These are the faces of hope and inspiration.
Your gift makes a real difference, in the lives of real people...

Sam
is a hardworking young man, who is just recently
 out of high school. At Spectrum he is able to work on being more independent and social , while being productive and engaged in his work tasks.  

 

 

Zachary

is a very happy and sociable teenager who is applying many of his skills learned to our program. He is eager to please and always willing to try new things. With your help we can continue to explore different avenues that can improve Zach's outcome potential of leading a fuller life... he is well on his way! And readier than ever!

 

Billy

is a 20 year old 

young man who received his first real paycheck for his work efforts here at Spectrum Designs. He has worked hard for the 

past 3 years in other "volunteer" job sites, and it certainly has paid off. With your support Billy can continue to experience the gratification of gainful employment in a supportive work environment.

Michael
is a 24 year old public speaker and graphic art often sougth after to do talks on "living with Autism". He is employed here at Spectrum primarily to produce brochures and print work. Mike lives a self-determined life and benefits from individualized support toward his major life goals. Your donation helps him accomplish many he has set out to do!


 
Alex
is using the skills he has learned over many years and applying it in a real life work setting. With your help he can continue to further his skills and live a fuller more productive life..




Spencer
is a very creative 20 year old young man who has so much to share and contribute! He is an amazing sculpture (specializing in aluminum foil) as well as a valued versitile employee who finds Spectrum as a place of acceptance. Your help will continue to foster his independence and  potential.


Laurie
enjoys her independence as well as having an environment where she feels safe, welcomed and valued. With your help she can continue to feel this inherent worth.






Joey
is finally in a place where he can work at his own pace and be part of a team. With your support he can continue to feel comfortable in an understanding workplace.





Gregory 
is making great strides in working more independently. He enjoys the rewards that gainful employment gives him. With your contribution this young man can continue to foster these skills so he can have a more productive life.



Nicholas
is working very hard at learning skills that are very new to him. With your donation it will allow us to offer him the support he needs to achieve independent success.




John
is able to use his artistic abilities in drawing maps and transferring them to t-shirts which he makes an income from. He is learning a new skill everyday and is making great gains in the areas of staying on task for longer periods of time. With your contribution he will continue to give him the support and opportunities he needs to continue to flourish! 


Mark
is a very hardworking young man who is learning a new trade that is complimentary to his strengths. With your generosity we can continue to have a place of employment for him where his talents are encouraged and his fullest potential revealed.



 

Brent
is a very talented artist who is pursuing
a college education in graphic design.
He is our onsite a graphic artist and
creates the designs for our customers and special projects. Your contribution will allow this young man a place where he can live his dreams to see his art enjoyed by people all over the world.




Noah
appreciates the rewards of gainful employment. He is a hard worker and takes alot of pride in getting his work done. With your donation Noah can continue to receive the meaningful program development that motivate him to make his contribution to society and lead a productive life through the world of work.




These are just a few of the unique and special young men and women who we have the privilege of working with everyday!


With your help we can continue to offer gainful employment and meaningful life and vocational skills to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other related developmental disabilities.

They are the faces of hope and inspiration.

There is no greater gift.

Thank you.