Give the Gift of Respite.
Your Support Transforms Lives.
Your generosity offers caregivers a chance to rest and recharge, knowing their neurodivergent loved ones are receiving the care and support they deserve. With your help, we provide meaningful experiences that nurture growth and joy for individuals with cognitive and developmental differences, while lifting the burden from those who care for them every day.
Give the Gift of Respite.
Your Support Transforms Lives.
Your generosity offers caregivers a chance to rest and recharge, knowing their neurodivergent loved ones are receiving the care and support they deserve. With your help, we provide meaningful experiences that nurture growth and joy for individuals with cognitive and developmental differences, while lifting the burden from those who care for them every day.
OUR VISION
We envision to provide families with access to high-quality, guilt-free, and cost-effective respite programs for their loved ones who identify as neurodivergent.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Autumn’s Gift is to offer engaging, stimulating learning experiences for children and adults (ages three and up) with unique developmental and neurological challenges. These experiences focus on fostering communication, social, and cognitive skills in individuals facing lifelong neurological limitations, while simultaneously providing cost-effective, guilt-free respite care for their primary caregivers.
OUR VISION
We envision to provide families with access to high-quality, guilt-free, and cost-effective respite programs for their loved ones who identify as neurodivergent.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Autumn’s Gift is to offer engaging, stimulating learning experiences for children and adults (ages three and up) with unique developmental and neurological challenges. These experiences focus on fostering communication, social, and cognitive skills in individuals facing lifelong neurological limitations, while simultaneously providing cost-effective, guilt-free respite care for their primary caregivers.
OUR STORY
Autumn’s Gift was born from a deeply personal place, a mother’s love for her child, Autumn, who was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. What began as a simple yet powerful belief grew into a mission: that every individual, no matter their abilities, deserves to experience joy, growth, and meaningful connection. Just as importantly, caregivers deserve moments to breathe, to rest, and to feel fully supported in their journey.
Inspired by the resilience, love, and spirit within her own family and the many families walking similar paths, our founder envisioned a space built on compassion and understanding. A space where learning and healing happen side by side, and where every individual is embraced exactly as they are.
What started as a mother's dream to honor her child has blossomed into a lifeline for countless families in our community, a place where children thrive, where parents find peace of mind, and where the beauty of neurodiversity is celebrated every day.
Autumn’s Gift is more than a name. It is a legacy of love, a tribute to the strength of families, and a promise to nurture growth, joy, and resilience in every life we touch.
OUR STORY
Autumn’s Gift was born from a deeply personal place, a mother’s love for her child, Autumn, who was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. What began as a simple yet powerful belief grew into a mission: that every individual, no matter their abilities, deserves to experience joy, growth, and meaningful connection. Just as importantly, caregivers deserve moments to breathe, to rest, and to feel fully supported in their journey.
Inspired by the resilience, love, and spirit within her own family and the many families walking similar paths, our founder envisioned a space built on compassion and understanding. A space where learning and healing happen side by side, and where every individual is embraced exactly as they are.
What started as a mother's dream to honor her child has blossomed into a lifeline for countless families in our community, a place where children thrive, where parents find peace of mind, and where the beauty of neurodiversity is celebrated every day.
Autumn’s Gift is more than a name. It is a legacy of love, a tribute to the strength of families, and a promise to nurture growth, joy, and resilience in every life we touch.
OUR CORE VALUES
Compassion
We lead with empathy, kindness, and genuine care in every interaction. Our hearts guide our hands, ensuring that every person feels seen, valued, and respected.
Inclusion
We celebrate the beauty of diversity and create spaces where all families feel welcome, understood, and embraced just as they are.
Empowerment
We nurture confidence, independence, and growth by meeting each individual where they are and helping them reach their fullest potential.
Connection
We honor the powerful bonds between caregivers and their loved ones, fostering meaningful relationships built on trust, love, and mutual respect.
Relief
We offer more than just care, we offer peace of mind. Through compassionate, dependable support, we give families the chance to rest, recharge, and feel supported.
Safety
We provide a secure, nurturing environment where children, adults and families can feel protected and at ease. Every detail of our care is designed with safety in mind (physically, emotionally, and psychologically), so that trust can flourish and everyone can thrive.
Why Give The Gift of Respite: The Difference Your Support Makes
When you give to Autumn’s Gift Foundation, you’re doing more than making a donation, you’re becoming part of a story rooted in love, resilience, and hope. Your support directly touches the lives of neurodivergent individuals and their families, providing them with the care, understanding, and opportunities they so deeply deserve.
You help create moments of joy and breakthroughs in learning. You help caregivers exhale, even if just for a moment, knowing their loved one is safe, loved, and nurtured. You help build a space where differences are not just accepted, but celebrated where every one of them is seen for who they truly are and encouraged to shine.
Every gift, no matter the size, brings relief to families who often feel overwhelmed and alone. It brings structure, enrichment, and emotional safety to individuals who thrive in supportive environments. And it fuels our mission to continue growing, expanding, and reaching more families in need of a lifeline.
Your generosity makes the invisible work visible. It turns compassion into action. It keeps the doors of Autumn’s Gift Foundation open, and keeps hearts full. Because when you give, you’re not just supporting a program. You’re investing in a brighter, more inclusive future.
OUR CORE VALUES
Compassion
We lead with empathy, kindness, and genuine care in every interaction. Our hearts guide our hands, ensuring that every person feels seen, valued, and respected.
Inclusion
We celebrate the beauty of diversity and create spaces where all families feel welcome, understood, and embraced just as they are.
Empowerment
We nurture confidence, independence, and growth by meeting each individual where they are and helping them reach their fullest potential.
Connection
We honor the powerful bonds between caregivers and their loved ones, fostering meaningful relationships built on trust, love, and mutual respect.
Relief
We offer more than just care, we offer peace of mind. Through compassionate, dependable support, we give families the chance to rest, recharge, and feel supported.
Safety
We provide a secure, nurturing environment where children and families can feel protected and at ease. Every detail of our care is designed with safety in mind (physically, emotionally, and psychologically), so that trust can flourish and everyone can thrive.
Why Give The Gift of Respite: The Difference Your Support Makes
When you give to Autumn’s Gift Foundation, you’re doing more than making a donation, you’re becoming part of a story rooted in love, resilience, and hope. Your support directly touches the lives of neurodivergent individuals and their families, providing them with the care, understanding, and opportunities they so deeply deserve.
You help create moments of joy and breakthroughs in learning. You help caregivers exhale, even if just for a moment, knowing their loved one is safe, loved, and nurtured. You help build a space where differences are not just accepted, but celebrated where every one of them is seen for who they truly are and encouraged to shine.
Every gift, no matter the size, brings relief to families who often feel overwhelmed and alone. It brings structure, enrichment, and emotional safety to individuals who thrive in supportive environments. And it fuels our mission to continue growing, expanding, and reaching more families in need of a lifeline.
Your generosity makes the invisible work visible. It turns compassion into action. It keeps the doors of Autumn’s Gift Foundation open, and keeps hearts full. Because when you give, you’re not just supporting a program. You’re investing in a brighter, more inclusive future.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Autumn’s Gift Foundation?
Autumn’s Gift Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate support for neurodivergent individuals and their families. Founded in honor of a child with autism, we offer respite care, specialized programs, and a nurturing environment that fosters growth, joy, and meaningful connections.
What programs does Autumn's Gift Foundation provide?
We offer respite care services held every Saturday, along with annual day and sometimes overnight retreats held in April, August, and December. Families also have the opportunity to participate in Special Olympics events. In addition, we offer a specialized support program for adults who have completed at least six program days.
How can I support Autumn’s Gift Foundation?
There are several ways to support our mission, including making donations, being our partner for programs and events, and raising awareness.
What are the ways I can donate?
Give in the way that works best for you, whether it’s a one-time gift or a recurring donation set monthly, quarterly, or annually. Every contribution helps us make a lasting difference.
Are donations to Autumn’s Gift tax-deductible?
Yes, Autumn’s Gift Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Where do my donations go?
Your generous contributions directly support the programs we offer, including respite care services, program development, participant supplies, transportation, meals, and other essential resources for our participants and their families.
How can I host a fundraising event for Autumn’s Gift Foundation?
We are always grateful for community support through fundraising efforts. If you're interested in hosting a fundraiser, simply sign up by clicking the Fundraiser button on our website menu or in the footer section to get started. If you have any questions or need additional assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly.
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