Creating Opportunities. Building Inclusion. Changing Lives.
Creating Opportunities. Building Inclusion. Changing Lives.
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SHINE is a Georgia based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of autistic individuals, people with disabilities, and their families through education, advocacy, community engagement, and life changing programs.
SHINE is a Georgia based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of autistic individuals, people with disabilities, and their families through education, advocacy, community engagement, and life changing programs.
Founded in 2023, SHINE believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive, be included, and have their unique strengths recognized and celebrated.
Founded in 2023, SHINE believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive, be included, and have their unique strengths recognized and celebrated.
Every program we create is designed to strengthen families, expand access to resources, and build more inclusive communities across Georgia.
Every program we create is designed to strengthen families, expand access to resources, and build more inclusive communities across Georgia.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to support and honor children and youth with autism, by providing them with the resources, support, inclusion and opportunities they need to thrive as well as providing support to their families.
Our mission is to support and honor children and youth with autism, by providing them with the resources, support, inclusion and opportunities they need to thrive as well as providing support to their families.
We are committed to creating a world where diversity is celebrated, and every child is given the opportunity to SHINE!
We are committed to creating a world where diversity is celebrated, and every child is given the opportunity to SHINE!
Our Vision
Our Vision
We envision a world where autistic individuals and people with disabilities are empowered to thrive in inclusive, supportive communities. Our goal is to provide safe spaces, meaningful programs, and essential resources through initiatives like a sensory gym, family support services, food assistance, and inclusive recreational opportunities. Together, we are building a future defined by acceptance, opportunity, and the belief that every individual deserves the chance to shine.
We envision a world where autistic individuals and people with disabilities are empowered to thrive in inclusive, supportive communities. Our goal is to provide safe spaces, meaningful programs, and essential resources through initiatives like a sensory gym, family support services, food assistance, and inclusive recreational opportunities. Together, we are building a future defined by acceptance, opportunity, and the belief that every individual deserves the chance to shine.
What We Do
What We Do
Community Programs
Community Programs
Creating opportunities for families to connect, learn, and grow through inclusive events, workshops, support groups, and community initiatives.
Monthly Family Support Group
Monthly Family Support Group
Helping families access resources, education, and programs that improve everyday life.
Education & Advocacy
Education & Advocacy
Working alongside educators, healthcare professionals, businesses, and community leaders to promote understanding, accessibility, and inclusion.
Recognition & Celebration
Recognition & Celebration
Through SHINE Honors and the Shining Star Program we recognize the extraordinary individuals and organizations whose dedication strengthens the disability and special needs community.
Our Impact
Our Impact
Serving families throughout Metro Atlanta and beyond.
Serving families throughout Metro Atlanta and beyond.
Founded
2023
Founded
2023
Programs
6
Programs
6
Community Events
250+ Events
Community Events
250+ Events
Families Served
1,400+ Families Served
Families Served
1,400+ Families Served
Children & Youth Impacted
1,000+ Children & Youth Impacted
Children & Youth Impacted
1,000+ Children & Youth Impacted
Be Part of the Inaugural SHINE Honors Gala
Be Part of the Inaugural SHINE Honors Gala
Whether you sponsor, nominate, attend, or support, your involvement helps recognize extraordinary people and strengthen communities across Georgia.
Whether you sponsor, nominate, attend, or support, your involvement helps recognize extraordinary people and strengthen communities across Georgia.
NOMINATIONS OPEN DECEMBER 1ST 2026
NOMINATIONS OPEN DECEMBER 1ST 2026
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