AUTISM SOCIETY OF THE KEYS, INC.
TAVERNIER, FLORIDA

Autism Society of the Keys, Inc., established on March 12, 2009, is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by autism and promoting awareness in the community. Headquartered at 171 Hood Avenue, Tavernier, Florida, with contact numbers (305) 942-5173; (305) 942-5172, the society has played an instrumental role for parents seeking answers and guidance in autism education and treatment. The organization emerged from personal experiences striving to offer hope and evidence that improvement is achievable through proper knowledge and support. With a mission rooted deeply in advocacy and community involvement, it aims to dismantle misconceptions about autism and provide resources that demonstrate recovery possibilities, including successful integration into mainstream educational settings for children diagnosed with the condition. Currently led by President Pam T. Schmidt, Vice President Zech Carson, and Treasurer Courtney Leigh, Autism Society of the Keys continues its mission through various programs designed to educate, support families emotionally, and facilitate better outcomes. The society operates under the official registration DOS Florida Company number N09000002499 with a recent amendment noted on February 10, 2011. Its annual operations align with compliance reporting, as per the latest report dated February 2, 2024. The society's work emphasizes faith and perseverance in recovery journeys, encouraging collaboration among families, healthcare professionals, and community members to enhance quality of life for individuals affected by autism.