A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: Urban Autism Solutions Organization Type: Community-based Grant Categorie(s): Work WHO THEY ARE Founded in 2012, by Julie & Mike Tracy, the parents of a young man with autism, Urban Autism Solutions (UAS) is dedicated to changing outcomes for young adults with autism through an […]
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NEXT IMPACT: Blue Forge Group
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: Blue Forge Group (Create4U) Organization Type: Autistic-led Grant Categorie(s): Work WHO THEY ARE Since their formation in 1989, Blue Legacy (Blue Forge Group) has worked with autistic artisans of all ages to “empower, educate, and elevate” through its free art programs. Founded by autistic […]
NEXT IMPACT: Shepherd’s Way
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: Shepherd’s Way Organization Type: Community Grant Categorie(s): Home WHO THEY ARE Shepherd’s Way was formed in response to an 18-year-old with autism, who found themselves living in a homeless shelter. The model centered around a 1:1 peer live-in mentor, teaching the independent living skills […]