About Us
The Bursary of Hope for Autism is a registered non-profit organization based in Ontario (Charity Registration No. 846028769RR0001) and run entirely by dedicated volunteers. Our mission is to raise funds to support families who are struggling to access Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for their children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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We are proud to partner with Behaviour Innovations, a private provider of ABA services supporting children in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Toronto and surrounding communities.
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ABA therapy has been shown to significantly improve outcomes for children with autism, but the cost can range from $30,000 to $60,000 per year — a financial burden that many families simply cannot bear. While some government-funded programs are available, they often come with long waitlists and do not fully cover the cost of care.
Through generous community support and fundraising initiatives, the Bursary of Hope helps bridge that gap. Our goal is to ensure that every child has access to the care they deserve, regardless of financial barriers or government delays.
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Our Impact Since 2008
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Total money raised: $1.95 million
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Donations to Autism: $1.49 million
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Percentage of funds donated to Autism: 76%
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Administration costs: 1.5% of money raised
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Estimated hours of Autism services provided since 2008: 46,750
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Families supported since 2008: 87+
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Get Involved
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We welcome your support! If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities or would like to donate an auction item, please email us at info@bursaryofhope.com or click the button below.
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Your contribution can make a meaningful difference in a child’s life.
"...children with ASD who had received an average of 3 years of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at approx. 36 hours a week of treatment... costs savings to the education system were projected to be more than $275,000 for each student by their 18th birthday."
-Chasson, Harris, and Neely (2007)
Our Mission
The Bursary of Hope for Autism is a non-profit, entirely volunteer-driven organization dedicated to raising funds to support families struggling to access ABA therapy for their children with autism.
