Autism Speaks is dedicated to:

• Science and Research -

• Family Services -

• Awareness -

• Advocacy -

In New Jersey, we have funded over $2.7 million in these areas.

Autism Speaks is dedicated to: Science and Research - Autism Speaks has committed over $89 million to fund more than 700 research projects and fellowships. Locally, projects representing $2.7 million in investments have been funded at NJIT, Rutgers University, and Princeton University. Family Services - After five rounds, the Family Services Community Grants has funded $2.4 million in programs in one of the following areas: Education, Recreation/Community Activities, or Young Adult/Adult Services. In New Jersey, eight Family Services Community Grants totaling $124,472 have been awarded. Awareness - "Light It Up Blue" asks iconic buildings to turn their lights blue for World Autism Awareness Day. In 2010, the Empire State Building, Ben Franklin Bridge and Giants Stadium went blue. Advocacy - New Jersey becomes the 15th state to pass Autism Insurance Reform. Visit www.AutismVotes.org to learn more. Autism Speaks In the News To read the most up-to-date science, family services, awareness and advocacy news, please visit the Autism Speaks national homepage and look for the ever changing In the News. Autism Speaks on Facebook Stay up-to-date with your local Autism Speaks news and events via Facebook. Simply "like" your local Walk event. Click here for to read more about Autism Speaks in New Jersey!