Autism Funding
Helping Hands
www.nationalautismassociation.org/family-support/programs/helping-hand
A program providing grant funding for medical treatment, lab testing, medications and supplements not covered by the family’s insurance. Funding for this program is limited, and will be awarded only to families who are in dire need of financial assistance. For grant guidelines, complete details and the Helping Hand application form, see their website.
Autism Cares
Autism Cares provides support for families affected by autism during natural disasters and other catastrophic life events. They helps families to cover costs associated with critical living expenses such as housing, utilities, car repair, day care, funeral expenses, and other essential items on a case-by-case basis.
Families must complete an online application and identify vendor(s) to be covered by the support award. Grants are awarded on a monthly basis.
Joeys Fund Family Grant Program
https://www.flutiefoundation.org/joeys-fund-family-grant-program
Joey’s Fund addresses a variety of challenges and needs for individuals with autism:
- Respite care
- Recreational programs
- Educational Evaluations -consultant's fee
- Art classes
- Music therapy
- Books and educational videos
- Computer software - Communication needs
- Therapies
- Camp tuition
- Safety-related items
- Social skills training
Applicants have family member(s) medically diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and reside in New England (Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire & Maine). Families can apply for up to $2,000 through Joey’s Fund (up to $3,000 if grant would benefit more than one family member with autism). Only one program or service per individual will be reviewed and considered. Families are only eligible to apply if they have not received funding in the previous year.