Autism Society of Florida

What Autism Society of Florida does

The Autism Society of Florida (ASF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation founded in 1989 and operating as the statewide Florida affiliate of the Autism Society of America. Its mission is to support individuals with autism across the lifespan and their families through advocacy, education, and community connection, with primary service segments including people with autism and their families, first responders (police, fire, 911, ER), educators, military families, and adults on the spectrum. ASF delivers drowning-prevention training, first-responder autism awareness training, legislative advocacy, monthly virtual parent support groups (including a dedicated military parent group), and curated educational content covering wandering prevention, potty training, and nonspeaker supports.

The organization's core offerings are content and community programs rather than software products. These include the Autism Video Series (a membership-gated library of expert interviews), the REACH Podcast, downloadable Social Stories, a Vitalxchange partnership providing a free community-matching app, and structured training curricula (First Responder Training, CPR/drowning prevention via the American Red Cross). There is no proprietary technology platform; digital operations rely on the autismfl.org website, Zoom, Constant Contact email, and organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube). All operations are delivered by a volunteer base of 1–10 individuals, predominantly parents of children on the spectrum and autistic self-advocates.

ASF's revenue model is a hybrid of donations, recurring membership dues, tiered corporate sponsorships (Star $1,000, Champion $2,500, Hero $5,000), a $10,000 Premiere Partner program, and minor merchandise sales. Core services are provided free of charge. Financial figures are not publicly disclosed. The organization is sustained by a mix of individual donors and an institutional partner roster that includes Royal Caribbean, the Florida Panthers, the Dan Marino Foundation, Simply Healthcare Plans, the Hussman Foundation, and Alpha Injury Law, alongside mission-aligned nonprofit partners such as the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, American Red Cross, and Communication 4 ALL.

Name

Autism Society of Florida

Legal name

Autism Society of Florida

Website

https://autismfl.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Autism Society of Florida is a 501(c)(3) statewide affiliate of the Autism Society of America, providing free advocacy, education, drowning-prevention, first-responder training, and support-group services to individuals with autism and their families across Florida.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Advocacy and Support Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Autism Parent/Caregiver Education & Training (School-Linked) (EDAKAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism Communication Support (AAC, Pragmatics & Language) (EDAKAKAG), Autism Support Instructional Materials (Structured Teaching, Visual Supports) (EDAGAMAK)

Keywords

• Autism support services
• Autism advocacy
• Parent support groups
• First responder training
• Drowning prevention education

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. ASF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Donations immediately benefit the community.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship program with three tiers: Star ($1,000), Champion ($2,500), and Hero ($5,000). Sponsors can direct contributions to specific initiatives.
3. Membership Dues: Annual membership provides access to video content, resources, advocacy opportunities, and monthly updates about autism legislation and initiatives.
4. Premiere Partner Program: Corporate partners contribute finances and in-kind support worth $10,000 to help build a stronger autism community in Florida.
5. ASF Merchandise: Sale of ASF branded merchandise including apparel and promotional items through the online shop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Autism Society of Florida is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers support, advocacy, and educational resources to individuals with autism and their families across Florida. Offerings include parent support groups, first responder training, drowning prevention programs, downloadable social stories, expert video content (REACH Podcast and Autism Video Series), legislative advocacy, and the Vitalxchange community app.

Product overview

The Autism Society of Florida operates as a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of advocacy, educational, and support programs rather than a unified software product. The core offerings include the Autism Video Series (a membership-gated content platform featuring expert interviews), REACH Podcast (expert guidance presentations), and Social Stories (downloadable PowerPoint resources for common activities). These are complemented by community programs such as virtual Support Groups for parents and military families, and training programs including First Responder Training for first responders. The organization also partners with Vitalxchange (a free app for community connection) and promotes the Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine subscription. Merchandise is available through the ASF Merch shop.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Autism Video Series
• Social Stories
• Support Groups
• REACH Podcast
• First Responder Training
• Vitalxchange Community App
• ASF Merch
• Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine
• Wandering Prevention Resources
• Potty Training Resources

Quantifiable outcome

• Drowning is the #1 cause of death in autism; Florida leads in child drownings. Kids with ASD are 160 times more likely to experience drowning than neurotypical peers.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VitalxchangecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Vitalxchange to provide a FREE APP that offers valuable information, resources, and support while giving users the opportunity to share their own experience and knowledge. ASF was one of the first to introduce online programs through this partnership.
• Communication 4 ALLcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Communication 4 ALL nonprofit to provide resources for nonspeakers with autism. C4A Academy offers internet-based instructional videos that guide families and educators through teaching nonspeakers how to type, free of charge.
• Autism Society of AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide affiliate of the Autism Society of America, providing localized support and resources specific to Florida residents while maintaining connection to national autism advocacy efforts.
• I Rock BehaviorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerI Rock Behavior provides free social stories for children with autism through downloadable PowerPoint format, allowing families to customize content for their specific needs.
• Alpha Injury LawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Premiere Partner contributing finances and in-kind support. Recognized on the ASF website and promoted to members and followers.
• Simply Healthcare PlansminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Premiere Partner contributing finances and in-kind support. Recognized on the ASF website and promoted to members and followers.
• Hussman FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Premiere Partner contributing finances and in-kind support. Recognized on the ASF website and promoted to members and followers.
• American Red CrossminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for CPR training and drowning prevention initiatives. Red Cross provides training resources for parents and water safety instructors.
• National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for water safety and drowning prevention programs. NDPA provides accurate information and guidance for families and professionals regarding drowning prevention.
• Florida PanthersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Premiere Partner. Professional sports team partnership for autism awareness and community support.
• Dan Marino FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Premiere Partner contributing finances and in-kind support for autism community programs.
• Royal CaribbeanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Premiere Partner. Recognized for supporting autism community initiatives.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Easterseals: Major disability services nonprofit providing autism services, advocacy, and family support across the US. Comparable to ASF in providing family resources, advocacy, and community programs, but operates at significantly larger scale with paid staff and paid services.
• Autism Speaks: One of the largest autism advocacy and research nonprofits in the US. Comparable to ASF in mission (advocacy, family services, resources, safety initiatives) but operates at national scale with significantly larger fundraising capacity and a paid staff.
• May Institute: Nonprofit providing autism and behavioral health services across the lifespan, including educational consulting and family resources. Comparable to ASF in serving individuals with autism across the lifespan and providing family/educator resources, though operates paid service programs.
• Autism Society of America: The national parent organization of which ASF is a statewide affiliate. Comparable because it operates the same advocacy, support, and resource model at a national scale, with overlapping donor bases, mission, and program categories (parent support, advocacy, first responder training).
• The Arc: National organization advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism. Comparable to ASF in advocacy and family education, with overlapping state-chapter structure similar to ASF's Florida model.

Direct peers

• Organization for Autism Research (OAR): National autism nonprofit focused on applied research and resources for families and educators. Comparable to ASF in providing educational resources and parent guidance, though more research-driven and education-focused.
• Communication 4 ALL: Nonprofit providing free instructional resources for nonspeakers with autism, and a core partner of ASF. Directly comparable in mission and delivery model (free online resources, volunteer/community-driven, parent/caregiver education).
• National Autism Association: National nonprofit focused on safety, wandering prevention, drowning prevention, and family support for individuals with autism. Directly comparable to ASF's drowning and wandering programs, with overlapping donor bases and similar educational resource distribution model.
• National Drowning Prevention Alliance: National water safety nonprofit that is a core strategic partner of ASF. Comparable because it provides drowning prevention content, training, and resources — overlapping with ASF's drowning prevention initiative that addresses the #1 cause of death in autism.
• Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism: National autism nonprofit funding services, education, and advocacy. Comparable to ASF in family support, community engagement, and corporate partnership-driven fundraising, though operates nationally and is grantmaking rather than directly service-providing.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/autismflorida
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCrZ23NHaMs4VgLq9h5NQwPQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/autismflorida
• Instagraminstagram.com/autismsocietyflorida
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/autism-society-of-florida

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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