AutismUp

AutismUp Support, programs and opportunities that lift individuals and families living with autism up.

Autism Spectrum Disorder is now estimated by the CDC (Center for Disease Control) to affect one in every 54 children, and is four times more likely to occur in boys than in girls. It is more prevalent than pediatric cancer, diabetes and AIDS combined. AutismUp (formerly known as UNYFEAT) is the areaโ€™s leading autism support organization. Founded in 2004, by a small group of parents of children with ASD, it has grown to over 2,700 members whose mission is to support individuals with ASD, and their families, by expanding and enhancing opportunities to improve quality of life. Program and Services: Social Skills and Readiness Skills Education; Supported Fitness and Recreation; Transition Planning; Person Centered Planning; iCan Bike Camp; Sensory Integration; Speaker Series; Professional Conferences; Autism Risk & Safety Management Training for First Responders; Family Navigation; Parent Support Groups; Special Interest Programs; Family Gatherings; Autism Training for the Community; Parent and Professional Member Message Boards; Scholarship and Financial Assistance Program.

09/15/2026

Fitness with a purpose.

In Functional Fitness, Full Life Academy participants practice movements used in everyday life while building stamina, coordination, and body awareness.

Every movement offers another opportunity to learn, grow, and feel successful. ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’™

As Labor Day weekend begins, weโ€™re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible people who make our AutismUp community wh...
09/04/2026

As Labor Day weekend begins, weโ€™re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible people who make our AutismUp community what it is. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’š

To our staff, instructors, volunteers, families, supporters, and community partners, thank you for the time, heart, and dedication you bring every day.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and well-deserved Labor Day weekend! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

We are so grateful to Green Comfort and SessCo for supporting AutismUp through the 2026 Tees & Trees Invitational!Thank ...
09/03/2026

We are so grateful to Green Comfort and SessCo for supporting AutismUp through the 2026 Tees & Trees Invitational!

Thank you for choosing AutismUp as the beneficiary of this yearโ€™s event and for helping support the individuals and families we serve. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’š

Interested in joining them on September 24? For event details and registration, contact [email protected].

A latte love for our friends at Colliers Cafe! โ˜•๏ธ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’šOwners Brianna and Chris recently selected AutismUp for their RoundUp...
09/02/2026

A latte love for our friends at Colliers Cafe! โ˜•๏ธ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’š

Owners Brianna and Chris recently selected AutismUp for their RoundUp campaign. Their customers generously rounded up their purchases, and Brianna and Chris matched the donations to support the individuals and families we serve.

Thank you, Brianna and Chris, for your generosity and for helping strengthen our autism community!

Visit Collier's Cafe on South Main Street in Pittsford, enjoy something delicious, and support a wonderful local business that supports AutismUp!

09/01/2026

We exceeded our goal, thanks to this amazing community! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’™

We set out to share 31 stories. What unfolded was something even greater: one community coming together with extraordinary heart.

To every person and family who stood in front of our camera and trusted us with your story, thank you. Your honesty, courage, and love allowed others to see the true impact of AutismUp.

To everyone who donated, shared a post, offered encouragement, or helped these stories reach someone new, you were part of this campaign too.

Together, we raised more than $31,000! But this campaign was never only about a number. It was about creating connection, building understanding, and making sure individuals and families know they have a community beside them.

Thirty-one days. Thirty-one stories. One incredible community.

From all of us at AutismUp, thank you. ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿš€ Todayโ€™s the final day! Double your donation and help us exceed our $31K goal!    https://conta.cc/45TQN3N
08/31/2026

๐Ÿš€ Todayโ€™s the final day! Double your donation and help us exceed our $31K goal!
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Email from AutismUp Another chance to double your impact โ€Š Hi, friends! WOW! We are so grateful for the support of the community we serve! On the final day of our 31 day campaign, we are ever closer t

08/31/2026

Story 31 of 31: Ann Cole

There could not be a more meaningful voice to close this campaign.

Ann has been part of the AutismUp community for 23 years. In our final story, she reflects on that journey, what this community has meant to her family and why the work of AutismUp continues to matter.

Annโ€™s story reminds us that AutismUp is not here for just one class, one program or one moment. It is a community that grows alongside individuals and families, supporting them through changing needs, new challenges and important milestones.

We are deeply grateful to Ann for trusting us with her story and helping us bring 31 Days. 31 Stories. One Community. to such a meaningful close.

Tonight is the final opportunity to support this campaign before it ends at 11:59 PM. If you have been waiting for the right moment to join us, tonight is it.

Donate $31 or help Annโ€™s story reach others by sharing it.

https://pro.gofundme.com/campaign/c818881

The campaign ends tonight. The impact continues.

Join us in the final push for our $31,000 goal in the 31 Stories. One Community. campaign. Your donation will be matched...
08/30/2026

Join us in the final push for our $31,000 goal in the 31 Stories. One Community. campaign. Your donation will be matched dollar for dollar, effectively doubling your impact. Every gift - from $31, to $3,100 will be doubled - helps foster connections and support for individuals with autism. Together, we can create a more inclusive community.
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Email from AutismUp Now through August 31st โ€Š 31 Stories. One Community. ๏ปฟDouble Your Impact - $1 for $1 Matching Gift Challenge! โ€Š โ€Š Meet Ben! When Ben moved here five years ago, he was looking for c

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