Offering a Personal Connection
We understand what you are going through. We are local and want to help. We support people with autism spectrum disorders, their families, professionals and others in the community by sharing information, supporting research, providing networking opportunities and promoting awareness through education and training.
Gala/Events/Programs Postponed in Response to COVID-19
At the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin, the health and well-being of those we serve is of the utmost importance, guiding the choices we make as an organization each day. For that reason, we have been keeping a watchful eye on the developing situation pertaining to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). After careful consideration, for the safety and protection of our members, attendees, sponsors and staff, we have made the difficult decision to cancel all programming through the end of April 2020 and reschedule our annual Gala event to June 19, 2020.
We want to assure you that the decision was not made lightly. We live our mission through our events, and look forward to the Gala event all year, as a celebration with and for those we serve. Through your generosity, the Gala raises nearly one quarter of our annual budget. It has become clear, however, through the direction of the Governor, the Department of Health, and the World Health Organization that limiting gatherings is one of the best steps we can take toward containing the virus. As such, we felt compelled to make this decision.
We will continue to work together with the community to decrease the risk of transmission. We intend to return to normal programming in May when we can do so safely pending further announcements from health and government organizations. We hope you will join us at that time and will consider supporting us as we navigate this unprecedented landscape.
While we await a return to normalcy, online services via our Facebook Support Group pages will remain in place as we work to improve the lives of all those affected by autism.
We appreciate your patience and understanding. We will continue to be transparent throughout this process.
Autism Gala, Friday, June 19, 2020.
We invite you to our 30th Annual Fundraising Autism Gala Dinner where we will showcase the programs and services we provide to help teens with autism successfully transition into adulthood.
The evening includes cocktail hour, silent and live auction, raffles, dinner program, live band and more.
Friday, the nineteenth of June
six p.m. in the evening
The Pfister Hotel Grand Ballroom
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Semi-Formal Attire Required
Per Ticket Minimum is $150
Reservations necessary
Everyone Belongs: Celebrating Differences Wisconsin Autism Affiliates Statewide Essay Contest (ends March 30, 2020) 
The Autism Society Affiliates in Wisconsin are proud to jointly host this Annual Statewide Autism Essay Contest. The Annual Autism Essay Contest is a great way to facilitate a meaningful dialogue about how schools, teachers, and students can support those with autism in the classroom. The contest is designed to assist students in gaining a deeper understanding of autism and how their peers with autism experience the world.
Change Champions
Become a Change Champion! Making Change for Autism is a fun awareness and coin drive initiative specifically designed for schools during the months of April – June. Get your school engaged and help your students make a difference. This turnkey education campaign helps us raise funds to provide community opportunities for students with autism and their families. By the way…. there are perks for your school for participating in this great campaign!
Click here to see the program details and register your school.
In the event of inclement weather, the Autism Society SE WI follows the Wauwatosa School District regarding closures. If the Wauwatosa School District is open, classes, workshops and events will be held and no special announcement will be made.
Presenter: Harriet Redman, M.S. Ed., Executive Director and founder of WisconSibs
Lego Fun Day Sessions are for individuals ages eight to sixteen who have a disability. All events facilitated with a certified Special Education Teacher & every participant receives a high school volunteer partner.
