John, what did you want to be when you were a kid?

Here at Autism Speaks, we believe every single autistic kid, young person and adult deserves the equal chance to achieve their full potential and chase their dreams in a world that accepts them for exactly who they are.

As the parent of a child with autism (we love you, Bean) and an Autism Speaks employee, I know just how much it means to give someone with autism that spark of inspiration or the deeper sense of purpose through a job.

In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, one of our amazing supporters is 2X matching every donation, up to $50,000, so that you can make DOUBLE the impact this October for the autistic community! Please, give now to help TWICE the people with autism access free resources and powerful tools to find employment and opportunities to excel in their communities.

When you step up today with your matched gift, you can feel immense pride knowing that your generosity goes to work helping eager jobseekers on the spectrum find dignity, stability and community through Autism Speaks' Workplace Inclusion Now (WIN) initiatives like:

• An accessible, all-digital job-sourcing platform for autistic jobseekers and interested employers.
• Trainings and consultations for employers to learn how to promote and build inclusive, empowering workplaces.
• Workshops and thought leadership conferences for communities to gain awareness and deep understanding of the autistic community.

John, we envision nothing less than a world where every autistic child can follow their dreams and every autistic adult can reach their potential – in the workplace, in their community and in their own heart. Unique and hopeful spirits like my Bean.

Will you take advantage of this limited-time 2X MATCH for Disability Employment Month to make TWICE the impact for the autistic community in DC and across the country?

We're so grateful to have you in the Autism Speaks family,

J-Jaye
Autism Response Team Specialist