8 orgs in this cluster's subtree
Every organization with primary activities in Autism & Neurodiversity Research and Support Services or any of its descendants. Click a column header to sort. Filter by name or state above the table.
| # | Organization | State | Revenue | Activities ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SOUTHWEST AUTISM RESEARCH AND RESOURCE The Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an operational and research organization based in Arizona. It provides diagnostic services, early in… | AZ | $23.8M | 10 |
| 2 | FIRST PLACE AZ FIRST PLACE AZ provides supportive housing and a two-year independent living program for adults with autism and other neurodiversities in Phoenix, AZ. The orga… | AZ | $6.1M | 4 |
| 3 | SOUTHWEST HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Southwest Human Development is Arizona's largest nonprofit dedicated to early childhood development, serving children ages birth to five and their families. Th… | AZ | $65.2M | 4 |
| 4 | Starry Foundation Starry Foundation supports children with sensory processing disorder (SPD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by connecting families to multidisciplinary medic… | AZ | $406K | 4 |
| 5 | THE TILLER FOUNDATION The Tiller Foundation promotes psychoenergetic science, a framework integrating consciousness, intention, and spirit into scientific study. It explores human p… | AZ | $86K | 4 |
| 6 | ARIZONA AUTISM UNITED INC Arizona Autism United (AZA United) provides therapy, diagnostic evaluations, and support services for individuals with autism and their families across Arizona… | AZ | $19.9M | 3 |
| 7 | FOUNDATION FOR BLIND CHILDREN The Foundation for Blind Children provides education, tools, and services to individuals of all ages impacted by vision loss. They offer comprehensive programs… | AZ | $11.2M | 3 |
| 8 | TUCSON ALLIANCE FOR AUTISM The Tucson Alliance for Autism (TAFA) provides diagnostic and therapeutic services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Tucson, AZ. They offe… | AZ | $114K | 1 |
strategies used in this cluster
Theories of action extracted from orgs in this subtree. Click any to see the full set of orgs running the same approach.
- Person-Centered Empowerment 5 orgsBy aligning services with individual goals, strengths, and lived experiences, we foster self-sufficiency and community integration, because autonomy and personal agency are foundational to sustainable growth and well-being. This strategy centers on tailoring support to the unique needs and aspirations of each individual, rather than applying a standardized service model. It is distinguished by its consistent focus on dignity, choice, and capacity-building across diverse contexts—from employment and education to mental health and independent living—unifying otherwise distinct programs under a shared theory that empowerment arises when people lead their own development.ARIZONA AUTISM UNITED INCFIRST PLACE AZFOUNDATION FOR BLIND CHILDRENStarry Foundation
- Family-Centered, Evidence-Based Integration 3 orgsBy integrating family participation, evidence-based practices, and coordinated multidisciplinary services, organizations improve developmental, behavioral, and social outcomes, because holistic support that aligns clinical expertise with familial context and real-world environments enhances engagement, consistency, and individualized care. This strategy unifies a shared belief across organizations that sustainable impact for children with autism and developmental disabilities arises not from isolated clinical interventions, but from weaving together family empowerment, scientifically validated methods (like ABA, play-based learning, and CBT), and cross-system coordination (medical, educational, social). What distinguishes this approach from narrower models—such as standalone ABA therapy or parent education—is its insistence on alignment across multiple domains: clinical rigor, family agency, environmental integration (e.g., home, school, community), and continuous adaptation based onARIZONA AUTISM UNITED INCStarry FoundationTUCSON ALLIANCE FOR AUTISM
- Holistic Youth Development 3 orgsBy addressing multiple dimensions of a young person’s life—academic, emotional, social, physical, and familial—organizations produce sustained personal and academic growth, because systemic inequities require comprehensive, long-term support that nurtures the whole individual within their ecosystem. This strategy centers on integrating education, mental and physical health, family engagement, leadership, and skill-building into a unified model of youth development. Unlike narrow interventions that target a single outcome (e.g., tutoring or meals alone), this approach assumes that lasting change emerges from coordinated, long-duration support across interconnected domains. It emphasizes relationship stability, identity formation, and empowerment as core drivers of resilience and upward mobility.ARIZONA AUTISM UNITED INCSOUTHWEST HUMAN DEVELOPMENTTUCSON ALLIANCE FOR AUTISM
- Child-Centered, Relationship-Based Development 2 orgsBy grounding interventions in responsive relationships and child-led, play-based experiences, children achieve holistic developmental outcomes, because secure relationships and intrinsically motivated engagement foster neural, emotional, and social growth in contexts that are meaningful and culturally attuned. This strategy unifies a diverse set of organizations around a shared theory of change: that sustainable developmental progress emerges not from standardized instruction or isolated services, but from nurturing, individualized relationships and experiential learning tailored to the child’s strengths, interests, and family context. It distinguishes itself from more directive or system-centered models by prioritizing emotional safety, caregiver partnership, and the child’s agency as core mechanisms of change, whether the setting is home visiting, therapy, early education, or therapeutic arts.SOUTHWEST HUMAN DEVELOPMENTTUCSON ALLIANCE FOR AUTISM
- Energy-Based Healing 1 orgBy correcting subtle energetic imbalances in the body, mind, or spirit through non-physical or vibrational means, organizations produce holistic healing and well-being, because they believe that underlying energetic disturbances are root causes of physical, emotional, and spiritual suffering. This strategy centers on the belief that human health and consciousness are governed by invisible energy systems—such as meridians, frequencies, divine light, or intention—that can be influenced remotely, symbolically, or through ritual. Unlike biomedical or behavioral approaches, these organizations intervene at an energetic level using tools like consecrated water, sound, touch, frequency devices, or conscious intention, aiming to restore harmony at a foundational level that then cascades into tangible improvements in wellness, awareness, and spiritual evolution.THE TILLER FOUNDATION
- Integrated Whole-Person Care 1 orgBy co-locating and coordinating physical, behavioral, and social health services within a unified, interdisciplinary model, organizations improve health outcomes and treatment adherence, because addressing interconnected needs in a holistic, accessible manner reduces fragmentation and builds trust in care. This strategy centers on breaking down silos between medical, mental health, substance use, and social support services by delivering them in a coordinated or co-located framework. It goes beyond mere service adjacency by emphasizing team-based, patient-centered planning that reflects the interconnected nature of health and social well-being. Unlike standalone clinical or social interventions, this approach treats integration itself as the active ingredient for improving engagement, access, and long-term outcomes—particularly for vulnerable populations with complex, overlapping needs.THE TILLER FOUNDATION
- Neuroaffirming Engagement 1 orgBy centering neurodivergent strengths, lived experience, and inclusive practices, we foster autonomy, well-being, and skill development, because affirming identity and agency leads to sustainable growth and belonging. This strategy unites approaches that reject pathologizing models of autism and instead embrace neurodiversity as a valid form of human variation. It emphasizes empowerment through experiential learning, peer support, family partnership, and safe environments that honor communication differences and promote self-determination. Unlike deficit-focused behavioral interventions, this approach prioritizes dignity, inclusion, and systemic change grounded in compassion and justice.TUCSON ALLIANCE FOR AUTISM