How much funding does Autism Strong N.E.E.D. Funding Grant provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Autism Strong N.E.E.D. Funding Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for Autism Strong N.E.E.D. Funding Grant?

Eligible applicants: Individuals. Geography: North Carolina.

How often is Autism Strong N.E.E.D. Funding Grant offered?

Autism Strong N.E.E.D. Funding Grant accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Autism Strong N.E.E.D. Funding Grant

Autism Strong Foundation

Foundation Rolling Grants for Autism Programs Hardship Grants

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since: September 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Individuals

Geography

North Carolina

Overview

The N.E.E.D. grant provides immediate financial support for families on the autism journey -- newly diagnosed/starting therapy, expert autism diagnosis, education advocacy services, and debt relief for past-due therapy balances; applicant must have an autism diagnosis or referral to diagnosis. FLAG: Applicants must reside and receive services in the Autism Strong service area (NC: Mecklenburg, Union, Gaston, Cabarrus, Iredell, Lincoln, Alexander, Catawba, Cleveland, Rowan, Stanly, Durham, Orange, Wake, Chatham, Franklin, Buncombe, Henderson; SC: York, Lancaster, Chester, Chesterfield); limit one grant per child per calendar year.

How to Apply

Apply online via the Autism Strong 'Apply' page (N.E.E.D. grant).

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What Autism Strong Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 25
Total given: $432K
Median grant: $13K
Range: $5,800–$83K

65% of its 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina, where this grant's project is located.
By dollars: North Carolina 65%, South Carolina 12%, Arizona 8%. Top recipient cities: Charlotte, NC; Huntersville, NC; Mooresville, NC.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.