First published on April 27th, 2009 and republished on April 2, 2010 in honor of Autism Awareness Day.

What:The Autism Speaks Foundation

Who: Autism Speaks foundation was founded by a couple whose grandson was diagnosed with the disorder

Founded: ASF was founded about two years ago

Website: www.AutismSpeaks.com

Autism Speaks foundation is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to autism. ASF is dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder ^ASF

This month is Autism Awareness month! Do your part and listen!