Autism Society of Greater Akron
Individual and Family ServicesOhio, United States11-50 Employees
The Autism Society of Greater Akron is a regional branch of a national network dedicated to supporting individuals with autism and their families. Based in Akron, Ohio, the organization serves Summit, Medina, Portage, Wayne, and Stark counties, offering education, advocacy, and life-span supports through a combination of staff, volunteers, and community partnerships. Its work focuses on connecting people in the autism community to the services and resources they need, with a mission built around coordinated access to support across education, advocacy, and services. Established in 1987, ASGA has evolved from a volunteer group into a professional organization with a board and multiple full-time staff, enabling sustained programs and community collaborations. Recent partnerships and events, such as collaborations with local cultural venues and parks departments, illustrate its ongoing engagement with community organizations to broaden access to autism-friendly programs.