The Answer Inc, Autism Awareness & Support Agency would love to be a part of your commitment to leaving this world in better shape than how you found it.  Please take a minute to browse thru - Who We Are and What We Do - and see some of the good works that we are doing in the community and to accept our humble invitation to come along side and support the dreams of the families that we serve, by “Opening Your Heart To Autism” in any of the following ways: 

Help Us Fundraise

We have three fundraising events every year, each of which help to fund our programming throughout. And we invite you start a team and come hit the track, while helping us raise some funds @ Our Annual Walkathon. Put on your Sunday Best and come hit the dance floor, while helping us raise some funds @ Our Annual Gala. Or, join the millions of thoughtful committed citizens worldwide, who are participating in the largest global giving day, while helping us maximize our impact in the lives of the families that we serve - on Giving Tuesday.

Our "Open Your Heart To Autism" Walk-a-Thon will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2020, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at Proviso West High School, 4701 W. Harrison, Hillside, ILLINOIS.There are several ways that you can be a part of the success of this fundr…

Our "Open Your Heart To Autism" Walk-a-Thon will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2020, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at Proviso West High School, 4701 W. Harrison, Hillside, ILLINOIS.

There are several ways that you can be a part of the success of this fundraising effort - by becoming a Fundraiser, Sponsor, Vendor, or Donor. All proceeds raised during this event will be used in support of the various programs we provide for our families and community.

In September 2020, we will be hosting our 13th Annual Gala Reception. The evening event includes premier appetizers, delicious carving stations, music, dancing, photo booth, great raffles and silent auction prizes such as a chance to win Hotel Stays…

In September 2020, we will be hosting our 13th Annual Gala Reception. The evening event includes premier appetizers, delicious carving stations, music, dancing, photo booth, great raffles and silent auction prizes such as a chance to win Hotel Stays and an array of fun items.

There are several ways that you can be a part of the success of this fundraising effort - first and foremost by attending the Gala. You can also be a sponsor, donate items for the Silent & Live Auction and purchase an Ad in our Advertisement book.

Did you know that Giving Tuesday will be our final fundraiser of 2020, and conversely, the largest global giving day all year? We're excited that - The Answer Inc will be a part of this worldwide event, providing you with a chance to give back to yo…

Did you know that Giving Tuesday will be our final fundraiser of 2020, and conversely, the largest global giving day all year? We're excited that - The Answer Inc will be a part of this worldwide event, providing you with a chance to give back to your community. Our organization has set a goal to raise $10,000 in just 24 hours. It'll take everyone to get it done, but the impact your donations will have is going to be incredible.


Help Us Spread The Word

There are several ways that you can help us spread the word and maximize our efforts to impact the lives of the families that we serve.


Help Us Spread The Love

If you are simply looking for some "good works" to support in your community, you have come to the right place. Contributions from thoughtful committed citizens like yourselves allow us to fund our programming efforts and continue to provide much needed activities and outlets for Children and Parents of Children with Autism and other Special Needs.  

Click the donate button below and we will be sure to send you a special thank you gift as a small gesture of how much your donation means to The Answer Inc and each and every mother and child that is a part of the community that we serve.

Forever Hopeful,

Debra Vines, Founder/Executive Director