Northwest Autism Center

06/08/2026

Hey NAC Friends, Elevations' newest grant cycle opens today! 🙌 This grant offers families of children with special needs the opportunity to apply for assistance with out-of-pocket therapy costs, therapeutic equipment, deductibles, coverage support, and other eligible services.

🌐 Visit their website at elevationsspokane.org for more info on how to apply!

📣 Grant Applications Are Open!

Be sure to complete all parts of the application before submitting. Applications close in July 24, 2026. Grant notifications will be sent in late August. Apply today at elevationsspokane.org

We are honored to support families and help create lasting impact in our community!

05/28/2026

Northwest Autism Center is looking for compassionate, dependable people who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families!

✨NEW POSITION: Admin & Community Services Coordinator for our Schade location! Learn more on our website and apply today!

✨STILL NEEDED: Behavior Technician ($250 sign on bonus with current CBT!)

This is more than just a job. It’s hands-on, heart-forward work rooted in connection, growth, and community. We want someone with willingness to learn, to show up with care, and be part of a supportive team.

Why join NAC?
• Make a direct impact in the lives of children and families
• Work alongside a collaborative and encouraging team
• Receive training and mentorship
• Build a meaningful career

At NAC, we believe in the worth of every individual, and that includes the families we serve and the people doing this important work every day.

Whether you’re starting your career, looking for a fresh path, or hoping to find work that feels more connected to your community, we’d love to connect with you.

👉 View our open positions and apply today:
https://nwautism.org/employment/

05/22/2026

This was such a fun day to be apart of!

SPOKANE, Wash.— Shadle Park High School held its adaptive field day for students with physical or intellectual disabilities.

05/22/2026

Today Shadle Park High School hosted an Adapted Field Day for special education students from Spokane Public Schools and surrounding districts, welcoming around 400 high school students for a beautiful sunny day full of fun, connection, and smiles! 🌞

Northwest Autism Center was excited to be part of the Community Zone with a sensory bin table where students had to guess what they were touching. The most surprisingly controversial item? Slightly wet sponge bits! You either loved it or hated it, with absolutely no in between! 😂

We loved getting to spend the day with so many amazing students and hope everyone had as much fun as we did. 💙

Thanks to our incredible staff for making this day happen!

04/30/2026

💛Community in Every Step 👣

📸 We’re so excited to share some of our favorite moments from the 11th Annual Steps for Autism 5k. You can find event photos here: https://fb.me/e/8aSH1u5GJ (click on the discussion tab)

What a day! Our 11th Annual Steps for Autism Walk/Run/Roll 5K was nothing short of incredible. We had 547 registered participants and hundreds more who showed up to be part of this amazing community.

💫 From the energy at the starting line to the smiles along the course, this day was a true reflection of what happens when a community comes together with purpose and heart.

To our presenting Spokane City Credit Union (SCCU) and dozens of other sponsors and vendors - thank you for showing up, supporting and helping make this event possible. 🙌

To our 50+ volunteers who were handing out water and snacks, guiding participants and keeping everything running smoothly...you are the backbone of this event. 💧🍎

And to every family member and friend who walked, ran or rolled with us in support of those with autism and other developmental disabilities, you made this day unforgettable. 💙

It truly takes a community, and we felt that in every single step.
Be sure to tag yourself, your friends, and help us celebrate!

04/28/2026

Anime With a Purpose is a therapeutic recreation program for teens (14–17) that uses anime as a way to build connection, confidence, and real-life skills—without it feeling heavy.

Each week is simple: watch, talk, hang out, and actually connect.

🗓 Thursdays | 5:30–7:30 PM
📅 May 7 – June 11 (6 weeks)
💲 $25

We’re keeping it small—8 spots total—and it will fill quickly.

👉 Registration is open here: https://nwautism.org/autism-resources/skillsandrec/

04/27/2026

One of the most special moments from this year’s Steps for Autism came from the incredible Norwest family (Shawn Norwest Cheldyn Cecelia), who traveled all the way from the Colville area to join us for their very first event. 💙

Sophia and her mom went above and beyond, hosting a bake sale and donating the proceeds to support our mission. Their generosity, heart and dedication are such a powerful reminder of what this community is all about.

Because of families like theirs, we’re able to continue investing in meaningful programs, resources, and support for individuals with autism and their families. This is how lives are changed, through compassion, action and people who truly care.

Thank you, Norwest family, for making a lasting impact. We’re so grateful you’re now part of our Steps for Autism community!

04/27/2026

Wow, what an incredible day at our 11th Annual Steps for Autism!

To everyone who showed up, walked, ran, rolled, volunteered, sponsored, and supported… thank you. Your energy, kindness, and commitment to our community made this event truly unforgettable.

We are so grateful to stand alongside each of you in support of autism acceptance and inclusion.

We know you’re excited to relive the day and we are too! 📸 We’re currently going through hundreds of photos and will be sharing them as soon as we can, so stay tuned!

04/27/2026

We were honored to have City of Spokane Mayor's Office join us at our 11th Annual Steps for Autism event this weekend to read the official Autism Acceptance & Awareness Month Proclamation. 💙

Moments like this help amplify the voices of individuals and families in our community and remind us all of the importance of acceptance, inclusion and support.

Thank you, Mayor Brown for standing with us and helping shine a light on autism awareness and acceptance in Spokane!