Adam is an independent adult with autism. He travels all over the country visiting his mom with the income he makes at his job.
The Autism Society of North Carolina improves the lives of individuals with autism, supports their families, and educates communities.
Join us on Thursday, May 3, for an evening of fun and fashion as we raise money to send individuals with autism to summer camp. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine, and beer as well as an amazing silent auction. The main event is a fashion show featuring individuals with autism, their families, and other friends of the Autism Society of North Carolina.
Register now for one of our eight annual Run/Walk for Autism events around the state.
Register now for one of our free workshops around the state with our Clinical team.
Our dedicated supporters often hold events around the state to benefit individuals with autism. Find one near you!
1 in 59 children may be diagnosed with autism in North Carolina
20,000+ individuals receive direct services annually in North Carolina
89¢ of every dollar
you give goes directly to services
Together, we can help individuals with autism build fulfilling lives and contribute to their communities through their unique gifts.
Autism awareness is not prevalent enough in the working world. A high percentage of adults with autism are unable to find work or work enough to support themselves. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, less than 20% of adults with disabilities were working or looking for work in 2014. People with mild forms of…
One of the biggest fears a person can have is loss of control of self. The other is fear of the unknown. For many with autism, the unknown can trigger a loss of control. One great fear leads to another. There are many sources out there that will tell you why we do what we…
Chris Schild’s job at Walgreens is just one part of his very full life. Chris, who is 25 now, was diagnosed with autism when he was about 8 years old. He has worked three days a week at Walgreens for more than a year. “He loves it there and they love him,” said his mother,…
