2026 Autism Direct Funding

Thank you to all who applied for funding in 2026. The application period is now closed.

The funding can be used for children and youth under the age of 18 who live in Waterloo Region with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis to help with costs related to summer camps, respite support, and leisure activities.

The Autism Direct Funding applications for 2027-2028 will be available on our website from January 1, 2027 to January 31, 2027. The funding is for programs occurring between April 1, 2027 and March 31, 2028.

The form is currently not available. It will be posted on this page January 1, 2027.