Autism Acceptance Month
This April, the Autism Society of America is proud to continue its sixth annual #CelebrateDifferences campaign in honor of Autism Acceptance Month. Everyday, we work to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community to live fully. We believe that acceptance is creating a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it. And by everyone, we mean every unique individual: the implacable, inimitable, and irreplaceable you.
Your support helps us connect Autistic individuals and their networks of support to education, resources, advocacy, and above all, to each other.
Road to Acceptance
The Road to Acceptance project is part of the Autism Society’s greater efforts for Autism Acceptance Month, and is made possible by Goodnites. Our project aims to shed light on the diverse experiences and perspectives within the Autism community, fostering greater awareness, understanding, and inclusion. By asking questions about health, safety, employment, and other key topics, we can amplify the voices of individuals with Autism and their families, to create a more inclusive society.
The Autism Society will hit the road with our branded Chrysler Pacifica vehicles to create a mobile video studio to capture community stories. The car cabin will be designed to create a sensory-friendly, comforting space for our community to share their stories.
Download Digital Resources
Download Autism Society resources to spread awareness, promote inclusion, and practice acceptance so Autistic individuals can live fully.
Our Corporate Partners
This April, the Autism Society of America is proud to highlight partners who are demonstrating acceptance in action for Autism Acceptance Month. The Autism Society has dozens of partnerships with companies looking to support the wider community with tools, resources, and products that serve Autistic individuals and their loved ones, as well as enhancing their internal employment and cultural practices. If you are interested in becoming a corporate partner, please email partners@autismsociety.org.
Goodnites: Presenting Sponsor for the Autism Society Road to Acceptance Campaign!
Goodnites is committed to supporting the Autism community by combating the bedwetting stigma and giving parents and children the comfort that they are not alone. Through an ongoing partnership with the Autism Society of America, the two organizations will support the community through educational resources, national and local community events, and advocacy. Goodnites has gone above and beyond to support our efforts in 2024, with a donation of $200,000 that support our programming and helping promote the voices of our community as we explore what acceptance means to you!
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In 2023, the Autism Society of America and Chrysler announced a long-term partnership that supports the driving needs of individuals with Autism and their loved ones The partnership includes advising product development considerations for the Autism community, inclusion training to build better experiences at Chrysler dealerships, and the creation of the calm cabin package to provide accommodation supports for Chrysler vehicles.
This year, the Autism Society will be utilizing its loaned Chrysler Pacifica vehicles for our Road to Acceptance project, as we collect diverse lived experiences from our community to advocate for a more inclusive world.
This April, long-time partner, Pura Vida is continuing to donate 5% of every purchase to the Autism Society of America. You can find their products online, as well as on the road, as we travel across the country to gather testimonies from our community on what acceptance means to you. Show your support by ordering your bracelet today!
iHeartMedia generously contributes donated time to amplify our work and resources, ensuring that thousands more individuals can access the help they need today. With their extensive reach and influence, iHeartMedia provides crucial media space that will be utilized to promote awareness for our upcoming Road to Acceptance campaign during April’s Autism Acceptance Month. Through their partnership, iHeartRadio not only amplifies our message but also helps foster a more inclusive and understanding society for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Their ongoing support underscores their genuine dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by Autism.
Netflix has graciously extended an invitation to the Autism Society to participate in a screening of season 2, Love on the Spectrum, a beloved docuseries that offers an intimate look into the lives of individuals on the Autism spectrum as they navigate the complexities of love, dating, and relationships. Through this collaboration, the Autism Society aims to elevate awareness surrounding autism and foster meaningful conversations about inclusivity and representation in the media. We are grateful for Netflix’s support and look forward to a successful partnership that will help promote greater empathy and understanding for individual
Connect With Your Local Affiliate
The Autism Society has a network of approximately 70+ affiliates in 34 states, executing our mission and vision at the local level. Our affiliate network provides a number of ways in which individuals and families can connect, attend an event, gain support, and share their experiences with others in their communities. You can find an affiliate near you to find localized support, services, and events in your area.
Disability Policy Seminar
The Disability Policy Seminar is taking place April 8th-10th. This three-day in-person legislative conference will take place at the Westin Hotel Downtown in Washington D.C. The seminar strengthens our federal advocacy efforts by providing training, learning opportunities, and updates, as well as opportunities to visit members of Congress. The skills learned from this event will be invaluable as you leave the seminar and organize your community to take action. Please note that online registration ends Friday, March 29th. Registration will be offered onsite from April 7th-9th and includes access to all sessions, meeting materials, and advertised meals.
Peer-to-Peer
Fundraising
Peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to rally your community or social network to raise money for the Autism Society. You can create a personalized fundraising page specifically for the Autism Society through either Facebook or Give Lively and invite your family, friends, neighbors, and other interested parties to contribute to your overall donation goal. All donations given through these avenues are tax-deductible for both you and anyone else who contributes. The Autism Society will receive the funds automatically when the fundraiser concludes.
- Facebook:
Go to the Autism Society’s Facebook page and select “Create a Fundraiser”. You can follow the prompts to set your overall fundraising goal and the length of the fundraiser. - GiveLively:
Go to our GiveLively page. Click “I Want to Fundraise For This”, which will give you the option to join or create a fundraising team or to run your own fundraising page. You can then follow the prompts to set your overall fundraising goal and the length of the fundraiser.
Alternate Ways to Support
If you’re looking for an alternate way to support the Autism Society, you can also consider the following options:
