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May 11
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10 Twenty-Five Hosts 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament to Benefit Family Initiative

By David Brown News, News

Family Initiative is truly blessed to be surrounded by so many amazing people but this crew who pulled together a phenomenal Cornhole Event at 10 Twenty-Five Downtown Fort Myers is amazing.

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May 03
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Family Initiative Launches Weekly Programs, Activities to Reach Families With Children On The Autism Spectrum

By David Brown News

Family Initiative launches weekly programs, activities to reach families with children on the autism spectrum   CAPE CORAL, Fla. – Family Initiative has launched additional programs and playgroups for children and…

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May 02
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Family Initiative raises $391,000 at 2023 Autism Acceptance Awards Gala

By David Brown News

Family Initiative raises $391,000 at 2023 Autism Acceptance Awards Gala  Annual awards gala honors champions of autism spectrum disorder    FORT MYERS, Fla., (May 2, 2023) – Family Initiative’s 2023…

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Apr 13
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With autism diagnoses on rise, community outreach – and acceptance – is critical

By David Brown News

Guest Commentary:   With autism diagnoses on rise, community outreach – and acceptance – is critical   By David Brown  The recent announcement of an increase in autism spectrum disorder among U.S….

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Mar 29
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10 Twenty-Five to host 3rd Annual Autism Acceptance Cornhole Tournament April 22 to benefit Family Initiative

By David Brown News

10 Twenty-Five to host third Annual Autism Acceptance Cornhole Tournament April 22 to benefit Family Initiative Proceeds to fund sensory trailer to benefit youth on the autism spectrum    …

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Mar 29
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Following the money: SWFL emergency relief funds continue to help local nonprofits, families

By David Brown News

Following the money: SWFL emergency relief funds continue to help local nonprofits, families Southwest Florida communities are still rebuilding nearly six months after Hurricane Ian destroyed homes, businesses, restaurants, nonprofits,…

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Mar 02
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Op Ed: Empower parents for a stronger community

By David Brown News

Empower parents for a stronger community Legislation would increase access to innovative educational resources By: David Brown Each day across our community, parents are working hard to build a better…

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Jan 26
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Family Initiative fights for customizable school choice, learning options for students with unique abilities

By David Brown News

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (Jan. 25, 2023) – Family Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families with autism, recently participated in the introduction of Florida House Bill 1 (HB…

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Jan 18
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More than 500 turn out to hear autism activist Dr. Temple Grandin at Family Initiative’s Redefining Autism Speaker Series

By David Brown News

Fort Myers, Fla. (Jan. 18, 2023) – Family Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families with autism, continued its Redefining Autism speaker series with a presentation by renowned…

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Dec 05
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Family Initiative Sensory Santa 12/5/22 Event Pictures

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Recent Posts Extra

  • Family Initiative Launches Girls Group for Girls on the Autism Spectrum, Ages 11–17 July 17, 2026
  • Family Initiative Provides Key Hurricane Preparedness Resources for Families Affected by ASD June 17, 2026
  • Family Initiative to Host Hurricane & Emergency Preparedness Speaker Series for Families May 28, 2026
  • Hurricanes: The Natural Supervillain You Can Outsmart May 15, 2026
  • Family Initiative’s Autism Acceptance Awards Gala Raises More Than $475,000 for Southwest Florida Autism Services April 27, 2026

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RECENT NEWS

  • Family Initiative Launches Girls Group for Girls on the Autism Spectrum, Ages 11–17 July 17, 2026
  • Family Initiative Provides Key Hurricane Preparedness Resources for Families Affected by ASD June 17, 2026
  • Family Initiative to Host Hurricane & Emergency Preparedness Speaker Series for Families May 28, 2026

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