04/27/2026
Support from the Autism Services Council and the Florida Support Autism Programs specialty license plate is helping organizations across Florida create more opportunities for individuals with autism, including HDS Foundation.
Through BRIDGING the Gap: Empowering Students with Autism, 43 high school students are gaining hands-on experience in independence, social skills and everyday life through community outings and school-based activities. The program is opening doors to greater confidence and real-world readiness.
“As a direct result of this support, enrollment increased by seven additional students, allowing more youth with autism to access transition and life-skills programming that supports independence and post-secondary readiness.” – Liz Falk, Program Manager