It Starts with Community. It Starts with You.
Whether you’re showing up for a day or ready to build a strong TACA community in your area, you’ll be part of something powerful, supporting families with autism through connection, education, and hope.
How Our Volunteers Engage
Community Volunteers
(1–15 HOURS PER YEAR)
For parents and community members who want flexible involvement.
They may:
- Host outreach tables and presentation in the community
- Share TACA resources locally (host Coffee Talks, if a parent volunteer)
- Support community or family events
- Support a TACA Virtual offering
- Fundraise through a personal TACA page
Volunteer Community Leaders
(16–30 HOURS PER YEAR)
For parents and caregivers who want deeper involvement and local leadership.
They may:
- Host TACA Coffee Talks (in-person small group parent support)
- Lead local outreach tables and presentations
- Coordinate and host Community and Family events
- Engage other volunteers and support events in their area
- Host a TACA fundraiser
Group Volunteers
(HOURS VARY)
For groups (clubs, schools, corporate teams, community organizations, etc.) interested in volunteering together.
They may:
- Support local community events
- Assist with event setup and cleanup
- Help staff activity or resource tables
- Assemble event materials or swag bags
- Support registration and guest check-in
What Families Gain
TACA’s Volunteer Program exists to build communities of connected parents who support one another, share trusted information, and help move each other forward on their autism journey. Through local volunteers across the country, families gain access to real connection, practical education, and hope. Right in their own communities.
Connection with other parents who “get it”
Access to trusted, evidence-based information
Support navigating school, medical, and transition systems
Resources focused on creating a plan to move families forward on their journey
A community that grows with them from childhood through adulthood
Training and support provided through the TACA Volunteer Hub and GroupMe Group
The TACA Volunteer Hub
All volunteers are supported through the TACA Volunteer Hub, a central digital space that provides:
- Training and onboarding
- Resource libraries
- Event tools
- National updates and TACA Events Calendar
This ensures families receive consistent, high-quality support nationwide.
Who Can Volunteer
Parents & Caregivers:
- Bring lived experience
- Can host Coffee Talks
- Help guide other families
- Share insight and hope
Note: Coffee Talks are parent-led spaces.
Community Members (Non-Parents)
- Bring skills, energy, and advocacy
- Support outreach and events
- Help expand TACA’s reach
- Strengthen community awareness
Groups & Organizations:
- Bring teamwork and collective impact
- Support larger events and initiatives
- Help expand community partnerships
- Create meaningful service opportunities for schools, clubs, and organizations
Together, We Empower Families and Inspire Hope
Every community deserves access to connection, education, and support. Through TACA volunteers, families across the country are finding each other, learning together, and moving forward with confidence.
Join us in building a future where no family faces autism alone.
How to Get Started
- Submit a volunteer application
- Complete onboarding through the Volunteer Hub
- Start serving your community
