Across Minnesota, autistic individuals, families, advocates, and allies are coming together to build communities of understanding, inclusion, and respect. We know that when we listen to one another, learn from one another, and act together, we create a world where everyone belongs.

The Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) is guided by the belief that our collective strength and our shared humanity make life better for all Minnesotans

Together, we stand for:

Advocacy grounded in lived experience and justice
Education shaped by the voices of autistic people
Support that uplifts families and individuals across the lifespan
Collaboration rooted in trust and partnership
Community-building that centers belonging, not barriers

Because we know our community is strongest when every voice is heard and valued.

What We Believe - Together

We believe that understanding and acceptance change lives.
We believe autism is a natural part of human diversity.
We believe autistic people deserve to live in a world that recognizes their strengths and supports their needs.
We believe no one should face stigma, shame, or misinformation about who they are.
We believe our communities grow stronger when we lift and honor each other.
We believe that progress comes from listening to and leading with autistic voices first.
We believe in everyone’s uniqueness and value it in collaboration

What We’re Building - Together

Our community is rooted in hope. Together, we are creating:

Inclusive schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods
Access to support across the lifespan
Evidence-based, compassionate care
Respectful dialogue that centers autistic voices
A Minnesota where everyone belongs

We know that real change happens when community members, autistic and non-autistic, show up for one another. When we build together, we build a future that holds all of us.

Join Us

At AuSM, we are working toward a Minnesota where autistic people and families have what they need to thrive, through therapy, support groups, camps, advocacy, and education that reach more than 14,000 Minnesotans each year.

This work is powered by people like you who believe that belonging is a shared responsibility.

If you believe what we believe and want to build the Minnesota we see, donate to AuSM today!

Our goal is to raise $500,000 before the end of 2025.

Help us achieve our goal by December 31st!

We Are Building Together

By Autism Society of Minnesota

We Are Building Together

Because We Believe