There is nothing quite like Marathon Monday. 💙💛
Today we watched something extraordinary unfold, Not just on the course, but in the hearts of everyone who showed up to be part of our mission. To cheer, to run, to be the impact.
To our runners: the pride we feel for you cannot be put into words. You carried our mission through every hill, every mile, every step, and you reminded the world why inclusion matters. Thank you for always showing up with heart, courage, and purpose.
This is what Dougie's Team for Autism is all about. Not just the race. It's the movement, the family, and the reminder that when we come together, we are unstoppable.
Here's to the 130th @BostonMarathon , and to every moment of living life to the fullest. ⭐
#DougiesTeamforAutism #AutismAcceptance #InclusionForAll #BostonMarathon #Boston130 #MeetTheMoment
✨ Joy. Inspiration. Talent. Inclusion. 👏
STARS of the Spectrum: Concert for Autism Acceptance was everything we hoped for and more. An unforgettable celebration of autistic talent, powered by a community that showed up in a big way.🌟
To every performer who shined, every supporter who came through, and everyone who came to celebrate, THANK YOU. You made this day truly unforgettable. 🤩
A special thank you to our sponsors who help make moments like these possible: @Advocates@BigNight@Cortica #MFSInvestments
Together, we shine brighter. 🎵
#STARSoftheSpectrum #AutismAcceptance #LiveLifeToTheFullest
WOW! Thank you to everyone who has joined us in celebrating Dougie’s 34th birthday. Your stories, your wishes, and your generosity have lifted this community in the most incredible way.
🎉🎉🎉We’re not done yet!
We’re extending Dougie’s Birthday Celebration to keep the momentum going and continue the impact Dougie inspires every day!
Donate today through the fundraiser link in our bio! 🔗
Stay tuned… we’ve got something special to announce tomorrow! ✨
#DougiesBirthday #AutismAcceptance #LiveLifetotheFullest
📚✨ STARS of the Spectrum Ambassador Jeff Snyder (@goingthedistance3562 ) has a new book! The Neurodivergent Owl: Alarms, Assemblies, and Accommodations: Inside the Neurodivergent Classroom is a must-read for educators, families, and school communities.
Drawing from his own lived experience, Jeff explores how everyday school moments like fire drills, assemblies, and transitions can feel overwhelming for students with sensory and support needs.
"When it comes to school safety drills and activities, it is never one size fits all. Take things one step at a time to better support neurodivergent students on their level."
True inclusion is about understanding, preparation, and creating spaces where every learner can thrive. The Neurodivergent Owl: Alarms, Assemblies, and Accommodations: Inside the Neurodivergent Classroom is available on amazon!
Buy it today 👉 Link in bio!
#STARSoftheSpectrum #InclusionMatters #EducatorsOfInstagram #NewBook
💫 April was absolutely incredible with @GetAirSports !
Together, we wrapped up another unforgettable Autism Acceptance Month. Thanks to the generosity of jumpers, donors, and advocates across the country, we raised over $225,000 to help empower people and families with autism.
Throughout April, Get Air parks opened their doors for Sensory Friendly Jump sessions, creating safe, joyful, and inclusive spaces where everyone belongs.
Every jump. Every donation. Every share. It all adds up to real change for the autism community!
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners at Get Air, your commitment to inclusion makes all the difference! ⭐
#AutismAcceptance #GetAirForAutism #JumpForJoy #InclusionMatters
🎬 You had to be there… or just watch this! ✨
🎵 STARS of the Spectrum: Concert for Autism Acceptance brought together an incredible community for an afternoon of unforgettable performances, real inclusion, and so much heart.
Every performer, every cheer, every moment was powered by a community that never stops showing up for each other.
The world is brighter when everyone gets to shine. 🌟
A special thank you to our sponsors who help make moments like these possible: @Advocates , @BigNight , @Cortica , #MFSInvestmentManagement
#STARSoftheSpectrum #AutismAcceptance #LiveLifeToTheFullest
⏰ Last chance to nominate your Dougie Award hero 👉 nominations close TODAY!
Don't miss your opportunity to celebrate someone who is making a difference in the autism community! Whether they're a self-advocate, educator, therapist, parent, or passionate supporter, now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve. 🌟
📲 Nominating is easy:
🔹 Post a PHOTO or nomination VIDEO on Facebook or Instagram.
🔹 Tag the Flutie Foundation (@flutiefdn ) and use the hashtag #DougieAwards2026.
Then tune in LIVE on Facebook for a special livestream on May 20th at 12 PM ET to see the winners announced and the celebration unfold. You won't want to miss it! 🎉
#DougieAwards2026 #AutismAcceptance #InclusionMatters
🎶 Great news! The deadline to apple for the Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant in partnership with @KodiLeeRocks has been extended! 🎹
You now have more time to apply for up to $1,000 in music-related funding! If you or someone you know is an autistic teen or young adult with a passion for music and ready to take the steps to live out your dreams, don't miss this opportunity!
🚨 New deadline: May 21 at 5 PM ET
🔗 Apply now: Link in bio!
#KodiLeeGivesBack #MusicForAll #AutismAcceptance #FlutieFoundation #ScholarshipOpportunity
✨ This is what #DougiesTeamTuesday is all about. 🏃
Shea Belsky, adaptive runner and recent guest on the Autism Stories podcast by @autismpersonalcoach , shared his experience running the 130th @BostonMarathon with Dougie's Team for Autism.
"They enable autistic and other adaptive athletes to run a Boston Marathon with slightly different requirements. [I thought] I’d love to be a part of it. And then a year later, I ran with them", says Shea Belsky.
🎙️ Hear Shea's full story on Autism Stories: Link in bio!
#DougiesTeam #AdaptiveRunning #BostonMarathon #AutismStories
💥There's still time to train! 💥
🚴♀️Every mile you log brings us closer to a world where people with autism can live life to the fullest!
We're proud to be an official charity partner of @Bike to the Beach New England on September 19! 📍
Whether you're gearing up for 30, 60, or 100 miles, now is the perfect time to clip in and ride with purpose. Sign up, select the Flutie Foundation, and ride with Dougie's Team for Autism. 🌊
Sign up and ride for impact 👉Link in bio!
#BikeToTheBeach #RideForAutism #AutismAcceptance #DougiesTeamForAutism
🌼 Happy Mother's Day! 🌼
Behind every milestone, every breakthrough, and every moment of joy, there's often a mother who made it possible.
We want to take a moment to celebrate someone who has made it possible for so many: Laurie Flutie. As Dougie Jr.'s mom, Laurie knows firsthand the profound, and deeply rewarding journey of raising a child with autism. That lived experience didn't just shape her family, it sparked an entire foundation dedicated to helping people and families live life to the fullest.
Laurie and @DougFlutie 's love for their son became a gift to thousands.
To all the moms in our community, including Dougie's sister Alexa Flutie, we honor you today and every day. You inspire us more than you know. 🌷
#HappyMothersDay #AutismMoms #LiveLifeToTheFullest
Join us for an inspiring webinar with @Big Night Talent, made just for autistic creatives!
We're thrilled to feature superstar @itsjakeshore in the Building Your Brand Webinar. A space to explore brand development on social media and learn how to show up authentically online as a creative.
📅 Wednesday, May 13
🕐 7 - 8 PM ET
📍On Zoom
Whether you're a painter, writer, musician, or any kind of creative, this one's for you. Don't miss it!
Register today! 👉 Link in bio!
#STARSoftheSpectrum #BuildingYourBrand #AutismAcceptance #LiveLifeToTheFullest
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