We work to ensure reliable, trusted information for every life stage and level of need. Last year, the Autism Response Team (ART) fulfilled more than 76,500 phone calls, emails, and chats providing personalized guidance and support. To date, ART has made nearly 700,000 connections to people in need. Over 1.9 million people accessed our free resources and information in FY23, including our online database, provider directory and critical tool kits. Historically, Autism Speaks has assisted more than 27 million people with vital support. 

Here are a few of our FY23 accomplishments: 

• In partner collaboration, expanded our nationwide resource directory, viewed by over 818,000 visitors in FY23 alone, giving individuals and families access to thousands more autism resources when and where they need them.   
• Created a supportive community of belonging for our 2.8 million social followers to make connections, obtain support, share knowledge and nurture understanding and inclusion. Shared over 400 stories, podcasts and open conversations around lived experiences, access to resources and inclusive events.  
• Hosted 59 free online educational events and webinars around autism and employment, early diagnosis, school community, transition, adulting, inclusion and service provider connections. 
• Funded the largest review of autism prevalence literature since 2012, in partnership with the World Health Organization and UNICEF. The findings indicated autism prevalence of 1 in 100 children worldwide, validating the need for increased autism tools and programs in underserved countries and areas.