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The Starship Foundation
Was Launched With
A Single Mission
Support the Autism community
when others can't
We Need Your Help
We foster success in career goals and create a path to self sufficiency.
You probably know someone on the autism spectrum; maybe a family member, a friend, a neighbor.
The potential of their talents is incredible, but some need our support.
Many age out of government programs at 18 or never meet their criteria at all, ending up without direction or anyone to guide them. With your help we can create change.
About
The Starship Foundation
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The Starship Foundation provides support for individuals on the Autism Spectrum when government services are not an option.
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We have created programs, events and worked with numerous organizations to provide funding and services including Visual Arts Academy, Reel People’, LIMS,
Vet 50’, Ronald McDonald House, Amnesty Int'l, Donate for Life, Make A Wish, Ph Aware.
Did you know?
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ASD is characterized by challenges in social relationships and behavioral patterns.
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Autism affects all ethnic and socioeconomic groups.
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New studies show an increase in global prevalence of autism.
75
Million people worldwide have autism, a neurological development disorder.
1 IN 4
Children in the U.S. are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
80%
Of young adults on the autism spectrum are unemployed.
X4
Boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with autism.
Let’s talk about Unemployment
80% of young adults on the Autism Spectrum are unemployed
This is how we impact unemployment:
Partnering with government agencies, including California Department of Rehabilitation Adult Work Experience Program, creating new jobs in multiple fields
Assistance with paid internships
Working with Employee Resource Groups supporting diversity, equity & inclusion to create job opportunities with companies such as Warner Brothers, Netflix, & Nickelodeon
Supporting autistic schools, certificate programs and workshops
Providing career guidance for artists on the autism spectrum
This Is What Your Donation Will Help Provide
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Support system for teens & adults when government assistance is not available
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Job placement assistance including career guidance and workplace support
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Personal finances education programs
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Computers, internet and software for children, teens & adults
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Support to schools for autistic children, teens & adults
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Parent workshops to learn about opportunities for children, teens & adults
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Aid for homelessness, suicide prevention and mental health care
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Recreational community programs
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Inclusion workshops
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Counseling programs for drug abuse and sexual assault
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Health and wellness programs