$20,182
Raised of $25,000
The Island Autism Group (IAG) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to the lifelong independence and happiness of autistic individuals and their families on Martha’s Vineyard. We bridge a critical gap in local services, ensuring that neurodiverse Islanders have the resources they need to thrive within their own community throughout every stage of life.
We provide year-round therapeutic programs alongside life-skills enrichment and vocational training. Our landmark 7.5-acre project, the Island Autism Center & Farm in West Tisbury, serves as our community anchor. With the completion of the Hub House, we now offer a permanent home for day programming, featuring a commercial kitchen and a micro-farm.
As we move into the next phase, our focus is on building a supportive residential neighborhood. This initiative will provide affordable, on-island housing for adults, allowing families to stay together on the Vineyard rather than being forced to seek care off-island. By fostering a "ripple effect" of inclusion and support, IAG is building a future where every individual on the spectrum can lead a productive, connected, and meaningful life.
For many families on Martha's Vineyard, an autism diagnosis comes with a lingering fear: "What happens when the school bus stops coming?"
The Island Autism Group exists to answer that question. We believe that autism is a lifelong journey that deserves lifelong support. Our story is one of community-led action. We have already completed Phase One of our vision: the Hub House, a vibrant center for vocational training, therapeutic arts, and micro-farming.
But our work isn't finished. We are now racing toward Phase Two: the construction of supportive residential housing.
Your donation today provides the "bricks and mortar" for this dream. It funds the sensory-friendly spaces, the job-coaches in our commercial kitchen, and the therapeutic riding and yoga sessions that build confidence. Most importantly, your support keeps Vineyard families together. Join our story and help us ensure that no Islander is ever left behind.
