Autism MVP Foundation
Non-profit OrganizationsNew Jersey, United States2-10 Employees
Autism MVP Foundation is a small nonprofit based in Little Silver, New Jersey, focused on expanding the workforce of autism-focused educators and therapists to meet the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum. It backs this goal by awarding scholarships to graduate students pursuing careers in Special Education or autism-centered therapies, aiming to improve cognitive, social, and daily living outcomes for both children and adults on the spectrum. The foundation collaborates with Monmouth University, Rutgers University, and Temple University to administer its scholarship programs. The organization situates its work within a broader context of substantial autism diagnoses in the United States, and notes particularly high rates in New Jersey, underscoring the demand for qualified professionals. This emphasis on cultivating professionals to address ongoing service needs informs its activities as a nonprofit. In March 2025, Autism MVP participated in its 2nd Annual Pickleball Social for Autism MVP, organized with the Monmouth Pickleball Club to honor Dwight Macock.