National Autism Association

What National Autism Association does

National Autism Association (NAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2003 and headquartered in Barrington, Rhode Island. The organization provides free, tangible safety, educational, and communication resources to families, caregivers, educators, clinicians, and first responders serving the U.S. autism community. Its core programs include the Big Red Safety Box (a physical kit shipped to families to prevent wandering and elopement, with 70,000+ units distributed since 2011), the Give A Voice Program (providing assistive communication technology access for nonspeaking individuals), the Autism ATRIUM training initiative (free webinars and a downloadable resource library), the Big Red Safety Teacher Toolkit (extending safety resources into K-12 schools), and the Spot ASD by 3 early screening initiative.

NAA operates a donation-funded, direct-to-consumer distribution model. All programs are provided at no charge to beneficiaries, and the organization relies on tax-deductible contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations, including a major sponsorship from the U.S. Department of Justice / Bureau of Justice Assistance, plus funding from Optum, Algonot, and other partners. Distribution occurs through direct mail of physical kits, free digital downloads, an e-commerce safety shop, toll-free phone and email support, and webinars. The organization has put resources into the hands of over 60,000 families, trained over 1,000 first responders annually, and shipped toolkits to over 2,000 schools. There is no proprietary technology platform or AI component; the technical stack is limited to standard nonprofit tooling (Donorbox, Constant Contact, and social media).

Name

National Autism Association

Legal name

National Autism Association

Website

https://nationalautism.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

National Autism Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that distributes free autism safety, education, and communication resources to families, educators, clinicians, and first responders across the U.S., funded entirely by donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Disability Advocacy and Support Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Autism Assistive Technology & Learning Tools (Educational) (EDAKAKAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism Support Instructional Materials (Structured Teaching, Visual Supports) (EDAGAMAK), Autism Classroom & School Program Support (Inclusion/Resource) (EDAKAKAC), Autism Early Intervention (Educational) (EDAKAKAB), Assistive Technology & AAC for Young Children (EDACAFAL)

Keywords

• Autism safety resources
• Wandering prevention programs
• Nonprofit disability services
• Autism education webinars
• Assistive communication access

Headquarters

HQ city

Barrington

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 and Charitable Contributions: NAA operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization accepting tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations to fund its free programs and resources for the autism community.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

National Autism Association (NAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free, tangible safety resources and educational programs to families, caregivers, educators, clinicians, and first responders affected by autism. Core offerings include the Big Red Safety Box (physical safety kit shipped to prevent wandering/elopement), the Give A Voice communication access program, Autism ATRIUM webinars and digital library, and the Spot ASD by 3 early screening initiative.

Product overview

National Autism Association offers a portfolio of tangible, no-cost programs and resources designed for families, caregivers, educators, clinicians, and first responders. The core offerings include the Big Red Safety Box (a physical safety kit shipped to families to prevent wandering/elopement), the Give A Voice Program (providing assistive communication technology access), Autism ATRIUM (a free training and webinar program with digital library), and Spot ASD by 3 (early screening initiative). These are complemented by downloadable toolkits addressing specific life stages and challenges including IEP processes, sibling support, age of majority transitions, and grandparent guidance. The Big Red Safety Teacher Toolkit extends family-focused safety resources into educational settings. All programs are provided at no charge as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Big Red Safety Box A physical safety resource kit shipped to families of individuals with autism, containing safety brochures, identification tools, and prevention materials designed to prevent dangerous wandering and elopement incidents. Free to families in the U.S.
• Give A Voice Program Provides access to communication methods and assistive technology for individuals with autism who are nonspeaking or unreliably speaking, enabling them to communicate effectively. Free program for eligible families.
• Autism ATRIUM NAA's training and educational initiative that provides free webinars (WebiNAArs), downloadable toolkits, one-sheeters, and educational materials covering autism-related topics including medical issues, therapies, and practical guidance for families.
• Spot ASD by 3 An early screening initiative helping parents and caregivers identify early signs of autism in children by age 3 through screening tests and educational resources.
• Big Red Safety Teacher Toolkit A safety toolkit designed specifically for educators and school staff to help keep students with autism safe, complementing the Big Red Safety Box for families. Shipped free to schools.
• Autism Swim Connect Registry A registry connecting individuals with autism to water safety resources and swimming instruction services to prevent drowning incidents.
• Meet The Police A program helping individuals with autism and first responders build positive relationships and preparing families for interactions with law enforcement during emergency situations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 70,000 Big Red Safety Boxes shipped to families since 2011
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Autism Parenting MagazineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAutism Parenting Magazine partners with NAA by offering promotional support and sponsorship for autism awareness initiatives.
• Valley Self DefenseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerValley Self Defense partners with NAA to support autism safety initiatives, potentially contributing to water safety and prevention programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Autism Research Institute (ARI): A long-standing autism nonprofit (founded 1967) producing research, webinars, and family-support resources. Directly comparable to NAA in operating educational webinars, publishing toolkits for families, and providing physician/clinician-facing content.
• Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism: A family-focused autism nonprofit funding direct services, safety programs, and family support. Comparable to NAA in serving families of individuals with autism, providing grants and tangible resources, and operating regional safety initiatives.
• Organization for Autism Research (OAR): A national autism nonprofit that funds applied research and provides free educational resources to families and educators. Comparable to NAA in nonprofit structure, donor-funded model, and provision of free toolkits and guides for the autism community.
• Autism Speaks: The largest U.S. autism advocacy and research nonprofit, funding research, advocacy, and family services. Directly comparable to NAA in serving the autism community with awareness campaigns, family resources, and safety-related content, but at much greater scale and budget.
• Autism Society of America: A national grassroots autism organization founded in 1965, providing advocacy, education, information, and referrals. Closely comparable to NAA in mission, audience (families and individuals with autism), and national reach via affiliates and support groups.

Emerging players

• Amaze (Autism Education / Amaze.org): An autism education and resource organization producing digital content, videos, and learning materials aimed at autistic individuals, families, and educators. Comparable to NAA's ATRIUM digital library and downloadable toolkits in audience and delivery model.
• Different Brains: A smaller neurodiversity-focused nonprofit producing educational videos, webinars, and advocacy content for the autism and broader neurodiversity community. Comparable to NAA's Autism ATRIUM webinar/digital library model, but at a smaller scale and broader neurodiversity scope.

Broad incumbents

• The Arc: The largest U.S. national disability advocacy organization, serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism. Comparable to NAA in advocacy and family resources for the autism community, but with a much broader I/DD focus.
• Easterseals: A major national disability services nonprofit providing direct services (therapy, child development, housing) across many disabilities. Comparable to NAA in 501(c)(3) structure and donor-funded mission serving people with disabilities, but operates at much greater scale and breadth.

Regional players

• Kerry's Place Autism Services: A leading Canadian autism services nonprofit providing residential, day, and community-based programs across Ontario. Comparable to NAA in mission and family-focused support, but operates regionally in Canada rather than the U.S. national market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/NationalAutism
• Facebookfacebook.com/nationalautism
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/national-autism-association
• Instagraminstagram.com/NationalAutism

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

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