Seeing other families at the Triangle Run/Walk for Autism gave the Powell family hope.
The Autism Society of North Carolina improves the lives of individuals with autism, supports their families, and educates communities.
Join us for a Run/Walk for Autism! The spring events are in Beaufort, Greenville, and Wilmington. Virtual options are available, and all funds raised support local programs.
Join us March 10-11 in Charlotte for The Autism Experience: Brain, Body, and Behavior. This educational event will focus on best practices for understanding and improving physical and mental health, medical and behavior issues, and the needs of autistic people.
We offer 50+ free, recorded trainings on our website so that you can learn at your convenience. Subjects include behavior, school, and transitioning to adulthood.
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1 in 44 children may be diagnosed with autism nationally
40,000+ individuals and their families receive direct services annually in NC
86¢ 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.
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