Els for Autism Foundation

About Els for Autism Foundation

Els for Autism is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with autism and their caregivers through lifetime services and collaborative partnerships. Their global mission focuses on creating endless possibilities by offering a range of programs and support worldwide, with a hub at The Els Center of Excellence in Jupiter, Florida.

Products & Services

Early Intervention & Education Services:Services aimed at changing developmental trajectories of individuals with autism by maximizing their potential through interventions that impact cognitive, social, and communication skills.

Recreation Services:Programs transforming the culture of sports and leisure to include individuals with autism, offering participation in recreational activities, lessons, and group classes.

Adult Services:Services for adults with autism to foster independence, confidence, and purpose by focusing on individual strengths, needs, and interests after exiting the school system.

Therapy Services:Specialized therapeutic interventions to support individuals with autism across various needs.

Global Services:Support and consultation services for families and professionals worldwide through programs like GOALS (Global Outreach Autism Learning Services).

Professional Development:Training and resources for professionals working with individuals with autism, including conferences and internships.

Social Enterprises:Initiatives like UCanEmploy and Sea of Possibilities to provide employment opportunities and products created by individuals with autism.

Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf Program:A specialized golf program to teach motor, social, and communication skills to individuals with autism, offered globally through Official Program Providers.

Specialties

Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Early Intervention and Education Recreation and Sports Programs Adult Services and Independence Training Global Outreach and Telehealth Services Professional Development for Autism Care Therapeutic Interventions Employment Programs for Individuals with Autism

Funding History

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#	Type	Amount Fields	Date Fields	Investors
1	RT: Government Appropriation T: - FT: Government Appropriation	A: 1000000 MR: - FA: $1 million FAN: 1000000	D: 2023-08-29 FD: 2023-08-29	4 investors

Government Appropriation Latest

2023-08-29

$1.0M

4 investors (Pro only)

Growth Metrics

+45%

Employee Growth

YoY

3.2x

Funding Growth

Last Round

12

Markets

Operating

10K+

Customers

Active

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Team & Leadership

E

Ernie Els

Former World No.1, World Golf Hall of Famer, and four-time Major Champion

L

Liezl Els

Managing Director

M

Marvin Shanken

Founder

M

Marlene Sotelo

Executive Director

R

Russell Lehmann

Public Speaker, Poet, and Activist

A

Andrew Biltman

Author and Artist

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