A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: University of Central Florida–Center for Autism and Related Disabilities Organization Type: Community-based Grant Categorie(s): Home WHO THEY ARE The University of Central Florida Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UCF-CARD) is a key player in a statewide network that supports individuals with autism spectrum […]
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NEXT IMPACT: Urban Autism Solutions
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 […]
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 […]
NEXT IMPACT: The Arc Westchester–Project Search
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: The Arc Westchester (Project SEARCH) Organization Type: Community Grant Categorie(s): Work WHO THEY ARE The Arc Westchester was founded in 1949 by parents who saw a need for a family-led organization to provide services embedded in the community. Today they provide innovative support to […]
NEXT IMPACT: The Ed Asner Family Center
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: The Ed Asner Family Center Organization Type: Community Grant Categories: Social WHO THEY ARE Established in 2017, The Ed Asner Family Center (TEAFC) empowers individuals of all abilities with dignity, confidence, and self-respect through innovative arts and vocational enrichment programs. Their comprehensive offerings encompass […]
NEXT IMPACT: Sibling Leadership Network
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: Sibling Leadership Network Organization Type: Community Grant Categories: Social WHO THEY ARE Founded in 2007, the Sibling Leadership Network has a mission to provide siblings of individuals with disabilities the information, support, and tools needed to advocate WITH their brothers and sisters and to […]
NEXT IMPACT: Communication 4 ALL
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Grantee: Communication 4 ALL Organization Type: Autistic-Led Grant Categories: Home, Social, Work WHO THEY ARE Communication 4 ALL is on a mission to ensure that more than 30 million people with nonspeaking autism worldwide have access to communication and education. Founded on April 7, 2022, […]
NEXT IMPACT: B3 Coffee Pours It On
A NEXT for AUTISM Grantee Spotlight 2022 NEXT for AUTISM Color the Spectrum Grantee: B3 Coffee Organization Type: Austistic-Led Grant Category: Work WHO THEY ARE B3 Coffee started as a nonprofit pop-up coffee shop that provides positive visibility and community connection for adults with and without neurodevelopmental disabilities. Today they have a permanent location in […]
