Autism Life and Living, Inc.
About Us
Helping Youth & Young Adults with Autism and Related Needs Thrive
Autism Life and Living (ALL) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Arizona, founded by a dedicated mother of two young men with autism. Driven by the urgent need for long-term housing and meaningful support options for her sons and others like them, she created ALL as a beacon of hope for youth and young adults with autism and other intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). ALL provides programs designed to empower neurodiverse individuals through life skills education, workforce development, social engagement, relationship-building classes, and resource navigation. With a long-term vision of creating a safe, inclusive independent living community, ALL is committed to ensuring that the most vulnerable among us have the opportunity to live self-directed lives filled with safety, dignity, and purpose.
“We’re not a service you access. We’re a community you belong to” ~Lisa Schey, Founder & CEO
THANK YOU for Balling for ALL! 💚💙🏓
To our players, spectators, partners, prize donors, volunteers and everyone who helped spread the word — thank you for making Ball for ALL: Pickle for Purpose such a meaningful community event.
Your support helps Autism Life and Living continue creating opportunities for greater independence, inclusion and connection.
We’ll be sharing more photos and highlights soon. For now, know how grateful we are to have you in the ALL community.
Learn more about the ALL, our awesome community and why we do events like this: autismlifeandliving.org/
#BallForALL #PickleForPurpose #ThankYou #AutismLifeAndLiving #AllForALL
Awesome!! Well done!!
TODAY’S THE DAY! 🏓💚💙
Ball for ALL: Pickle for Purpose is here!
Today is about more than pickleball. It’s about community, connection, inclusion and creating opportunity.
To every player, spectator, partner, donor, volunteer and supporter joining us today: THANK YOU for being part of Ball for ALL.
#BallForALL #PickleForPurpose #AutismLifeAndLiving #AllForALL
TOMORROW! 🏓🎉
Ball for ALL: Pickle for Purpose is finally here tomorrow!
We can’t wait to welcome our players, spectators, partners, donors and supporters for a day of fun, connection and impact.
Get your paddles ready. Bring your energy. And get ready to Ball for ALL!
See you tomorrow! 💚💙
#BallForALL #PickleForPurpose #Tomorrow #AutismLifeAndLiving
🚨 LAST CALL TO BALL FOR ALL!
We’re just days away from Ball for ALL: Pickle for Purpose.
If you’ve been thinking about joining us, this is your reminder: grab your partner, register and get ready for October 24!
Not playing? Come cheer us on from the stands and be part of an incredible community event.
The countdown is ON. 🏓
#BallForALL #PickleForPurpose #LastCall #AutismLifeAndLiving
💙 Your Donation. Their Future. Your Tax Credit.
Did you know you can support a great cause AND potentially receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona state income taxes? That's what we call a WIN-WIN! 🙌
When you donate to Autism Life and Living (ALL), you're helping create opportunities for greater independence, life skills, meaningful connections, and a brighter future for neurodivergent individuals.
And thanks to the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit, your generosity can benefit you, too!
💚 For the 2026 tax year:
• Up to $506 in tax credits for individual filers
• Up to $1,009 for married couples filing jointly
That's a dollar-for-dollar credit against your Arizona state income tax liability, up to the eligible limit. And you don't have to itemize to qualify!
You give. Our community grows. Everybody wins!
💙 Learn more and donate: autismlifeandliving.org/ways-to-give/
Arizona QCO Code: 22589
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Certified Autism Center
Autism Life and Living has worked with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to be designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all. Learn more about what it means to be a Certified Autism Center™
How It Started
The Concept
One of the most compelling and foundational stories we share about Autism Life and Living (ALL) is the story of our inception. ALL was founded by a determined single mother of two young men with autism. Her journey of navigating the challenges and triumphs of raising her sons highlighted a significant support service and housing gap for young adults with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD).
This gap left many families struggling to find suitable and supportive environments where their children could thrive independently. Her experience and vision led to the creation of ALL, driven by the belief that these vulnerable individuals are not only capable of learning and achieving independence but also of becoming self-determined, productive members of society. This story is a testament to the power of a mother’s love and advocacy, demonstrating how personal struggles can inspire significant community change and support.
Lisa and her boys-2007
Statistics Matter
Why We Do What We Do
Our 2025 Impact:
$98K
In-Kind Donations
$457K
Revenue Generated
1,230
Volunteer Hours
44
Classes/Events Held
385
Individuals Served
334
Stakeholders
Your Support Makes a Difference
Financials
At Autism Life and Living, Inc., we are committed to making sure your donation has the greatest impact. We prioritize keeping costs outside of our programs as low as possible, ensuring that most of your contribution directly supports those in need. This means you can trust that your generous gift is helping fund initiatives that are shaping a better future for the children in our community.
Meet Our Mascot and The Community She Will Call Home
ALLy the Squirrel at Oak Tree Ranch
The symbolism of our names:
Oak Tree Ranch
The Mighty Oak
- Strength
- Great Potential
- Generosity
- Resolve
- Stability
- Protection
ALLy the Squirrel
Squirrels
- Social
- Close-knit
- Prepared
- Hardworking
- Playful
- Goal-oriented
