Autism Empowerment

Autism Empowerment believes in positive collaboration and community involvement! Listed below are a variety of ways you can help to make life better for individuals and families in or related to the Autism and Asperger communities.

The revenue generated by Autism Empowerment supports every aspect of our work and allows us to develop and fund programs and services that benefit individuals and families from birth through all stages of adulthood. Your support is greatly needed and appreciated. 

Here is a quick reference PDF you can print-out with ways you can help Autism Empowerment.

You can also read in more depth below:

Financial Contributions

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity, your contributions are tax-deductible. Your generosity is welcome!

People will ask, what is the right amount to give?  We believe this is a personal decision and truly appreciate all contributions as well as your consideration in giving them. Your money will be wisely spent!

1) You may use your credit card / electronic check or PayPal account to make a financial contribution online.

Please provide your name and mailing information if you wish to receive a receipt.  Please also indicate whether we are allowed to acknowledge your contribution on our website or if you'd prefer to be Anonymous.

2) You may support our current GoFundMe Campaign below. (One of the funding opportunities we currently have is a special event called the Easter Egg Hunt for Acceptance of All Abilities.)

Autism Empowerment

P.O. Box 871676

Vancouver, WA  98687

Please provide your name and mailing information if you wish to receive a receipt.  Please also indicate whether we are allowed to acknowledge your contribution on our website or if you'd prefer to be Anonymous. Our Federal Tax ID # is 45-2455219.

Fundraise / Partner:

Are you good at fundraising or do you know of a group or club that would like to support our mission? Would you or your employer like to partner with us? We need your help in putting together quality fund-raisers for Autism Empowerment and welcome your support and ideas!

In Kind Contributions:

We are currently seeking the following in-kind contributions to aid us in our growth:

Organizational Supplies for Autism Empowerment's Autism and Scouting Program:

Plastic bins for storage, file folders, HP Printer Ink 98 Black / 95 Color, reams of copy paper

If you prefer us to purchase the items, we also accept gift cards. Local stores include: Costco, Walmart, Office Depot, Best Buy

Computer & Technology Supplies: Hardware, Software, Apps

Sensory Therapy Items: Weighted blankets, weighted vests, headphones

Autism Spectrum related books

Reduced cost Office space in the East Vancouver, WA area

Items of value for auction fund-raising (includes but not limited to collectibles, event tickets, services, merchandise. Your suggestions are welcome.)

For inquiries, please contact: karen@autismempowerment.org

In Kind donations may be sent to: 

Autism Empowerment, 

3801 SE 184th Court

Vancouver, WA  98683

Please provide your name and mailing information so we may send you a tax-deductible receipt.  Please also indicate whether we are allowed to acknowledge your contribution on our website or if you'd prefer to be Anonymous.

Volunteers:

We are always looking for volunteers, both locally in the Southwest Washington / Portland Metro area and online throughout the country.

We need help with special events, fundraising, graphic design, administrative tasks, outreach and marketing.

For inquiries or to be contacted when we are looking for volunteers, please contact john@autismempowerment.org

Shop, Save, Donate:

Through our partnership with We-Care.com, we receive a donation whenever you shop online at more than 2,000 merchants -- at no extra cost to you. Check it out at: http://autismempowerment.we-care.com/Start