Lighting the way to connection, understanding, and hope.

A community powered by lived experience, where families and autistic individuals connect and learn. More than a resource, it’s a home base.

Born from Lived Experience

Jasmine’s
Story

At 14, Jasmine Zou turned her journey from confusion and exclusion into a source of light for others. Her story is the heart of the Guiding Light Foundation, built to give families and autistic individuals a place to belong.

“Every person with autism should feel seen, understood, and celebrated.”

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Explore and Join Our Community  

Engage in our community built on support, belonging, and shared strength. A space where autistic individuals, families, and allies connect, uplift one another, and grow together.

Community

Guiding Light’s Mission 

The Guiding Light Foundation exists to bring autistic individuals, families, and allies together in a community built on connection, learning, and belonging.

Connect

Building safe and welcoming spaces where autistic individuals, families, and allies can come together, both online and in person.

Learn

Trusted resources, sharing lived experiences, and professional insights to guide families and empower voices.

Belong

Creating a stigma-free community rooted in compassion and acceptance.