We hear a lot of questions about what we do with the money raised from the Puzzle Walk.  The most exciting answer is that 100% of the proceeds from the Autism Society Puzzle Walk stay in Nebraska. Essentially that money goes where our Board of Directors decides it best serves our mission of improving the lives of all (Nebraskans) affected by autism! 

So who are the Board of Directors?  Our board is open to professionals, family members and persons on the spectrum.  We seek representation from communities across the entire state of Nebraska.  And this is your lucky day because right now we are seeking applications to fill open board positions!

We all know that there is so much to do in serving the autism community.  Trying to meet these needs has been compared to trying to extinguish a three alarm fire with a bucket full of water.  In other words, there is never enough time, money or resources to meet all of the needs.  This is why our board is so very important.  These community leaders help determine where the Autism Society is going to invest their limited resources. 

Some previous areas where the Autism Society has invested their resources include the creation and maintanance of our web site and relevant Newsgrams, ASD State Conference, family scholarships,  support groups, community events, sponsorship of summer ASD camps as well as scholarships for parents to attend conferences.

The Autism Society of Nebraska is committed to working with the local grassroots communities to meet their needs because no one knows better than you what your community needs.  We are here to partner with you to make it happen!  Our goal for 2010 is to expand our network of support groups across Nebraska.   With a stronger grassroots organization it will be easier for us to make sure we are having a real impact across the entire state!   Therefore…the Autism Society needs passionate individuals who are willing to step up and help lead the Nebraska grassroots community!

WE NEED YOU!

Please consider volunteering for this important leadership role in the Nebraska community. 

Take the first step and download our application here! 

(Please submit your application no later than July 1, 2010)