Autism Tree

✨ We’re so excited to officially open the doors to Autism Tree’s new office! ✨ This beautiful new space isn’t just an office — it’s a home. A place where children, parents, and the entire community can come together, feel supported, and belong. 💙 From our start in a living room 22 years ago to this new chapter today, this space reflects everything Autism Tree stands for: connection, support, and community. Here’s to new beginnings, lasting impact, and a home for every family we serve. 🏡💫 Thank you to everyone who made this moment possible — we can’t wait to welcome you in! 💬 #AutismTree #ATPF #CommunityMatters #AutismSupport #SanDiegoNonprofit #NewBeginnings #HomeNotOffice #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #SupportAutism #ATPFFamily

This is our home. At Autism Tree, we strive to create a space filled with comfort, encouragement, and unwavering support. For nearly 23 years, this community has been a lifeline for families—offering not just resources, but real connections. We’re proud to walk alongside parents on their journey, helping them grow, learn, and gain the tools they need to help their children thrive. This is more than support—it’s a shared commitment to understanding, empowerment, and success. 💙 #AutismTree #CommunitySupport #AutismAwareness #EmpoweringFamilies

🎥 “My inspiration to support Autism Tree was to connect the families with the science.” — Alysson Muotri, Ph.D. As Chairman of our Annual Global Neurodiversity Conference and a leading scientist at @ucsandiego and @radychildrens , Dr. Muotri shares why the voices of families and autistic individuals matter deeply to his research—and how Autism Tree bridges that gap every day. From Padres games to life-changing programs, Dr. Muotri reflects on the impact of being part of the Autism Tree family—both as a scientist and a father. 💙 #AutismTree #Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #AlyssonMuotri #AutismSupport #InclusionMatters #PadresCommunity #UCSD #StemCellResearch

This season’s final NCL Girls Mentor event was all about celebrating growth, confidence, and sisterhood with our “Shine On, Sister” theme 💙 The girls and their NCL Del Sol mentors spent the morning creating personalized journals, writing encouraging notes to friends, sharing empowering statements, and making beautiful foil leaf butterflies and flower bookmarks to add to their journals 🌸 We loved seeing everyone connect, create, and uplift one another while reflecting on everything they’ve learned and shared throughout the season ✨ Thank you to our amazing NCL Del Sol mentors and everyone who brought such positive energy to the day. We can’t wait for the next NCL Girls Mentor event, so stay tuned for future dates 💫 @delsolncl

We are thrilled to share progress on our Ability Central grant. We had an incredible meeting to dive into the implementation of our Voices Unlocked: AAC Lending Library Initiative. It was a productive strategy session with Kyera Franklin, M.S., CCC-SLP (Autism Tree Volunteer & Community Relations Manager) and Otto Lana (Autism Tree Spokesperson, AAC user and multi-modality communicator). Our discussion centered on mapping out how this initiative will provide vital communication tools to those who need them most. We are working hard behind the scenes to finalize the details and get these AAC devices into the hands of our community members. Increased access to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a major step toward independence and inclusion. Stay tuned—more updates are coming soon! #AutismTree #AbilityCentral #AAC #CommunicationAccess #Neurodiversity

Tonight was a beautiful milestone for the Autism Tree community as we hosted our very first Friends & Family Night! Our Hearts are Full 💙 For those who remember our monthly Core Team Meetings from before the pandemic, tonight felt like a long-awaited homecoming. It was incredible to see our community gathered once again in our new office - reconnecting with familiar faces and welcoming so many new ones into the fold. A huge thank you to our wonderful Intern, Leidy Neri, for leading a truly moving inspiration to kick off the evening. You set the perfect tone for our time together. We spent the evening diving into the exciting lineup of events we have planned for the upcoming months and throughout the summer. There is so much to look forward to as we continue to grow and support one another. Moving forward, we plan to host these Friends & Family Nights once a quarter. Our goal is simple: to keep our community connected, informed, and strong. Want to Join Us? Whether you have been with Autism Tree for years or you are brand new and looking for ways to get involved, you are always invited! This is a space for all families, volunteers, community partners, and supporters to come together. Stay tuned for the date of our next quarterly gathering. We can’t wait to see you there! #AutismTree #CommunityStrong #FriendsAndFamily #Neurodiversity #BetterTogether

🌟 AT-INSAR Series: Meet Dr. Giacomo Vivanti We’re continuing our highlights from the 25th Anniversary INSAR Conference in Prague! Today, we’re featuring a longtime friend and visionary leader in early intervention: Giacomo Vivanti, Ph.D. 🧠 About Dr. Vivanti Dr. Vivanti is an Associate Professor at the Drexel University A.J. Drexel Autism Institute and a lead trainer for the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM). His work focuses on how children with autism learn, developing strategies to support their development in natural, everyday settings. He is widely recognized for making high-quality interventions accessible to families and providers worldwide. 🤝 A Heart Connection Our relationship with Dr. Vivanti began in 2019 when he met our Executive Director Dayna Hoff on the East Coast while he was receiving research funding from the Eagles Autism Foundation. Since then, he has been a pillar of our community - serving as a Distinguished Speaker at our Global Neurodiversity Conference in 2019, a guest for our 2020 Lunch & Learn series, and a Distinguished Moderator for our 2022 Siblings of Autism Panel. As an autism sibling himself, Dr. Vivanti brings a unique “heart connection” to his work that truly resonates with our families. 📊 Insights from Prague Dr. Vivanti shared three “reality checks” regarding Intervention Intensity: 1️⃣ Quality > Quantity: More hours don’t always mean more progress. 2️⃣ Active Ingredients: It’s about the *right* combination of therapy type and frequency. 3️⃣ Personalized Support: Identifying specific interventions that meet a child’s unique needs. We are honored to collaborate with leaders like Dr. Vivanti to bring global expertise back to our local families! 💙 #AutismTree #INSAR2026 #EarlyIntervention #AutismResearch #Neurodiversity

Our Autism Tree LEGO Playgroup was filled with laughter, creativity, and hands-on fun! 💙 The room was full of excitement as everyone played, built, and shared joyful moments together. Ideas came to life in so many fun and creative ways throughout the session. 🧱 A heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers from MADCAPS, as well as AT volunteer Jude, for all their support and for helping make the event such a positive and fun experience for everyone. We truly appreciate you! ✨

Our Autism Tree Parent Wellness Workshop was such a meaningful morning of connection and community ✨ Thank you to all the parents, caregivers, and professionals who came out to connect, share, and support one another. We loved spending time together, enjoying the beautiful weather, having meaningful conversations, and taking a peaceful walk by the bay 🌿 We’re grateful to our Program Director, Marina Scherr, as well as our interns and volunteers who helped make today’s workshop such a welcoming space for everyone 💙 We’re looking forward to continuing these meaningful connections at our upcoming Parent Mentor Night on June 9th. You can register here: /event-6592111

✨ A Beautiful Day for a Great Cause! ✨ A massive THANK YOU to our incredible Board Member, Alexandra Taccone, for hosting our 5th Annual Kendra Scott Sip & Shop yesterday at UTC La Jolla! Alexandra, your dedication continues to empower our families and help them thrive. We are so grateful for your heart and leadership! ❤️ 🛍️ Missed the event? You can still shop for a cause TODAY! If you couldn’t make it to the mall yesterday, there is still time to support Autism Tree online! Use our exclusive code at checkout to make sure your purchase gives back: Code: GIVEBACK-LQINL Impact: 20% of sales are donated directly back to Autism Tree! Deadline: Online shopping code is valid through TODAY, May 9th! Shop the collection here: ✨ Thank you for helping our community shine! ❣️

✨ Last-Minute Mother’s Day Shopping! Join us tonight for a special Sip & Shop at Kendra Scott UTC! Grab a beautiful gift for Mom (or yourself!) and 20% of your purchase goes directly to supporting Autism Tree. 📍 The Details: Where: Kendra Scott @ UTC La Jolla When: Tonight, May 8th | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM The Perks: Sip complimentary drinks while you shop and say hello to our Autism Tree team! 🥂👋 💻 Shop Online Can’t join us in person? Use our code online today (Friday, May 8th) and tomorrow (Saturday, May 9th) ✨ CODE: GIVEBACK-LQINL ✨ Special thank you to Autism Tree Board Member Alexandra Taccone for her five years of dedication in hosting this wonderful Kendra Scott fundraiser.

We are thrilled to invite you to the 10th Annual Cars & Caffeine on Saturday, May 30th, from 8 AM to Noon 🚗☕️⭐️ This incredible event has reached a decade of bringing the car community together to support our mission here at Autism Tree. We are so honored to be the benefactor of this morning once again, filled with stunning vehicles, great coffee, and a shared commitment to neurodiverse adults and children in our community. 💙 A massive thank you to the our longest running community partners CSR Cares, The Bonafede Team (@bonafedeteam ), and all the incredible sponsors for making this event possible. It is because of community-driven events like this that we are able to continue amplifying research findings and providing vital resources to our families. Show Off Your Ride: If you’re a car enthusiast, we’d love to have you! Register your vehicle by scanning the flyer QR code. Not bringing a car? Come out anyway to enjoy the display and show your support for the autism community! Let’s make this 10th year the most impactful one yet. We can’t wait to see you there! ☕️🏁 #CarsAndCaffeine #AutismTree #CommunityFirst #10thAnniversary