Funding search · autism · Maryland
Who funds autism work in Maryland
15 funders have a record of paying for autism work by Maryland recipients: 35 grants totaling $5.8M, most recently in 2025 — mostly grantmaking charities, which often run real application cycles. The largest by matched giving are Association of University Centers On ($536,151), Beesley Family Foundation ($200,000) and The Community Foundation of Howard ($28,308).
From IRS Form 990-PF and 990 Schedule I filings, 2019–2025. Grants already paid to Maryland recipients — evidence of what these funders back, not open calls.
Association of University Centers OnSilver Spring, MDCharity · may take applications
3 matching grants · $536,151 · through 2023Largest: $196,549 to AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA — research, education, service subaward
Largest: $100,000 to MADISON HOUSE AUTISM FOUNDATION — education and research
The Community Foundation of HowardColumbia, MDCharity · may take applications
3 matching grants · $28,308 · through 2024Largest: $8,500 to AUTISM SOCIETY OF MARYLAND — human service
Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy FundNew York, NYCharity · may take applications
2 matching grants · $27,000 · through 2024Largest: $16,000 to AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA INC — medical / public services
Hussman FoundationEllicott City, MD
4 matching grants · $246,520 · through 2023Largest: $113,000 to Autism Society of America — supports local autism chapters that provide program and services to individuals and families with autism.
Autism Society of America FoundationRockville, MDCharity · may take applications
2 matching grants · $236,954 · through 2023Largest: $127,136 to AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA INC — to promote practical research, education, and awareness about autism.
UsagingWashington, DCCharity · may take applications
2 matching grants · $4.4M · through 2024Largest: $3.6M to AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA — services for the aging grant
V&S FoundationDewey Beach, DE
3 matching grants · $24,000 · through 2023Largest: $12,500 to Itineris Foundation — services to those on the autism spectrum.
Community Foundation of the Eastern ShorSalisbury, MDCharity · may take applications
2 matching grants · $24,723 · through 2024Largest: $13,225 to LOWER SHORE AUTISM COMMUNITY INC — human services
Spm FoundationWinstonsalem, NC
3 matching grants · $4,500 · through 2024Largest: $1,500 to MADISON HOUSE AUTISM FOUNDATION — support services
Largest: $25,000 to AUTISM SOCIETY — provide vital services and supports to individuals living with autism spectrum disorders
The Ayco Charitable FoundationCohoes, NYCharity · may take applications
1 matching grant · $10,000 · through 2025Largest: $10,000 to AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA INC — community & human services
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