Be 1 of 500.
Help weave a safety net for thousands of autistic individuals and families in the Mahoning Valley.
One thread may seem small, but 500 threads woven together create something powerful.
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley is building a
Circle of Giving. 500 dedicated supporters committed to giving $20 or more per month.
4,000+ individuals and families served each year
500 monthly donors needed to sustain services
$20 or more per month creates real, local impact
100% focused on the Mahoning Valley community
Every Thread Counts
More than 7,000 people in the Mahoning Valley live with Autism. Over 100,000 more caregivers, teachers, counselors, family members are right there with them every single day.
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley makes their lives easier and better by reducing barriers and anxiety, creating community, and advancing well-being, accessibility, acceptance, and support.
We provide hope. But hope needs a foundation.
The 500 Project is how we build that foundation.
When 500 people commit to give $20 or more a month, we create a steady, reliable source of support, ensuring that no one has to navigate Autism alone.
Help Us Reach 500
We’re building something together—and every new donor strengthens the circle.
We need [### remaining] more supporters to complete the Circle of Giving.
What Your Commitment Makes Possible
Your monthly gift becomes a vital thread in our community:
Connection Thread
Provides social events where individuals can build friendships and find belonging.
Understanding Thread
Funds support groups for parents navigating a new diagnosis; Spaces where no explanation is needed, because everyone understands.
Advocacy & Growth Thread
Supports outreach, advocacy, and access, helping make the Mahoning Valley more inclusive and accessible for all.
For the First Time…Someone Got It.
“When my child was diagnosed, I felt like my world was spinning.
Then I found a support group through the Autism Society.
For the first time, I sat in a room where no one needed an explanation. They just understood.
That space changed everything for me.”
Your $20 or more helps create that room. That moment. That connection.
Simple. Meaningful. Powerful.
Step 1:
Join the Circle with a monthly gift of $20 or more
Step 2:
Become one of 500 “Threads of Support”
Step 3:
Help sustain programs that change lives daily
- Secure, recurring donation
- Cancel anytime
- 100% local impact
As a recurring donor and member of the Circle of Giving, you will receive a custom vinyl decal as a thank you for your support. Display it proudly as a symbol of your partnership with the Autism Society of Mahoning Valley and your commitment to our community
Join the Circle of Giving
Your $20 a month is more than a donation. It’s a thread of support.
Every thread strengthens our foundation. And a stronger foundation means more
hope for thousands of families who need it most.
$20/month
$50/month
$200/month
We’re Close. We Need You.
Every thread matters. Every person counts.
Help us reach 500 and build a stronger, more connected community for individuals and families living with autism.
Support the Autism Society of Mahoning Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your donation is automatically processed each month, providing steady, reliable support for our programs.
Yes—your commitment is flexible and can be adjusted or canceled whenever needed.
Your gift directly supports programs, services, and advocacy efforts for individuals and families in the Mahoning Valley.
Yes. The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley is a registered nonprofit organization