ACEing Autism Dallas uniquely leverages the games of tennis and pickleball to improve gross and small-motor skills, hand-eye coordination, communications, social interactions, and self-esteem. Furthermore, the program is proving that tennis and pickleball positively effect the development and lives of those with autism spectrum disorder. Operating on the courts at UT Dallas in Richardson, we currently serve close to 100 individuals weekly.
Our mission is to connect autistic individuals and their families through unique tennis programs, and to develop and advance proven methods to positively impact the students, families and communities we serve.
Funds raised will allow us to reduce and/or eliminate the cost of the program for our families, many of whom simply cannot afford it. The average financial burden of treatment for autism runs $40,000 to $80,000 per year, leaving little money for much else.
Organization name
ACEing Autism - Dallas
Causes
Intellectual, Developmental, and Physical Differences
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Collin, Dallas, Denton
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx
Address
PO Box 261625