Autism Speaks. It's time to listen.

April is National Autism Awareness Month

Did you know......

• Autism now affects 1 in 68 children and 1 in 42 boys
• Autism prevalence figures are growing.
• Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the U.S.
• Autism costs families $60,000 a year on average.
• Boys are nearly 5 times more likely to develop Autism than girls.
• There is no medical detection or cure for Autism.

Click here to learn more about Autism and what causes it.

Interested in Donating or Volunteering for Autism Speaks?

Click here to find an Autism Speaks walk near you!

You can help spread Autism awareness in a number of ways!

 

Give your money:

1. Donate directly.
2. Support a walk.
3. Donate in someone's honor.
4. Find a tribute.
5. Create a fundraising page in someone's honor.
6. Shop the Autism Speaks store.
7. Shop Autism Speaks partner stores.

Give your time:

1. Volunteer for a walk.
2. Sign up for e-mails.
3. Join on Twitter and Facebook.