The Hearts & Voices is a welcoming community of families, advocates, and autism professionals who empower one another through shared experiences, compassionate dialogue, and unwavering support. We are a space where everyone is invited to learn, uplift, and grow together, regardless of personal experience with autism.
You don’t need to have a loved one on the spectrum to be part of this community.
You just need a heart that listens and a voice that cares.
"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members."
~ Coretta Scott King
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The Hearts & Voices Giving Tree
Tools to Thrive Drive
Making a tangible impact through essential support. With each donation, we can strengthen therapeutic services, enrich the lives of our learners, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of families in need of additional aid.
How Does It Work?
We have designed The Giving Tree to make giving simple, transparent, and purposeful. Donors can browse, select, and purchase exactly what they'd like to contribute, with each item clearly labeled by its use and impact. Additionally, donors who prefer flexibility have the option to contribute through a gift card which will allow us to purchase high-priority items as the needs arise.
The Donation Process:
Each donation is shipped directly to us, then distributed to trusted ABA organizations serving families in the Houston and Dallas areas, ensuring no learner is left behind.
We prioritize transparency and accountability every step of the way.
⦿ Donors are listed by name (or as "Anonymous") in the official donation log.
⦿ Items donated will be confirmed as received by a Clinical Director or Agency Owner to ensure accuracy and delivery.
⦿ Photo confirmation will be provided.
⦿ Donors may request a copy of the log to verify their contribution(s) were received and used appropriately.
Planting seeds of hope, comfort and progress in a child's life. One learner, one family, one donation at a time.
What You're Supporting
Feel, Play, Soothe - Sensory Donations:
Many of our learners have unique sensory needs. Some are seeking sensory input, actively looking for certain sensations, while others experience sensory aversions and need breaks from overwhelming environments filled with bright lights, loud sounds, or uncomfortable textures.
This list includes calming headphones, weighted items, tactile tools, and more. Each item has been carefully selected to provide comfort, promote regulation, and support focus in overstimulating settings.
The Reset Shelf - Regulation Donations:
Emotional dysregulation and hyperactivity are common challenges many of our learners face. This donation list includes tools that support in two key areas:
Hyperactivity - Items that encourage controlled movement and physical activity.
Emotional Regulation - Supports such as visual aids and communication tools that help learners identify their emotions and functionally communicate their wants/needs.
Motivate & Uplift - Reinforcer Donations:
Motivation is the key to our learner's success. Reinforcers help sustain engagement, encourage participation, and celebrate progress throughout therapy. These toys and rewards have been selected to spark joy, boost confidence, and keep learning fun and meaningful.
The Teaching Toolbox - Skill Acquisition Aids:
This is where learning gets hands-on. These materials, from flashcards to adaptive learning tools, directly support the development of language, communication, social skills, and independent living goals.
Your donation could be the key to enhancing a child’s learning experience, while also supporting both Analysts and Student Analysts by providing the essential clinical assessment materials needed to make informed, individualized treatment decisions.
Prevent & Protect - Safety Donations
This collection includes items carefully selected to prevent wandering (elopement) and protect curious learners who may access unsafe areas at home or in the clinic.
From childproof locks to door alarms and safety gates, these tools create a secure and supportive environment, reducing risk while promoting independence.
The Giving Tree Gift Card
A flexible donation option that allows donors to contribute cash, which is pooled into a collective gift card fund. These funds are used to purchase high-priority items from our registry or any other essential support for learners in need.
While most items are distributed through partnered ABA organizations, this fund also allows us to support families who may not currently be receiving ABA services.
If you or someone you love is caring for a child on the autism spectrum in need of support tools such as regulation items or safety aids, but are not connected to an ABA provider, we invite you to contact us.