In preparation for this special evening, please read through this information to ensure a successful experience.

The back-to-school season can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time for all children, but it can pose unique challenges for those on the autism spectrum or with neurodiverse challenges. As a parent or caregiver, you want to ensure that your child has a positive and successful experience when returning to school.

At Grant a Gift Autism Foundation - Ackerman Center, we firmly believe in empowering individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions to unlock their full potential. Through our Vocational Programs, in collaboration with community partners, we strive to provide the necessary support for teens and young adults with autism to gain meaningful employment or prepare to start their own businesses.

The event, held at the Luxor Hotel and Casino, not only captivated attendees with its signature blend of music, comedy, and stunning visuals but also made a remarkable impact on the community. Thanks to the over 675 community members, families, and supporters in attendance, the show raised an amazing $13,000 in support of Grant a Gift.

On Saturday, April 22nd, the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation - Ackerman Center held its 14th Annual RACE FOR HOPE 5K at Town Square Las Vegas. With one of the largest attendance records in recent history of 760 participants - both in-person and virtual attendance - and 22 vendors providing valuable information to the community, the walk exceeded goals and raised over $120,000.

Ready, set, go! Here are the details you need to know if you are racing for hope on Saturday, April 22nd!

Las Vegas is home to a vibrant community of individuals with autism and their families, as well as organizations and professionals dedicated to improving their lives. This April, several events are happening in the Las Vegas area that aim to raise awareness and promote autism acceptance.

Two new reports detailing prevalence rates, characteristics, and screening and diagnostic information for autism spectrum disorder have been released today by the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) network of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Please help us welcome our NEW Speech Therapist, Jamey Proffitt, M.S./CCC-SLP! Jamey received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Speech Pathology/Audiology from West Virginia University and her Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Clarion University of Pennsylvania.

As an organization, we have been through a lot of change over the past several years, but this year we saw great accomplishment, advancement, and hope for the future.