Make Waves for change.
April is Autism Acceptance Month. Together, we’re not just raising awareness—we’re making waves that create lasting change for the Autism community and beyond.
Since 2007, the Make Waves Family Foundation has donated over $5mm to communities in need.
Our mission is to empower individuals to live healthy, safe and supported lives. Our primary initiatives focus on the Autism community, women’s health, and humanitarian aid.
Our Efforts
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The U Can Employ initiative, led by Els for Autism, aims to increase employment opportunities for individuals with autism by equipping companies with the training, consultation, and support needed to build inclusive workplaces. Supported by the Make Waves Foundation, this initiative empowers people with autism to lead meaningful lives and contribute as valued community members.
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Over the next five years, the Make Waves Family Foundation is giving $1 million to the First Place Global Leadership Institute to create the Make Waves Center for Community Development.
The center aims to fuel a new marketplace of supportive housing and community options through replicable, sustainable design, programming and development strategies.
You can read more about The Make Waves Center for Community Development here.
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There is an urgent need among law enforcement agencies to provide trainings with proven strategies on how to improve communication and de-escalate conflict with people on the spectrum.
Make Waves is proud to initiate and sponsor a law enforcement training led by The Autism Society of Inland Empire for law enforcement agencies in Orange County, CA.
Our Causes
The Make Waves Family Foundation supports organizations committed to:
Providing resources and opportunity for the Autism community to live fully.
Advancing and prioritizing women’s healthcare.
Emergency response for global disasters, famine, and conflict.
Overall, Make Waves works to achieve equitable opportunities for underserved populations.
About Us
The Make Waves Family Foundation is a culmination of work done by the Roth Family to motivate and inspire others to get involved in supporting the Autism community.
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