Autism Down

Autism Down is an organization that champions individuals with special needs and IDD towards a more inclusive and radically better tomorrow.

05/23/2024

Our May fishing outing is this Saturday, 9am, at Pensacola Beach Fishing Pier!
There are still spots for sing-ups, and we always take donations for fishing equipment!
If you are interested in signing up or volunteering, go to our website or email us today!

05/17/2024

The Fishing Program has been rescheduled!
Due to the inclement weather, the Fishing program has been rescheduled to NEXT weekend (the 25th).
If you have any questions, contact [email protected]. Stay dry, and we'll see you NEXT Saturday.

04/17/2024

πŸ“’ Announcement! 🎣 This Saturday's fishing program location has been changed to the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier at 8579 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, FL. 🌊 Don't miss out on the fun! For any questions, email [email protected]. Next month, we'll be back at Pensacola Pier. See you there!

04/09/2024

Do you have gently used fishing equipment gathering dust? Donate it to support our Cast Together fishing program! 🌟

Your donation of rods with reels, bait, tackle, and boxes can make a world of difference for individuals with special needs, opening doors to exciting outdoor adventures! πŸŸπŸ’™

To donate, please email [email protected] for drop-off information.

Can't drop off in person? No problem! You can also contribute by covering the cost of equipment directly on our website: autismdown.org. Every donation counts and helps us provide memorable experiences for our participants! πŸ™

Let's come together and make waves of impact! Thank you for your support! 🌊

03/25/2024

🎣 Exciting News! 🎣
We're thrilled to announce the launch of "Cast Together," our brand-new monthly fishing program open for everyone and designed specifically for individuals with special needs and disabilities! 🌟

πŸ‘‰ To sign up, visit our website in our bio.

Join us as we embark on unforgettable fishing adventures, fostering connections and creating lasting memories! 🌊🐟

Program details:
πŸ”Ή Monthly fishing outings
πŸ”Ή $25 program fee covering equipment and pier access
πŸ”Ή Scholarship opportunities available
πŸ”Ή Volunteer opportunities open
πŸ”Ή Limited spots are available, so hurry!

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to Cast Together with us! Let's reel in the fun and make waves together! πŸŽ£πŸ’™

02/17/2024

A huge thank you to everyone who made the cookoff a huge success! And thank you VIP Pensacola for covering the story.

🍲 Warm hearts and hot pots! The Autism Down Charity Gumbo/Chili Cookoff on January 13 was a delicious success, as the Pensacola community gathered to support Autism Down, savoring the best gumbo and chili around with VIP Pensacola.

Big shout-out to all the sponsors who made this event a savory and charitable hit.πŸ₯£βœ¨
See yourself, Tag Yourself!

Photos from Autism Down's post 01/22/2024

THANK YOU SO MUCH!πŸ™Œ
Our cookoff was a massive success! The funds collected will pave the way for exciting new opportunities for our IDD community. Thank you all for your incredible support! And we will be announcing amazing opportunities coming up! 🌟

A special shout out to The Hansen Team - powered by KW Realty Gulf Coast, Andy Entrekin, UP 365 - Pensacola Photography & Marketing, and Ensley Nazarene for helping us assemble this event. A huge thanks to our sponsors Sierra's Fifth Ave, Joy Hibbard, Angela "Angee" Kent Realtor, Blueprint Bay Consulting & Design Firm, BIG Relationships, and Henry Chiropractic Pensacola. Go share their socials, leave them reviews, and thank them for championing

01/13/2024

Today is the day! Get hungry and invite a friend to support special needs individuals in your community! We will see you at 11:30am at the Hansen Realty Office.

12/28/2023

Grateful for an incredible 2023, but the journey continues! 🌟 Your support has made a real impact in the lives of special needs individuals, and we're gearing up for an even brighter 2024. Join us in making a differenceβ€”donate today at autismdown.org and help us create more smiles, more opportunities, and more joy! πŸ’™

11/28/2023

🌟✨ Join Us this Giving Tuesday in creating a brighter future for special needs individuals and their families! ✨🌟

This , let's come together to make a real impact! πŸ€πŸ’™ We're thrilled to announce that we're raising funds for new programs and services in the coming year, designed to empower and support those with special needs and their incredible families.

Your generosity can make a world of difference! Every donation takes us one step closer to providing essential resources, fostering inclusion, and creating a community where everyone can thrive. πŸŒˆπŸ€—

Visit our website Autismdown.org to contribute and be a part of something truly meaningful. Every dollar counts, and your support helps us build a more inclusive and supportive future for individuals with special needs.

Share the love by spreading the word! πŸ“’πŸ’™ Together, let's make a positive impact on the lives of those who inspire us every day. Thank you for being a part of the Autism Down community and for making dreams come true! πŸ™ŒπŸ’–

11/27/2023

🌟✨ is this week! We are raising funds to support our champions! ✨🌟

Hello amazing friends and supporters! 🌈 This , let's come together to make a difference in the lives of special needs individuals and their families! 🀝

At Autism Down, we believe in creating a world where everyone, regardless of their abilities, can thrive and reach their full potential. This year, we are excited to announce our fundraising campaign to bring new programs and services to our community in the coming year. 🌟

Your support can make a tremendous impact! 🌈

Our goal this year is $5,000 to launch new programs next year!

Go to the link below to donate

Autism Down | Donate

11/11/2023

Honoring our brave veterans this Veterans Day! πŸŽ–οΈπŸŒŸ Autism Down extends our deepest gratitude to all who served. Your selfless dedication and sacrifice inspire us. Let's stand together to support and honor those who have protected our freedoms. Thank you for your service. πŸ’™

11/09/2023

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to Henry Chiropractic Pensacola for being an incredible sponsor of Autism Down! πŸ§©πŸ’™ Your generous support helps us make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with autism. Together, we're creating a more inclusive and supportive community. 🌟

11/07/2023

🌟Introducing our remarkable President of the Board, Steve Beebe!🌟

πŸ“ˆ With decades of invaluable experience in marketing, sales, and journalism, Steve brings a wealth of expertise to our mission. His visionary leadership and extensive background drive our efforts at Autism Down.

πŸ’™ Beyond his professional achievements, Steve is an avid supporter of Autism Down, showing unparalleled dedication and passion for our cause. He leads with both heart and wisdom, making a real impact in our community.

🏈 As a passionate Alabama University fan, Steve knows the power of unwavering support and dedicationβ€”traits he carries over to his commitment to championing the rights and needs of individuals with autism.

Join us in recognizing Steve Beebe, a trailblazer in our cause, a seasoned professional, and a true advocate for Autism Down. πŸ‘πŸ’™

11/03/2023

A huge thank you to one of Autism Down's generous business sponsor! Floor Coverings International of West Florida Panhandle, thank you for your support of the mission of Autism Down. To learn more about what they offer go to https://wflpan.floorcoveringsinternational.com/

11/02/2023

Thank you to Josh Harris and Kyle Cody with Autism Down of Pensacola for sharing their mission and showing us how we can get involved!!

11/01/2023

November is National Family Caregivers Month! This month, we recognize the selfless dedication of family caregivers in our special needs community. Join us in celebrating the invaluable contributions they make to the lives of their loved ones.

Photos from Autism Down's post 10/30/2023

Thank you Emerald Coast Exceptional Families for throwing an awesome event and having us out! We had a great time playing some games, sharing some hope, and eating wayyy too much candy. A huge thanks to the volunteers who came out to help!

09/11/2023

Learn how you can help our kids at the open house this weekend!

We are having a free open house this Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10:15am-11:45am at the downtown Pensacola Library for a new adolescent music class in Pensacola! Notes of Possibility is a behavioral therapy based weekly class taught by certified instructors for adolescents of all abilities. This class is open for all children and will have multiple open houses throughout September.

The address is 239 N Spring St. or contact us below. We want to see you there!😁

09/02/2023

We are having a free open house this Saturday, Sept. 2, from 10am-11:30am at the downtown Pensacola Library for a new adolescent music class in Pensacola! Notes of Possibility is a therapy based weekly class taught by certified instructors for adolescents of all abilities. This class is open for special needs and neurotypical children and will have multiple open houses throughout September.

The address is 239 N Spring St. or contact us below. We want to see you there!😁

07/30/2023

πŸššπŸŽ‰ We're Almost There! Help Us Cross the Finish Line! πŸŽ‰πŸšš

Thank you, thank you, thank you to all the incredible donors and sponsors who've supported our fundraising campaign for the new blue piece truck! Your generosity has been overwhelming, and we can't express how grateful we are! Together, we've come so far, and we're ALMOST there!

With your amazing contributions, we've raised an astounding amount, bringing us closer to our dream of acquiring the blue piece truck! 🌟 But we're not quite there yet! We have one final milestone to conquer – just $1,000 more to go!

That's where YOU come in! πŸ’ͺ We're reaching out to our incredible network to help us secure the last bit of funding. If you haven't donated yet, now's the perfect time to join our cause and make a real difference in the lives of so many people!

For our corporate supporters out there, we have fantastic advertising opportunities available! πŸ“Ί By contributing to our campaign, your brand will be showcased on the truck, making it a moving billboard, reaching a wide audience while also supporting a meaningful cause. It's a win-win situation!

We're working on on getting our card processor on the website. In the meantime we can take donations through the links in comment below!

07/13/2023

Kyle Cody and Joshua Harris are out in Allen Texas this week fundraising at the Dallas Card Show! We are 85% funded for The Blue Priece Truck. Check out how to support/book the truck on our website.

07/03/2023

We are excited to announce that registration is open for Notes of Possibility! Tag someone below who has children that qualify.

06/20/2023

The card has been sold! Thank you Mr. Rivera for championing individuals with special needs in our community. There are still a few sponsorship opportunities left. If you're interested in joining Mr. Rivera in suppporting the mission let us know!

Photos from Autism Down's post 06/07/2023

TLDR: Auction is open for a VICTOR WEMBANYAMA Bowman Chrome Green Parallel out of 99 and a chance to "Chase the first ever signed Wembanyama card! POP 2

This is ONLY the 2ND of this card out of 99. Coined for sharability. Only other one sold at auction is shown below.

This card was donated to be auctioned. All funds will go towards launching the first Blue Piece Food Truck and Notes of Possibility Music Program.

To imquire about the card, place a bid, or learn more about our programs contact us through DM or contact Kyle Cody below.

Auction will close Monday June 12 at 12 noon.

10/17/2022

Hey everyone,

Just letting everyone know we changed the date of The Autism Down Golf Classic from November 7th to
March 20th. Hopefully that date will work better!

Please let me know if you have any questions I am available 24-7

Thanks for the support!
KC

10/02/2022

What great night and big win for WEST FLORIDA over North Greenville University
34-31 game winner!!! University of West Florida Football

Great to help the community of Pensecola, FL

Photos from Autism Down's post 09/24/2022

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Photos from Autism Down's post 09/24/2022

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Hello FB Nation! We have some Extra MERCH from our β€œ A Walk with Peyton” 1st ever Awareness walk for those that couldn’t make it on Saturday or if you just want extras for friends or family. This helps us with our partnership with Special Olympics Oklahoma
to send our less fortunate champions, underfunded & under resourced schools & communities to the Stillwater games. We also putting the resources together to open up our 1st ever Blue Piece Cafe & Coffee shop in the Edmond/OKC area. This will be staffed by our loved ones with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Jobs are great but CAREERS achieve long term dreams! We can ship anywhere in the US.

T-shirts $14 or 2/$25
Hats $33 or 2/$60(New ERA trucker hat)
Bracelets $3 or 2/$5
Stickers $2 or 3/$5

09/15/2022

Doors open at 9 this Saturday. Kids 12 and under get in free. Art raffle, dunk tank, snacks, merch and liver performances to follow the walk. Be there or be square ⬛️!!

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Pensacola, FL
32503

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30am
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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