What ASBC Does

Autism Society of Boulder County (ASBC) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 20-0574440) and local affiliate chapter of the Autism Society of America. We are dedicated to empowering autistic individuals of all ages—from toddlers and young children to teens, adults, and seniors—and across all levels of the autism spectrum, alongside their families. We bridge critical gaps in local care by generating accessible, low-barrier opportunities that honor diverse sensory needs, backgrounds, and abilities. Our vision is a welcoming, vibrant Boulder County where every autistic individual feels valued, supported, and fully included in the community.

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To foster true connection, skill-building, and lifelong support, we focus our work across three primary pillars:

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• Recreation & Inclusive Gatherings: We create spaces where individuals and families can participate comfortably and authentically without financial strain or judgment. Our signature programs include:

  • Free Monthly Open Gyms: Safe, sensory-friendly spaces for all ages to climb, jump, and play.

  • Gateway Fun Park Outings: Free, twice-yearly social gatherings for mini-golf, arcade games, and go-karts.

  • iCanBike Camp: An annual, week-long program helping individuals with disabilities learn to independently ride a two-wheeled bicycle.

  • Family Outdoor Adventures: Deeply subsidized trips, like our adaptive camping and rafting outings in partnership with the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD).

• Education & Community Inclusion: We work directly with local partners to make Boulder County safer and more accommodating. This includes:

  • First Responder & Business Training: Providing free autism training and distributing essential sensory kits/bags to Boulder County Police, EMS, local businesses, and non-profits to ensure safety and de-escalation during emergencies or public outings.

  • Skill-Building & Creativity: Partnering with local organizations like TinkerMill to provide free makerspace memberships and class subsidies for families, adults, and seniors to learn new hobbies, gain technical skills, and explore small business opportunities.

• Support & Peer Networks: We offer vital spaces for connection at every stage of life, ensuring no one navigates the journey alone:

  • Parent & Caregiver Groups: Free, multilingual support groups tailored to families raising autistic children across different ages and support levels.

  • Adult & Senior Support Groups: Dedicated spaces for autistic adults to discuss independent living, employment, finances, dating, friendships, and identity, with ongoing expansion into couples support.

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Please note: ASBC is not a clinical service provider and does not offer direct therapeutic interventions, medical treatments, or formal diagnostic testing. Our mission is centered on building community, expanding access, generating opportunities, and fostering meaningful, lifelong social connections.