Immediate Action Needed:
With your donation today, we can make room for 5 individuals on our waitlist – and what better timing than during Autism Acceptance Month! Learn more about our ASE Expansion Project below.
Little City’s Autism Spectrum Engagement (ASE) Program at our Countryside Center is in high demand. And right now, we have the opportunity to expand into a larger space on-site and build it out with all of the life-changing resources and sensory equipment needed to support and empower more adults with autism.
But we need your help.
Click below to learn more about our ASE Expansion Project and donate today to help fund this immediate need and opportunity to make room for 5 people on our waitlist and ensure they have access to an inclusive environment made for them.
The Impact of this ASE Expansion Project
Making room for 5 individuals on our waitlist.
Adding 125 hours of enrichment & programming every month.
Increasing the program space by 1,000 square feet for more activities & equipment.
Fitness Equipment
Access to exercise equipment empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by promoting physical health, improving motor skills, and enhancing sensory regulation. Activities like using treadmills or stationary bikes support strength, coordination, and emotional well-being while fostering independence. With the right resources, individuals can build confidence, stay active, and enjoy a better quality of life.
Total Cost for Fitness Equipment = $1,835
Donate $25 or $50 to help purchase new exercise bikes and treadmills to increase accessibility to fitness and recreation.
Adaptive Technology
Adaptive technology like smartboards enhances learning, communication, and engagement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Interactive features support different learning styles, improve focus, and encourage participation. Smartboards also foster independence by providing visual schedules, communication tools, and hands-on activities, making education and daily tasks more accessible and empowering.
Total Cost for Adaptive Technology = $3,800
Donate $75 or $100 to help fund two new smartboards that will provide adaptive opportunities for individuals to learn and grow.
Sensory Resources
Sensory equipment, like liquid sensory tiles and fiber optic light curtains, provides essential therapeutic benefits for individuals with autism These tools help regulate sensory input, reduce anxiety, improve focus, and enhance motor skills. By creating a calming, engaging environment, sensory resources empower individuals to learn, communicate, and thrive.
Total Cost for Sensory Resources = $6,060
Donate $250 or $500 to help purchase liquid sensory tiles and sensory standing tubes to create an enriching environment for people with autism.
Light Construction
Light construction will transform our expanded space into a safe, sensory-friendly environment for individuals with autism. Thoughtful modifications—such as epoxy floor coverage, partitioned hallways, and accessible entryways —will maximize the existing space and create an inclusive environment where individuals can learn, socialize, and thrive with confidence and independence.
Total Cost for Light Construction = $7,470
Donate $1,000 or more to help fund the light construction work required to build out the existing space and maximize its capacity for programs.
Heavy Duty Furniture
Durable, heavy-duty furniture like soft seating and flex seating couches provide individuals with autism a safe, comfortable space to relax and self-regulate. Designed for stability and sensory support, this specialized furniture creates a secure, inclusive environment for learning, socializing, and daily activities.
Total Cost for Heavy Duty Furniture = $12,000
Donate $2,500 or more to help purchase heavy duty furniture like soft seating and a flex seating couch that provide comfort and a welcoming atmosphere.
“The level of need we continue to see with new people who come to us is aligned with our ASE program. Growing the program is a top priority for us because that is how we can serve the most people.”
– Cortney Lucente, Director of Community Day Services
