About

About
Autism Life and Living, Inc.

About Us

Helping Youth & Young Adults with Autism Thrive

Founded by a passionate mom, ALL is a beacon of hope for youth & young adults with autism and other intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). 

ALL offers a variety of programs to help neurodiverse individuals become more independent, develop healthy relationships, gain competitive integrated employment and be included in society. ALL wants to ensure the most vulnerable among us lead safe, self-directed lives filled with dignity and purpose.

ALL primarily serves individuals 12 years old and over.

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Andrew introduction: I'm Andrew and I am the new ALL Social Media Coordinator. I like Hot Wheels, Lego's Need for Speed, and F-Zero GX. Why I enjoy working at ALL. ... See MoreSee Less

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We are so proud to have you and are excited to showcase your incredible work!

Love it Andrew!! Wonderful Job!!

Congratulations Andrew!! so exciting to see this 🥰

Great job!!! 👏🏼

Congrats, Andrew!

WTG Andrew!

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Use your Arizona Charitable Tax Credit to help young adults with autism thrive! 1. Donate to Autism Life and Living 2. Use Form 321 to claim a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona taxes 3. Reduce your Arizona income tax liability by up to $938. Details: autismlifeandliving.org/ways-to-give/charitable-tax-credit-donation/ ... See MoreSee Less

Thank you to Fiesta Sports Foundation (previously Fiesta Bowl Charities) for your generous support of our Life Skills for Lifelong Independence Pilot Program. The program was a huge success and we are excited for the next steps of full program implementation. ALL loves partnering with such a tremendous foundation that has such kind and supportive people. Impact pics coming soon! 😀 ... See MoreSee Less

ALL offers a variety of programs to help neurodiverse individuals become more independent, develop healthy relationships, gain competitive integrated employment and be included in society. ALL wants to ensure the most vulnerable among us lead safe, self-directed lives filled with dignity and purpose. ... See MoreSee Less

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 2024 Impact:

$98K

In-Kind Donations

$255K

Revenue Generated

2,926

Volunteer Hours

40

Classes/Events Held

375

Individuals Served

291

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.

 

2023 – Form 990-EZ

2022 – Form 990-EZ

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
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ALLy the Squirrel
Squirrels
  • Social
  • Close-knit
  • Prepared
  • Hardworking
  • Playful
  • Goal-oriented
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