autism society central virginia

Name

autism society central virginia

Legal name

Autism Society of Central Virginia

Website

https://ascv.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Autism Support Services / Disability Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Child and Youth Services (624110), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Autism-Specific Schools & Programs (EDAKAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism Parent/Caregiver Education & Training (School-Linked) (EDAKAKAJ), Autism Transition Planning & Postsecondary Readiness (Educational) (EDAKAKAK)

Keywords

• Autism support services
• Disability advocacy programs
• Sensory-friendly programs
• Special needs resources
• Community inclusion services

Headquarters

HQ city

Glen Allen

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Individual donors contribute to support autism education, awareness, advocacy, and direct services to local autistic individuals and families.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors support events and programs including the annual 5K, Duck Race, Gala, and ongoing programming. Sponsors include companies like CoStar, fas mart, and various local businesses.
3. Membership Dues: Household and individual memberships provide access to programs, events, and member benefits including discounts on fee-based programs and exclusive perks at local businesses.
4. Event-Based Fundraising: Annual events including the 5K & Family Fun Day, RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion, and Gala raise significant funds. The 2024 5K raised $180,000, the 2024 Duck Race raised over $232,000, and the 2023 Gala raised $300,000.
5. Program Fees: Fee-based programs generate revenue with member discounts available. Summer camps, respite nights, and other programs may have associated fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Autism Society Central Virginia delivers more than 60 social, recreational, support, and educational programs for individuals with autism across all ages (preschool through adult) in Central Virginia. Core offerings include the Autism Friendly Communities training and certification program for businesses, signature fundraising and community events (5K & Family Fun Day, RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion, Gala), the iCan Swim adaptive swim program, Wings for Autism airport rehearsal, support groups, summer camps, an online Resource Directory, educational webinars, information and referral services, and scholarship financial assistance.

Product overview

The Autism Society of Central Virginia (ASCV) operates as a nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive suite of programs and services for individuals with autism and their families. The core offering includes over 60 programs spanning social, recreational, support, and educational categories across all age groups (preschool through adult). Key programs include summer camps, support groups, and the ASCV Mobile App (powered by Mindbody for registration). The organization also provides the Autism Friendly Communities training program for businesses, manages signature events including the annual 5K & Family Fun Day and RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion, and hosts the Life in the Community Conference. Additional services include a Resource Directory, Information & Referral services, Educational Webinars, Scholarships & Financial Assistance, and the Life in the Community Conference for transition-aged youth.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ASCV Programs
• Autism Friendly Communities (AFC) Training Program
• 5K and Family Fun Day
• RVA Duck Race and Festival of Inclusion
• Life in the Community Conference
• iCan Swim Program
• Wings for Autism
• Law Enforcement Safety Seminar
• Resource Directory
• Information and Referral Services
• Educational Webinars
• Scholarships and Financial Assistance
• ASCV Mobile App

Quantifiable outcome

• 11,200+ participants served in 2025 programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Beyond BoundariescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeyond Boundaries is a key program partner that creates experiential activities for ASCV members including rock climbing, pontoon boat rides, scavenger hunts, fishing trips, campouts, and more. The partnership expands the number of engaging programs available to the autism community and was honored with the 2022 Mission Partner Award.
• iCan ShinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartneriCan Shine collaborated with ASCV to bring the first-ever iCan Swim Program to Richmond, VA. The 5-day program hosts 30 individuals and provides adaptive swim lessons for people with disabilities to learn water safety skills and work toward aquatic goals.
• NOVA of Virginia AquaticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNOVA of Virginia Aquatics hosted the iCan Swim Program at their Richmond facility, providing the pool and infrastructure for the adaptive swim lesson program serving 30 individuals.
• KidMed Pediatric Urgent CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKidMed was the first for-profit organization to receive ASCV's 'Autism Friendly Communities' designation. All four KidMed locations underwent staff training and facility upgrades including sensory-friendly rooms, sensory kits, and customized protocols for treating autistic patients.
• Richmond Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASCV co-hosted the first-ever Law Enforcement Safety Seminar with Richmond Police Department for teens and adults with autism. The event provided hands-on training on traffic stops, 911 calls, court procedures, and crisis intervention, with officers receiving autism training.
• Richmond International Airport / Capital Region Airport CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to host Wings for Autism program, the largest event of its type at the airport. Over 100 families experienced the full airport process including check-in, TSA, boarding, and aircraft familiarization to reduce travel barriers for autistic individuals.
• Delta Air LinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelta partnered with ASCV and Richmond International Airport for the Wings for Autism program, allowing families to practice the complete air travel experience including boarding a stationary aircraft.
• River City Inclusive Gym (RCIG)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRCIG partnered with ASCV to offer fitness classes accessible to autistic adults. ASCV's Fitability program connects members to gym programming at RCIG facilities.
• CoStarcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCoStar is the presenting sponsor of the annual RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion, providing major financial support for this signature sensory-friendly community event.
• fas martcoreGTM or Marketing Partnerfas mart sponsors the $10,000 grand prize for the RVA Duck Race, supporting the major fundraising event.
• Lewis Ginter Botanical GardenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner hosting ASCV family outings and annual events. ASCV delivers training to their staff on autism accessibility.
• TrueTimber BackyardminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosted spring break camp for ASCV participants, providing venue and activities for children with autism.
• Jacob's ChancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJacob's Chance is a strong community partner providing athletics, enrichment, and community programming. Their founder Kate Mardigian received the 2023 Mission Exemplifier Award.

Scale indicators12 records

Broad incumbents

• Best Buddies International: National nonprofit creating one-to-one friendships and programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable to ASCV in community-building mission and signature events (Best Buddies Friendship Walk).
• Autism Speaks: Large national autism advocacy and services organization with significant fundraising capability (signature walks, corporate partnerships). Comparable in mission and donor base but operates at much greater scale and broader geographic reach.
• Autism Society of America: The national parent organization of which ASCV is a local affiliate. Operates the national programmatic, advocacy, and resource infrastructure that ASCV's model is built upon; the closest umbrella peer given the direct affiliation.
• Easterseals: National nonprofit serving people with autism and other disabilities through programs, services, advocacy, and fundraising events. Comparable to ASCV in mission and event-based fundraising model but operating at vastly larger national scale.

Direct peers

• Virginia Autism Foundation: Statewide Virginia nonprofit dedicated to autism services, advocacy, and resource navigation. Directly comparable to ASCV in mission and service portfolio, with potentially broader geographic overlap within Virginia.
• Special Olympics Virginia: Virginia state affiliate providing year-round sports training and competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities including autism. Closely comparable to ASCV in recreational programming, fundraising events, and geographic scope.
• Jacob's Chance: Greater Richmond-based nonprofit providing athletics, enrichment, and community programs for individuals of all abilities. Core ASCV partner and a direct functional peer in disability-inclusive recreational programming.
• The Arc of Virginia: Virginia-based nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism, offering advocacy, family support, and community programs. Directly comparable to ASCV in geography, mission, and service mix.

Emerging players

• Organization for Autism Research (OAR): National autism organization focused on research and applied science for individuals with autism and their families. Comparable in advocacy and resource orientation though differentiated by research-first focus rather than direct service delivery.
• Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism: National autism-focused nonprofit funding direct service programs, technology, and financial assistance for families. Comparable to ASCV in mission and scholarship/community-program focus, though operating at national scale with different funding mechanism.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@autismsocietycentralva
• Facebookfacebook.com/AutismSocietyCentralVA
• Instagraminstagram.com/autismsocietycentralva
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-autism-society-of-central-virginia

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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