Mission Statement

Els for Autism is committed to:

1. Funding scientific research aimed at understanding Autism and developing knowledge-based treatments with the intention of finding a cure.

2. Funding Centers of Excellence which include all of the following:

-    Educational programs for students age 3-21 years
-    A services component of doctors, speech therapists and other specialists
-    An on-site research center
-    A continuing services program for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders

The Els for Autism Foundation does not award grants to individuals, except through their institutions.