At the Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM), we believe every person deserves to feel understood, accepted, and supported. Thanks to donors like you, we connect over 15,000 members of our local Autism community each year to life-changing resources, education, advocacy, and social opportunities—all free of charge.
Your generosity creates moments of hope: a parent finding guidance, a young adult making new friends, families connecting to one another.
When you give to AUSOM, your gift stays right here in Maryland—empowering lives, building inclusion, and reminding every person that they belong.
Together, we can make our community stronger, kinder, and more connected.
Be the reason someone feels supported. Donate today.
Individual Donations
Your personal gift helps fund AUSOM’s work to support, advocate for, and build acceptance within Maryland’s Autism community.
Recurring Donations
Monthly giving provides AUSOM with steady, reliable support. Set up an automatic gift through your credit card or checking account—it’s easy and makes a lasting difference.
Honorary and Memorial Contributions
Honor someone special or celebrate the memory of a loved one with a meaningful gift that supports individuals and families across Maryland. Donate through our online form or, for more information, contact info@autismsocietymd.org
Planned Giving
Leave a lasting legacy by including AUSOM in your financial or estate plans. Planned giving options include:
To learn more about Planned Giving Opportunities, contact info@autismsocietymd.org or call 410-290-3466.
Employer Matching
Many employers match charitable contributions made by their employees, retirees, or spouses—some even match volunteer time! This is a great way to double the impact of your gift!
Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? You can contribute through workplace giving programs such as the Combined Federal Campaign, the Maryland Charity Campaign, or the United Way of Central Maryland.
Simply click on the charity of your choice below to get started and don’t forget to use AUSOM’s charity number when making your donation.
Through the CFC, Federal employees can make charitable donations and pledge volunteer hours to the Autism Society of Maryland and other charities through payroll deduction, credit/debit card or bank transfer. This year’s campaign runs September 1, 2025 – January 15, 2026.
Your gift through the United Way ensures the work of the Autism Society of Maryland and other charities continues in Central Maryland, promoting equity, creating opportunities, and improving lives and communities.
The Maryland Charity Campaign (MCC) is an annual workplace
giving program for Maryland State Employees and Retirees, supporting the Autism
Society of Maryland and other charities that serve Maryland, the nation, and
the world. This year’s campaign runs from October 6 – December 12, 2025.
The Autism Hiring Program is an innovative workforce initiative launched by AUSOM in 2021 to reduce employment barriers faced by Autistic adults. It connects qualified Autistic jobseekers with inclusive employers, providing specialized training, and delivering ongoing support to ensure long-term employment success.
For more information please visit the Autism Hiring Program.
Support the programmatic components of this affordable, accessible, intergenerational housing project, opened in November 2025. Naming rights are available for designated areas of the building.
For more information please visit the Patuxent Commons website
Created by AUSOM in memory of longtime member, volunteer and staff member Madhu Thibaudeau. This fund supports individuals with Autism and their families in need with one time $250 emergency grants, in keeping with her great warmth and commitment to others in the autism community.
The Scott Chernack Family Fund was created in memory of Scott Chernack, a loving autism father, husband, son, brother and friend. Scott lived every day with optimism, kindness and humor, which he generously shared with everyone he met. The Fund supports special programs within the Autism Society of Maryland.
The Autism Society of Maryland, Inc. is a non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Tax Code. All donations are tax deductible.
