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Help Individuals with ASD Today!

Not everyone has access to the best care or resources while living with autism. With 1 in 40 children being diagnosed with ASD in the Fayetteville, NC area, there is a gap in funding. As a top-rated charity, your donation to The Connect Foundation goes directly to an individual with ASD who’s in need, providing them with the funding they need to cover services needed to develop life skills and contribute to our community. Make your donation today.

Who We Help

The Connect Foundation supports individuals with disabilities, particularly those with autism, who face significant funding gaps for essential services.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

The foundation prioritizes individuals with autism who require financial assistance for therapies and support services.

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

They also help those with other developmental disabilities who need access to critical services.

What We Fund

Residential and Transitional Housing

Support for housing initiatives that promote independent living for adults with disabilities.

Job Training and Employment Support

Funding for vocational training programs that help individuals gain employment skills and secure jobs.

Life Skills Development

Programs aimed at teaching daily living skills, enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Financial Assistance

The Connect Foundation provides financial support to families struggling with the high costs of disability care, ensuring they can afford the necessary treatments and services. By bridging these financial gaps, the foundation helps individuals with disabilities access essential services and achieve greater independence.

 FAQs

  • The Connect Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides funding for people with ASD that either lack insurance or are under insured. We aim to make sure people have access to the specialized services necessary to support them to accomplish their definition of a quality life.

  • Our headquarters is located in the downtown Fayetteville area. Our mailing address is the Connect Foundation – PO Box 53324, Fayetteville, NC 28305-3324.

  • Cumberland County

  • Please first complete and submit our application so we can document what you need and see if our services are the right fit. We are applying for multiple grants for a variety of service areas. Once we have funding for the service area your loved one needs, we will be ready with your contact information.

  • The Connect Foundation provides funding for select ASD services. We partners with local and national programs to implement those services. Services include:

    • Residential Options

    • Community Inclusion

    • Employment Opportunities

    • Social Skills Training

    • Rights Training

    • Music/Art Therapy