History
Jason Cherry, founder of Siblings of Autism, recognizes the powerful impact of growing up with a sibling on the autism spectrum. Jason’s brother, Matthew, was adopted from a Russian orphanage in 1993 just before Jason’s birth. Diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and fetal alcohol syndrome, Matthew had a substantial impact on Jason’s and his sister’s childhood. The extensive involvement and funding required by the family for services and support for Matthew over two decades directly influenced Jason and contributed to his compassion for kids on the autism spectrum and their siblings. As a direct result of the powerful and challenging experiences in his home, Jason has developed into a true leader and is working to become a voice for all siblings of individuals with autism.
Mission
Siblings of Autism is dedicated to supporting the siblings of individuals on the autism spectrum through educational scholarships, respite funds, and outreach programs. For more information on Siblings of Autism go to www.siblingsofautism.org
Fiscal Agent
The Autism Society of America will serve as the fiscal and administrative agent for Siblings of Autism. All contributions made to Siblings of Autism will be made thru the Autism Society of America and placed in a designated fund for the Siblings of Autism Program. The Autism Society of America is a registered corporation and IRS 501c(3) organization. For more information on the Autism Society of America go to www.autismsociety.org.