advice in 51 U.S. States and Territories. Chelsea Financial Services is actively recruiting Independent Financial Advisors and Registered Representatives nationally. Visit https:\/\/chfs.com<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

About Ausometech
AusomeTech is a Staten Island-based organization located at CUNY College of Staten Island that provides continuing computer science and technology education for young adults with autism and other cognitive learning disabilities.\n\t\t<\/p>\n

AusomeTech also provides paid internship opportunities after high school graduation, at the age of 21, and promotes inclusion in tech education through its residency at CSI Main Campus and partnership with CUNY Creative Exchange Program (CSI Willowbrook Main Campus.) Visit AusomeTech.com<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

AusomeTech is currently located at CUNY College of Staten Island. They also partner with CUNY Creative Exchange Program at CSI Willowbrook Campus. In addition to providing high-quality recreational and vocational training in technology to young adults with autism, AusomeTech also offers paid internship opportunities and fosters relationships with business leaders and educators to help create a more inclusive environment in both tech education and tech careers.<\/p>\n

SOURCE Chelsea Financial Services<\/p>\n

Related Links
https:\/\/www.chfs.com\/<\/a>
https:\/\/ausometech.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Chelsea Financial Services Sponsors AusomeTech’s Annual ‘The Artists with Autism Exhibit’\n\t\t<\/p>\n

Press Inquiries <\/p>\n

Barry Lippold
barry [at] nthdegreegroup.net
(920) 543-5569
https:\/\/chfs.com<\/a>
1835 E Edgewood Dr
Suite #105663
Appleton, WI 54913 <\/p>\n

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