Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach to host Aug. 29 Day of Service to benefit My Autism Connection

On Jimmy Buffett Day, Aug. 29, 2025 Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach is supporting My Autism Connection (MAC) as part of the brand’s “Day of Service.”

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 29, the resort will host a Carnival of Fun on the Sunset Terrace and in the Compass Rose Ballroom. The event will feature family-friendly fun, including games, activities, crafts, a variety of sensory-specific opportunities and plenty of empowering social engagement for all ages. Drink specials are available throughout the weekend, served in a limited-edition commemorative cup. $1 from each drink sale will support MAC.

Participating in the event is Madison Marilla, known for her appearances on “Love on the Spectrum.” Marilla is a 27-year-old woman from Tampa who gained recognition for her appearance on season three of the Netflix show “Love on the Spectrum.” She has autism and is known for her love of American Girl dolls, collecting beads and making bracelets. She recently founded Madizen, a handmade jewelry brand.

MAC is a Fort Myers-based nonprofit that provides a community of support for autistic adults. The organization provides teachable opportunities to develop skills towards independence, fosters authentic friendships and empowers for acceptance. In April 2025, MAC partnered with Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach for a day of inclusivity and education, where team members learned how to create welcoming and accommodating experiences for guests with autism and their families. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach earned its Autism Double-Checked (ADC) Certification in early 2025, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive travel, accessibility and neurodiverse-friendly hospitality.