Grants

Autism Speaks Family Services Community Grants

Recognizing that there are multiple needs in the expansive and varied autism community, the focus of Autism Speaks Family Services Community Grants is on proposals that serve to build the field of services for individuals with autism and expand the capacity to effectively serve this growing community. Organizations interested in submitting an application must address one of the three areas of need: education, recreation and community activities, and young adult/adult services. Successful applicants will apply grant funding to support new programs or the expansion of existing projects.

Autism Speaks Baker Summer Camp Program

The Autism Speaks Baker Summer Camp Program selects eligible camps in the United States to identify qualified campers and offer scholarship funds for financially disadvantaged children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to attend a summer camp.

Autism Speaks encourages individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to contact local camp organizations in order to take advantage of this unique opportunity.

AutismCares

AutismCares provides support for families affected by autism during natural disasters and other catastrophic life events. AutismCares helps families to cover costs associated with critical living expenses such as housing, utilities, car repair, day care, funeral expenses, and other essential items on a case-by-case basis.

Families must complete an online application and identify vendor(s) to be covered by the support award.

New in 2010! The maximum Support Award per family is $1000. Families who have previously received an AutismCares Support Award are not eligible to re-apply.