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Why the Need?
At Spectrum Forward Foundation, we offer a range of support to assist young adults and early adults transitioning into independent living through tailored programs and services to meet each individuals needs.
Why the Need?
Our Partnerships
Why the Need?
Most autism funding targets early childhood or severe cases — leaving high-functioning individuals overlooked. Yet Level 1 adults represent the majority of those diagnosed today. Spectrum Forward advocates for equitable funding for all levels.
Our Partnerships
Our Partnerships
Our Partnerships
We are proud to partner with a variety of organizations and businesses to support our community. Our partnerships enable us to expand our reach and provide even more resources and services to those in need.
National organizations
- Autism Society of America — National network connecting families to information, advocacy, and local supports across the lifespan. Autism Society
autismsociety.org
- Autism Speaks — Provides services and resources, advocates at state/federal levels, and funds research to build a more inclusive world. Autism Speaks
autismspeaks.org
- Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) — Autistic-led nonprofit advancing disability-rights principles so autistic people have equal access, rights, and opportunities. Autistic Self Advocacy Network
autisticadvocacy.org
- Organization for Autism Research (OAR) — Funds practical, applied research and creates evidence-based guides for families, educators, and self-advocates. researchautism.org
researchautism.org
- Autism Science Foundation (ASF) — 501(c)(3) that funds cutting-edge autism research and shares evidence-based information on interventions. Autism Science Foundation
autismsciencefoundation.org
- Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) — Advances the basic science of autism and leads large national research efforts (e.g., SPARK). SFARI+1
sfari.org
- AANE (Association for Autism and Neurodiversity) — U.S. nonprofit offering coaching, groups, and trainings tailored to autistic adults/teens and families. AANE+1
aane.org
- The Arc (National) — Disability-rights organization with chapters nationwide advocating for community inclusion for people with IDD, including many autistic people. The Arc+1
thearc.org
- National Autism Association (NAA) — Focuses on urgent safety and support needs (e.g., wandering prevention, crisis supports) for autistic individuals and families. nationalautismassociation.org+1
nationalautismassociation.org
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