Families with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Inc. (Families with ASD) Information

Families with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Inc. , also known as Families with ASD, was founded March 4, 2005 by Gregory and Julia Ann Smith. Families with ASD received its 501c3 public charity status in 2006. (Tax EIN # 20-475-8474) Families with ASD's Mission: To provide a safe, welcoming environment where individuals with autism & their families can participate in social and life skills programs designed to promote autism awareness, personal well-being, educational opportunities, and encourage independence. Objectives: Raise awareness and promote understanding Hand out information at the Annual Families with ASD Autism Expo Promote public awareness Fundraising events for autism to help spread awareness and understanding Form the Parents of Adults with Autism Task Force and spread Adult Autism Awareness. Organize and share resources Host the Annual Families with ASD Autism Expo Create a library of books, tapes, videos, etc.via the Autism Family Resource Center Create and distribute the Families with ASD Autism Yellow Pages Create and maintain the Web-site, and on-line support group Calendar of Events: On-line Calendar updated weekly for families to use Help families touched by ASD Host and organize Family-friendly support group meetings, group outings, & parties Arrange for guest speakers to present information to families Help families connect and network with service providers that can advocate for their family Facilitate change and continuous improvement in our schools Connect families with Educational advocates for IEP meetings Educate parents on Federal/State laws