WHY WE’RE HERE

Because every child
has the right to
live without limitations.

Little girl

WHY WE’RE HERE

Because every child has the right to live without limitations.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to expand opportunities to enrich the lives of individuals and families affected by autism.

OUR VISION

A future where everyone affected by autism can live without limits.

Our Values

Ability

We believe that every person has the potential for success when presented with opportunities.

Advocacy

We advocate alongside—and on behalf of—individuals and families affected by autism to raise awareness and understanding of autism.

Empowerment

We believe that individuals with autism deserve opportunities to exercise independence and personal preferences.

Inclusion

We recognize everyone with autism as highly valuable, contributing members of society. We are encouraging, free from judgment and provide safe haven—without exception.

Integrity

We go about our work upholding the highest standards of professional behavior and ethical conduct.

Leadership

We lead with collaboration and innovation to leverage the collective impact of our community providers—and to guide our individual efforts.

Young boy with autism

Our History

Bob and Suzy Tyner founded our organization through the Tyner Foundation in 2004. Parents of a child with autism, the Tyners wanted to save other parents the difficult path they had to take in their efforts to help their son. 

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Our Strategy

We work to ensure the needs in our community are being met. Toward that end, we identify partners who are passionate, who have demonstrated commitments to those with autism, and who will be effective in bettering the lives of those we serve.

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