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Donations to AFO are tax-deductible and directly improve the lives of Oklahomans with autism and their families.
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The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma is pleased to announce that we have established an endowment fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation to support the AFO’s mission in perpetuity!
The invested endowment fund is a permanent fund that awards grants back to our organization each year to support our general operations.
Donations to our endowment fund can be made through the Oklahoma City Community Foundation and will currently be matched by a grant from the Kirkpatrick Family Fund. The Foundation can accept gifts of cash, complex assets, cryptocurrency, oil and gas interests, and real estate.
To learn more about how you can support AFO’s new endowment fund, contact us at (405)237-8390 or the Oklahoma City Community Foundation at (405) 235-5603.
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From Our Community
I am an autistic self-advocate and autism researcher who has partnered with AFO and participated in their programming for many years. Because of AFO, I have spoken at multiple autism advocacy days, participated in social events, appeared on their podcast, and even been in the documentary Surviving the Spectrum. Through AFO, I have made wonderful friends and had the opportunity to share my story and discuss topics important to me as an autistic person and researcher. I am so thankful for AFO and the work they do to support autistic Oklahomans and their families like me.
-Gale
Being a part of AFO means I have something to look forward to every month. Their socials have connected me with like-minded people that I would struggle to find anywhere else. In a time when it's more complicated than ever to make friends as an adult, AFO serves as an oasis of people who are both understanding and friendly. I love that we accept everyone with open arms, and the events are all fun and enjoyable.
-Trevor
Being a part of AFO has been so important to me. I've been able to find friendship and meet like-minded individuals in the area. It's been great to have a space to unmask and not feel the social pressure to fit in. As a recently diagnosed individual, I have found a true sense of community with AFO. Even with lower support needs, I feel like this group helps support all individuals on the spectrum. We all feel included and encouraged by AFO and what they've done for all of us.
-Morgan
Sisu is proud to be an inclusive and affirming employer, and we welcome individuals of all abilities who are dedicated to ending youth homelessness in OKC. Our team greatly benefited from the LEAD – Neurodiversity in the Workplace training, and we are excited to better support our staff and clients. Partnerships like these empower us to create a more equitable and supportive future for our community.
-Rachel Bradley, Executive Director of Sisu