Knowautism Foundation

Organization Overview

Knowautism Foundation is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (G99) the organization is classified as: Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Knowautism Foundation is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, Knowautism Foundation generated $379.2k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $274.6k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 8.0% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

KNOWAUTISM FOUNDATION PROMOTES AUTISM AWARENESS BY PROVIDING EDUCATION RELATING TO AUTISM, AND SUPPORTING OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES STRICKEN WITH AUTISTIC FAMILY MEMBERS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

TUITION & THERAPY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS RANGING FROM $1,000 TO $5,000 TO HELP EASE THE FINANCIAL BURDEN OF THERAPEUTIC TREATMENTS AND INTERVENTION FOR AUTISM. TO BE ELIGIBLE, THE CHILD MUST BE BETWEEN 12 MONTHS AND 18 YEARS OF AGE AND MUST HAVE ALREADY RECEIVED A CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER. THESE AWARDS MAY BE USED FOR BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION PROGRAMS, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, SPEECH THERAPY, SOCIAL SKILLS GROUPS, SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOLS, AND SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.


AUTISM AWARENESS PROGRAM FOCUSES ON SHARING STORIES AND PROVIDING INFORMATION AND OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS, PRINTED BROCHURES, AND INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES TO INCREASE UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE OF PEOPLE WITH AUTISM AND FOSTERING SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY.


THE EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM PROVIDES DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AND ADULTS AFFECTED BY AUTISM TO HELP THEM WITH FOOD AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES WHEN THEY ARE NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY NATURAL DISASTERS.


COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM - THE PURPOSE OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO SUPPORT OTHER ORGANIZATIONS WITH PROGRAMMING FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITY TO FURTHER OUR MISSION.THE SPECIAL INTEREST FUND HELPS WITH AUTISM ACCESS ADAPTIVE AND INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT DO NOT FALL UNDER THE UMBRELLA OF TRADITIONAL AUTISM TREATMENTS OR INTERVENTIONS. AWARDS RANGE FROM $500 TO $1,000 PER CHILD. ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS INCLUDE SPECIALIZED CAMPS, MUSIC THERAPY, ART THERAPY, YOGA THERAPY, THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING, ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS, AND SIMILAR PROGRAMMING. THIS FUND MAY ALSO BE USED TO COVER FEES FOR AUTISM/DISABILITY ADVOCATES (UP TO $1,000).ART PROGRAM FOCUSES ON PROVIDING CHILDREN AN OUTLET TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES. WE PROVIDE ART KITS TO OUR GRANT RECIPIENTS, STUDENTS FROM SCHOOLS, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS, TO CHILDREN INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN OUR ART FESTIVAL. THE SUBMISSIONS ARE FEATURED IN OUR ANNUAL AS I AM ART FESTIVAL. AUTISM DIAGNOSTIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES TO HELP SUBSIDIZE THE COST OF DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FOR CHILDREN BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12 MONTHS AND 14 YEARS OF AGE.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Paul David Van Atta
Interim Executive Director
$32,717
Amy Pierce
Chair
$0
Sippi Khurana MD
Treasurer
$0
Perri Palermo
Secretary
$0
Michelle Bohreer
Director
$0
Alice Mao Brams MD
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$379,159
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$379,159
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $0
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $379,159

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Knowautism Foundation has awarded $35,058 in support to 2 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

THEATER UNDER THE STARS

Org PageRecipient Profile

Houston, TX

PURPOSE: INCLUSIVE ARTS

$20,000

Houston, TX

PURPOSE: ADAPTED DANCE

$15,058
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Knowautism Foundation has recieved totaling $11,585.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Shunpike Charitable Foundation

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

PURPOSE: General Support

$7,500
Alkek & Williams Foundation

Houston, TX

PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT

$3,500
Shell Oil Company Foundation

Houston, TX

PURPOSE: MEF

$400
Jp Morgan Chase Foundation

New York, NY

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT

$150
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$35
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