2025-11-14T16:43:02-08:00 2024-12-31 815169849 Attolero 9508 Devonshire Drive Huntersville NC 28078 990 2024-01-01 813459371 Autism Strong Foundation AUTI 9376204185 9935D Rea Road 253 Charlotte NC 28277 Stephanie Melish Neuman Executive Director 2025-11-14 true true Robert Bales P02160108 7046412949 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Stephanie Neuman 1733264 false X https://autismstrong.org/ X 2016 NC Autism Strong Foundation provides financial support, community resources, and inclusive programming to empower individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Our programs promote accessibility to therapeutic services, increase autism awareness, and foster acceptance and inclusion throughout our communities. 9 8 6 110 0 153256 0 19000 5313 0 989227 1138724 1161483 1144037 561956 719404 0 256675 271073 0 132324 183962 240153 1002593 1230630 158890 -86593 1011601 923564 178 -708 1011423 924272 X Autism Strong Foundation provides financial support, community resources, and inclusive programming to empower individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Our programs promote accessibility to therapeutic services, increase autism awareness, and foster acceptance and inclusion throughout our communities. false false 822346 Summary Across all programs and services, Autism Strong Foundation continues to address the unique needs of individuals with autism and their families?from early childhood through adulthood. Through financial assistance, therapeutic access, community support, and inclusion-driven programming, the Foundation works to build a stronger, more accepting, and more supportive community for all. 112289 5313 ConnectStrong - Education Conference (New in 2024) New for 2024, the ConnectStrong Education Conference was developed to provide families a low-cost event with direct access to community resources, local experts, and specialized knowledge to better support their autistic children. This full-day educational event featured two keynote speakers and 16 breakout sessions, offering parents an in-depth understanding of autism as well as practical guidance on navigating the educational, legal, behavioral, therapeutic, and special-needs systems. Connect Strong created a comprehensive learning environment where caregivers could connect with professionals, gather actionable information, and build confidence in advocating for their child?s needs. Impact (2024): 126 caregivers attended the event in its first year. 13982 Sensory Friendly Events Landon's Hope Scholarship reflects our commitment to supporting families who are unable to afford necessary autism-related therapy services. Inspired by the Thoms Family, who experienced firsthand the transformative impact of early and consistent intervention, this program provides direct funding for therapy hours for children with autism. Impact (2024): 78 individuals with autism received full annual-coverage funding for therapy services through our grant and scholarship programs. An additional 21 individuals with autism received 70-90% annual-coverage funding for therapy services. These scholarships reduce financial burdens on families and support long-term developmental and behavioral improvements for children receiving therapy. Emergency Fund Grant In 2023, Autism Strong Foundation launched an Emergency Fund Grant to provide critical, immediate assistance to families facing urgent needs. Eligible families may apply for support with therapy coverage, bill-pay forgiveness, or essential needs like rent/food or bill coverage for a month, as well as expenses associated with obtaining an autism diagnosis. The Emergency Fund was fully depleted by July 2024 due to overwhelming need. Impact: 46 families received $100,000 in urgent support through this program, enabling many newly diagnosed children to begin therapy services sooner than they otherwise would. Angels 4 Autism - Holiday Relief Program Angels 4 Autism is designed to alleviate the financial and emotional stress of the holiday season for local families affected by autism. Families may apply directly or be nominated by schools, service providers, or community members. Our team collaborates closely with each family to ensure they receive appropriate gifts, household necessities, and essential support. Impact (2024): 85 children with autism received customized holiday gifts. A total of 333 family members were supported with over 1,500 items/gifts, food, gas cards, and household essentials. And additional 7 families were supported with a food-only grant of $500 Campership Program Autism Strong Foundation believes deeply in the power of inclusive recreation, social skill development, and community engagement for individuals with autism. Through our Campership Program, we partner with nonprofit organizations such as Camp Royall and Camp Blue Skies to financially support campers of all ages, covering tuition and fees for specialized summer camps, social clubs, and group-based recreational experiences. Impact (2024): 39 camperships were awarded, enabling children, teens, and adults with autism to attend specialized camp experiences that foster social growth, independence, and lifelong friendships. 948617 true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 19 0 true 6 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false X 9 8 true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false NC X Stephanie Melish Neuman 9376204185 9935D Rea Road 253 Charlotte NC 28277 X Stephanie Melish Neuman Executive Director 30.00 0.00 115608 0 0 Jon Little Treasurer 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 John Neuman Vice President 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Christina Wilson Secretary 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 LauRen Merola 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programs Learning Connections Un PO Box 1231 Huntersville NC 28070 11292 0 Support for autism programs Mosaic Pediatric Therapy 2810 Coliseum Centre Dr Charlotte NC 28217 114468287 18150 0 Support for autism programs New Mentality 816 Brawley School Rd Mooresville NC 28117 455118834 7500 0 Support for autism programs Opal Autism Center 2810 Coliseum Centre Charlotte NC 28217 6350 0 Support for autism programs PAT Kids 16415 Northcross Drive Huntersville NC 28078 13120 0 Support for autism programs Priorities ABA 308 SE Greenville Blvd Greenville NC 27858 6886 0 Support for autism programs Speak to Me Inc 111 Kilson Drive Suite 104 Mooresville NC 28117 5812 0 Support for autism programs Team PBS 7108 S Kanner Hwy Stuart FL 34997 13736 0 Support for autism programs The Cyzner Institute 7022 Sardis Road Charlotte NC 28270 16205 0 Support for autism programs 6 19 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 Stephanie Neuman Executive Director and John Neuman Board Director are married and Daniel Thoms Board President and Rebecca Thoms are married. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The 990 was externally prepared and reviewed by the Executive Director prior to filing Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 No documents available to the public.