Scholarship Fund

Create Belonging Through Your Generosity

Every child and adult with autism deserves a place where they truly belong.

At Autism Support of Kent County (ASK), we witness the transformative power of community every day. When someone finds their people—friends who understand, accept, and celebrate them for exactly who they are—their whole world expands.

But for too many families affected by autism, financial barriers stand in the way of these life-changing connections.

The Reality Behind the Statistics

The numbers tell a challenging story:

• 1 in 36 children in the U.S. now have autism—the highest rate ever recorded
• Families often spend upwards of $60,000 annually on autism-related care
• 90% of adults with autism face unemployment challenges
• Only 21% of people with disabilities, including autism, are employed

Behind these statistics are real people in our community who simply want what we all desire: connection, purpose, and acceptance.

Your Gift Removes Barriers

Our programs—from monthly social groups to theater productions—create safe spaces where individuals with autism build confidence, develop skills, and form meaningful friendships. While we strive to keep costs accessible, even our modest fees can be beyond reach for many:

"When you're already juggling therapy bills, specialized care costs, and often reduced work hours to support your loved one with autism, even a $10 event fee becomes a luxury you cannot afford."

The Power of Your Donation

Your contribution to our Scholarship Fund ensures that financial circumstances never prevent someone from experiencing the joy of belonging:

• $10 opens the door to a single event where new friendships begin
• $50 provides a month of structured social experiences in our Clubhouse program or a season of confidence-building in Full Spectrum Theater
• $120 grants a full year of access to regular programming
• $600 supports comprehensive year-long participation in our intensive Clubhouse program

Join Our Circle of Monthly Supporters
By giving just $10 per month, you create a foundation of support that ensures we can welcome everyone, regardless of their financial situation. Your monthly gift provides the stable funding that allows us to say "yes" to every scholarship request.

A Promise of Inclusion

At ASK, we believe firmly that cost should never be a barrier to community. Every request for financial assistance is met with compassion and commitment. With your support, we can continue to honor that promise.

The young adult who finds their voice through theater... The child who makes their first real friend at a sensory-friendly event... The adult who finally feels understood in a group of peers... These are the stories your generosity helps write.

Will you be part of their journey?