The American Autism Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people with autism and their families.
Our organization offers educational resources, personal support for families, and therapeutic athletic programs. Our unique recreational programs deliver community-based sports and physical activity programs for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The American Autism Association encourages healthy lifestyles, fosters independence and inclusion, and promotes personal empowerment to better the quality of life for people with autism.
Since 2010 the American Autism Association has been devoted to our mission, helping thousands of families each year through our Autism Help Hotline, therapeutic recreational programs, and parenting workshops. Our philosophy is what drives our programs and our work. We are so proud of what we have been able to accomplish for the autism community, and look forward to expanding this success in the years ahead.
Get involved or donate today to help us make a difference in the lives of individuals with autism.
Who We Are
The American Autism Association is made up of a group of passionate individuals fighting to make a difference in the autism communities of New York, South Florida, and one day – across the country. With eclectic backgrounds, educations, and expertise, our Board of Directors collectively becomes a voice, an advocate, and a fighter for those struggle to overcome the unique and difficult obstacles that autism presents.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to offer support and guidance as we help families through their journey with autism. It is our hope that one day, no child or individual with autism will go unserved, that everyone has equal access to helpful interventions, and that individuals with autism have the ability to live their lives free of judgment or misunderstanding. By providing educational resources, free of cost athletic therapeutic programs, and acting as advocates in our local community – we hope to make this vision a continuing reality.
Our Approach
The American Autism Association hosts a number of therapeutic athletic and recreational programs for people with autism, ranging from basketball to ballet. Our programs are tailored to provide unique learning approaches in combination with an affirming environment to encourage healthy lifestyles, foster independence, and promote personal empowerment. Each and every program aims to nurture positive development in social skills, motor coordination, communication, behavior, and most importantly – fun!