Our Impact since 2019
We created Joshua’s Gift because no family should have to navigate the autism and IDD journey alone. Every family deserves access to resources, education, advocacy, meaningful experiences, and a community that believes in the limitless potential of every individual regardless of ability.
What began in 2019 as a simple desire to help families in our community has grown into a movement of compassion, connection, advocacy, and service. Through Joshua’s Gift, we have worked to ensure that children and adults with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities are not only supported, but accepted, respected, included, and celebrated for who they are.
Over the years, our programs have touched families in many different ways from helping a child start the school year with confidence, to creating joyful holiday memories, to providing opportunities for families to experience their communities together without fear of judgment or exclusion.
Making an Impact Through Action
4,000+ law enforcement officers trained through CODE JOSHUA, equipping first responders with greater understanding of autism and IDD and helping create safer, more informed interactions during emergencies and crisis situations.
200+ families served through our 2026 Back-to-School Program, providing backpacks and sensory-support items designed to help children prepare for a successful school year.
Families connected through inclusive social experiences, helping children and adults with autism and IDD build confidence while helping their families feel less isolated and more connected to others walking a similar journey.
Hundreds of children and families supported through our Back-to-School Backpack Program, providing students with essential school supplies and resources while helping families begin the school year with greater confidence.
Families experiencing financial hardship are supported through direct assistance during difficult times, including help with essential needs that can become overwhelming when caring for loved ones with autism and IDD.
Sensory resources distributed to children and families, including sensory items, activity materials, and other tools that can help individuals manage overwhelming environments and participate more comfortably in everyday experiences.
400+ families registered for our 2025 Holiday Toy Giveaway, bringing toys, bicycles, and holiday joy to children and families in our community.
Sensory-friendly experiences created through community events, movie experiences, sporting events, picnics, and other social excursions designed to give neurodiverse individuals opportunities to participate, connect, and enjoy community.
Community partnerships strengthened with corporations, schools, law enforcement, professional organizations, and community leaders who share our commitment to creating a more inclusive world for individuals with autism and IDD.