October 2026

Hello Friends,



Fall brings fresh opportunities at Hope 4 Autism! Our new program year is underway, and we’re excited to share how your support helps teens and adults with autism build confidence, develop skills, and connect with our community.

Thank You for Making Hope Possible

Whether you shop, donate, volunteer, give, or share our story, you help create opportunities for individuals with autism. We’re grateful to have you as part of our community.

Intern Field Trip

Get Ready for the Battle of the Businesses!

Mark your calendar for

Thursday, January 21, 2027, from 6–8:30 p.m.

Local businesses will compete in a fun evening of games and friendly competition—all supporting Hope 4 Autism!

There are several ways to participate:

• Bring a team: Six players for $500. Smaller businesses can join together!
• Become a sponsor: Support the event even if you can’t field a team.
• Come cheer: Spectator tickets are $10.

We’re grateful to Belgrade State Bank, our presenting sponsor, and Thurman, Shinn, & Schweiss, our Battle Round sponsor, for helping make this event possible.

Explore Tickets, Teams & Sponsorships

PEERS Adult session will begin in January

PEERS

Program for the Education and Enhancement of Relational Skills

This program stresses the importance of developing and maintaining friendships for teens and adults with autism.

Some of the subjects covered are:

Conversation skills

How to enter and exit conversations

Electronic communication

Using humor appropriately

Organizing get-togethers

Being a good sport

Dating Etiquette (young adults only)

Handling disagreements

Changing a bad reputation

Handling teasing and bullying

The majority of the course cost will be covered through a grant.

If you or someone you know might be interested, please contact

Luann at luann@hope4autism.org or call 573-664-1711.

Click the link below for additional information on our website.

Dress 2 Impress Spotlight:

Where Fashion Meets Purpose

Every purchase and clothing donation helps support the work of Hope 4 Autism.

Dress 2 Impress also provides a welcoming place for our interns to practice workplace skills.

Our current donation needs include men’s shirts, shoes, belts, ties, and suits, along with women’s purses, jewelry, and shoes.

Visit us at 117 E. Columbia Street in Farmington. We’d love to see you!

New Blog Post:



Halloween Looks Different for Everyone

Some people love the costumes and excitement. Others would rather skip the crowds.

Our latest blog shares a few simple ways to help teens and adults with autism enjoy Halloween on their own terms.