Autism Faith Network, Inc. is celebrating a remarkable milestone! On today, August 21, 2025, we’re celebrating five years as a nonprofit organization!
This anniversary is not just about looking back — it’s about looking ahead to what we can achieve with your support in the years to come.
Why Our Mission Matters
Faith communities can be powerful sources of belonging and support. Yet for many autistic individuals and their families, worship services can feel overwhelming without supportive practices, sensory accommodations, and understanding.
Did you know that…
- 1 in 31 children in the United States has been diagnosed with autism?
- Families affected by autism often face barriers to participation in worship due to sensory challenges and lack of resources.
- Simple changes — like sensory-friendly spaces, predictable routines, visual supports, and trained volunteers — can help families feel supported during worship services.
We exist to provide practical tools, training, and direct support to help families thrive in their faith communities.
Celebrating Five Years of Service
Over the past five years, the Autism Faith Network has focused on:
- Equipping faith communities with guidance for autism-friendly worship experiences via our Accessible Faith Initiative.
- Providing practical support – including sensory tools and food to autistic individuals through initiatives like Manna from Heaven and Cheerful Giving.
- Mobilizing volunteers, donors, and partners who share a vision for inclusion and compassion.
We’re deeply grateful for everyone who has helped move this work forward.
How You Can Support Today
As we celebrate our 5-year anniversary, we are also launching our Annual Giving Campaign. Here’s how you can help:
- Make a Tax-Deductible Donation. Your gift will help to expand our initiatives that provide faith-based resources, sensory tools, and food for autistic individuals.
- Give Securely through our Online Giving Platform.
- Donate to our nonprofit organization via PayPal Giving Fund.
- Mail your donation to: Autism Faith Network Inc., PO Box 73122, Newnan, GA 30271
- Fundraise With Your Community.
Invite your congregation, small group, workplace, or friends to join you. Every dollar makes a difference!
- Start a peer-to-peer fundraiser and ask three friends to match your gift.
- Encourage your congregation to support the Autism Faith Network.
- Share this Post and Invite Others.
Your voice helps families find the resources they need and inspires others to give.
- Spread the word on social media
- Discuss our work in your faith community’s newsletter
- Text a friend about the Autism Faith Network.
Volunteer with Us
As volunteer operations ramp back up, we’re seeking people to help support our Manna from Heaven and Cheerful Giving initiatives. If you’ve volunteered before—or want to start—now’s a great time to reconnect.
➡️ Express your interest: https://autismfaithnetwork.com/volunteer
Looking Ahead
The next five years are full of promise. With your continued support, we will expand our programs, partner with more faith communities, and reach even more families who need encouragement and resources.
Together, we can build a world where autistic individuals and their families are not only accepted but fully embraced in their places of worship. Thank you for being part of our journey. The past five years would not have been possible without you, and the future is brighter because of your support.
With Gratitude,
Autism Faith Network Board of Directors