Autism Society Mahoning Valley

Teacher Mini Grants Program 2026
2026-06-29 13:00 - 2026-08-01 23:59 UTC
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley is now accepting applications for its annual Teacher Mini-Grants Program, which provides funding to educators serving autistic students and other learners with special needs throughout Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties. In previous years, Autism Society Teacher Mini-Grants have funded a variety of classroom projects designed to support autistic students and other learners with special needs. Funded initiatives have included sensory learning tools, communication supports for nonverbal students, flexible seating options, inclusive classroom libraries, social-emotional learning resources, life-skills development activities, and other innovative programs that enhance student engagement, independence, and success.
The program helps teachers bring innovative ideas to life by supporting classroom resources, sensory tools, communication supports, life-skills programming, and other initiatives that promote student success and inclusion.
Made possible by the generous support of Associated School Employees Credit Union the Teacher Mini-Grants Program invests directly in local classrooms and educators who help students with autism and other special needs thrive.
This year, ASMV will award three grants of $750, $500, and $250 to educators working in public and private schools throughout Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties. Applications are being accepted through August 1, 2026, and program guidelines and application materials are available at AutismMV.org.
Applications will be reviewed by the ASMV Education Committee, and grant recipients will be recognized and presented with their awards on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 7:30 PM, during a Teacher Appreciation Night hosted by Gorant Dessert Bar in Boardman. The event will celebrate the dedication, creativity, and impact of educators who support students with Autism throughout the Mahoning Valley.

Application must be submitted by the teacher, not a student’s parent. Parents, please share with your child’s teacher. Applications will be accepted from teachers who support autistic students preschool age through high school, including option 22. School must be located in Mahoning, Trumbull or Columbiana counties.
Teacher Mini Grants 2026 are Proudly Sponsored by: ASECU Associated School Employee Credit Union
Associated School Employees Credit Union is a unique, not-for-profit and member-owned credit union. Membership is available to anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties. Membership is also available to family members of members. Once you are a member, you are a member for life.
Visit their website at www.aescu.com

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Young Adult Career Explorations Week – 2026 Camp FRIEND Application Form
2026-08-03 09:30 - 2026-08-07 14:30
Young Adult Career Exploration Week – 2026 Camp FRIEND Application
August 3 @ 9:30 am – August 7 @ 2:30 pm
We are currently accepting Autistic youth and young adults into our Career Exploration Young Adult Camp FRIEND Week. This camp will take place the week of August 3rd-7th from 9:30 am to 2:30pm.
Camp Week will be held at the following locations:

The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, downtown Youngstown Main Branch
Goodwill Industries, Belmont Ave., Youngstown
Flying High, Experiential Farm
West Side Bowl, Mahoning Ave.

You must be able to provide transportation to and from each specific location on the day it is scheduled. TAKE NOTE: Locations of Camp will change throughout the week.
Campers will receive a full schedule of events prior to the start of camp. Individuals should be 14-22 years old and reside in Mahoning, Trumbull, or Columbiana Counties. Cost is a 175.00 registration fee.
Due to the nature of our activities and facility partnerships for this week, a certain level of independence is required.
It is important that participants:
– Be at a high school academic level to follow activities and staff direction.
– Be able to communicate meaningfully whether verbally or via AAC device.
– Require minimal behavioral and task assistance.
Autism Society staff consists of dedicated Autism experts and special education teachers.
Activities will be led by Camp Facilitators and community partners from the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, Goodwill, Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates, Flying High, and West Side Bowl.
All applications will be reviewed by our Adult Camp Week Facilitator and she will contact families with any questions to make sure that this program is a good fit for the individual. If there are no questions and the individual is accepted they will be emailed an acceptance letter.
Payments will be accepted through Square by credit card. If the individual is using county or other funds please coordinate with the funder for prompt payment.
Please email socialconnections@autismmv.org with any direct questions.

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Mom's Night Out - August 2026
2026-08-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Mojo’s Pub-n-Grill, 6292 Mahoning Avenue, Austintown, OH, 44515, United States
This month’s location is: Mojo’s Bar & Grill, Austintown

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Social Connections August Event
2026-08-15 11:00 - 14:30 | Kast Iron Soda Works, 420 E State St, Salem, OH, 44460, United States
If you are interested in joining, please reach out to our Social Connections facilitator prior to the date to socialconnectionsasmv@gmail.com and ask for the Social Connections Interest Form. Our facilitator, Jen Groce will then contact you to make sure the program is a good fit for you and give you a form to fill out for this month’s event. Each month an event form goes out so we know who is joining us. If you are already registered for the Social Connections program, contact Jen at socialconnectionsasmv@gmail.com for this month’s event form to fill out to register. Thank you!

My Way Movie August – Regal Cinema South — Boardman/South Ave
2026-08-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Regal Cinema South, 7420 South Ave, Boardman, OH, 44512, United States
Paw Patrol Movie (Sensory) –
Saturday, August 22. These movies start at 11am or noon typically. The time will show on their website the week of at Regal Cinema South Movie Tickets and Showtimes | Regal
Regal Cinema South – 7420 South Avenue, Boardman
Cost: Child & Senior: $12.49, Adults $13.49 (subject to change, contact Regal for current costs)
Save the Date for Upcoming My Way Matinee

Shawn of Sheep – Saturday, September 26
Forgotten Island – Saturday October 3
Cat in the Hat – Saturday November 14

My Way Movie September – Regal Cinema South — Boardman/South Ave
2026-09-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Regal Cinema South, 7420 South Ave, Boardman, OH, 44512, United States
Shawn of Sheep Movie (Sensory) –

Saturday, September 26 – These movies start at 11am or noon typically. The time will show on their website the week of at Regal Cinema South Movie Tickets and Showtimes | Regal

Regal Cinema South – 7420 South Avenue, Boardman
Cost: Child & Senior: $12.49, Adults $13.49 (subject to change, contact Regal for current costs)
Save the Date for Upcoming My Way Matinee

Forgotten island – Saturday October 3
Cat in the Hat – Saturday November 14

My Way Movie October – Regal Cinema South — Boardman/South Ave
2026-10-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Regal Cinema South, 7420 South Ave, Boardman, OH, 44512, United States
Forgotten Island Movie (Sensory) –
Saturday October 3. These movies start at 11am or noon typically. The time will show on their website the week of at Regal Cinema South Movie Tickets and Showtimes | Regal
Regal Cinema South – 7420 South Avenue, Boardman
Cost: Child & Senior: $12.49, Adults $13.49 (subject to change, contact Regal for current costs)
Save the Date for Upcoming My Way Matinee

Cat in the Hat – Saturday November 14

My Way Movie November – Regal Cinema South — Boardman/South Ave
2026-11-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Regal Cinema South, 7420 South Ave, Boardman, OH, 44512, United States
Cat in the Hat (Sensory) –

Saturday November 14

These movies start at 11am or noon typically. The time will show on their website the week of at Regal Cinema South Movie Tickets and Showtimes | Regal
Regal Cinema South – 7420 South Avenue, Boardman
Cost: Child & Senior: $12.49, Adults $13.49 (subject to change, contact Regal for current costs)
