Empower the Autism Community: Give for Equity and Inclusion

Autistic individuals in Minnesota face significant challenges, including unemployment, isolation, mental illness, discrimination, and inadequate support systems. At the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM), we’ve been committed to changing this reality for over 50 years. Our track record speaks for itself, and so do our supporters:

"AuSM is the main resource for support, information, and education around autism in Minnesota. There is no state funded entity that provides what you do. You are the life line for parents, individuals, kids, young adults, and adults. No other organization makes the difference you do in people’s lives." -AuSM Donor

We prioritize autistic voices at every level of our organization to ensure our programs and advocacy efforts address the needs our community identifies as most critical. We offer high-quality programs, events, therapy, and resources that provide immediate support while advocating for long-term, systemic change. When challenges arise that we cannot solve alone, we build partnerships to strengthen our collective impact.

But the demand for our services continues to grow beyond our current capacity. Many in our community still wait too long for therapy and assessments. Others face barriers to accessing events due to financial constraints or a lack of accommodations. Adults struggle with a lack of services and connections. Every day, our staff work tirelessly to provide the support our community needs, but we need your help to meet the demand.

Your donation can help us:

Expand our team to serve more of the autism community.
Keep programs accessible through robust scholarship funds and accommodations like ASL interpretation.
Maintain the high quality of our events, workshops, and services.

Together, we can ensure that autistic individuals in Minnesota have access to robust supports, inclusive spaces, and opportunities for equity and respect in every facet of their lives.

🌟 Our Goal: $100,000 🌟

Your gift today helps us reach our budget goals and ensures we can continue creating meaningful, sustainable change for Minnesota’s autism community.

Will you help us meet the needs of our community?

Your donation—no matter the amount—has a direct impact. Join us in building a more inclusive Minnesota where autistic individuals and their families thrive.

Annual Appeal 2024