Family Support
Parent and caregiver circles, newly-diagnosed welcome kits, and peer mentors who have walked the same road.
Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Every warrior deserves an army behind them.
Warriors for Autism stands with autistic children, teens, adults, and their families nationwide — rooted in Memphis, serving all 50 states — with advocacy, community, and a steady hand through every system that feels impossible to navigate alone.
Gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. EIN 00-0000000.
Our mission
Not defined by limitations. Recognized for purpose.
The mission of Warriors for Autism is to empower children, adults, and families impacted by autism by providing access to education, advocacy, life-skills development, community resources, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities that promote independence, inclusion, confidence, and an improved quality of life.
Based in Memphis, Tennessee, Warriors for Autism is committed to building a community where individuals on the autism spectrum are not defined by limitations, but recognized for their abilities, strengths, potential, and purpose. Through charitable programs, educational initiatives, family support, community partnerships, workforce-readiness opportunities, and advocacy, we strive to remove barriers and create pathways for individuals with autism to learn, grow, connect, work, and thrive throughout every stage of life.
We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to be seen, supported, valued, and equipped to reach their fullest potential. We don't just advocate for autism awareness — we champion autism acceptance, opportunity, independence, and inclusion.
Autistic-led
Autistic voices shape our programs, our language, and our priorities — not just our brochures.
Acceptance over awareness
We are not here to fix children. We are here to change the conditions around them.
Plain-language everything
Forms, guides, and events explained clearly, in advance, with no surprises.
What we do
Four ways we show up
Every program is built with autistic community members and the caregivers who use it.
Advocacy
IEP and 504 coaching, school partnership, and a steady voice for autistic Tennesseans in the rooms where decisions get made.
Sensory-Friendly Events
Low-stim community days with quiet rooms, predictable schedules, and space to stim, move, and be fully yourself.
Resource Navigation
A human guide through evaluations, insurance, waivers, therapies, and services — in Memphis and in all 50 states.
Your impact
Give once. Or stand with us every month.
Monthly Warriors give us something rare in nonprofit work: the ability to promise a family help before we know where the money is coming from.
- $25A sensory comfort kitNoise-reducing headphones, fidgets, and a visual schedule for one child.
- $100An advocacy sessionOne-on-one IEP preparation so a family walks into the meeting ready.
- $500A community dayHelps underwrite a sensory-friendly event for dozens of local families.
Gift examples are illustrative. All contributions are unrestricted unless you designate them, and our Board maintains discretion and control over the use of all funds, as required for 501(c)(3) organizations.
Volunteer with us
Event support, resource research, professional skills, or simply a friendly presence at a community day. Tell us your email and we'll send the current openings.
The Warrior Dispatch
A short monthly email: upcoming sensory-friendly events, advocacy alerts, and practical resources for families nationwide. Unsubscribe anytime.
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Good to know
Questions, answered plainly
Contact
Reach the Warriors
Whether you're a family looking for help, a donor with a question, or a partner who wants to build something with us — email is the fastest way to reach our team.
Email ussupport@autismwarriorsproject.com
Based inMemphis, TennesseeServing all 50 states
We do not currently operate a public phone line. Email is monitored regularly and we aim to reply within two business days.