Mission Statement
The Autism Society of North Carolina is an organization that has
the same mission today as when it started 40 years ago:

•        Our organization works to directly improve the lives of
individuals and families affected by autism. We help real people
facing real challenges. We are service driven, rather than
research driven.
•        We are a local organization, supporting North Carolinians
affected by autism. Every dollar that we raise stays within North
Carolina, helping people who live and work in our local
communities.

For the past several years, the Autism Society of North Carolina-
Pender County Chapter has taken an active role in the advocacy
of people on the Autism Spectrum and those who care for them.  
ASNC-Pender is dedicated to provide awareness and education
to general public, because with greater understanding of autism
spectrum disorder, there is greater acceptance and tolerance.

ASNC-Pender meets once a month.  Times and locations vary
because we are such a large county- we go where we are
needed!  If you have questions or just need to be around others in
a similar situation, please come join us.  We provide a positive
environment and it’s our goal to better prepare everyone dealing
with the challenges of living with autism spectrum disorder.