Keeping Neurodivergent Resources Free For All:

A 7-Day Fundraiser... with daily updates

Grizzled old autist as an advocate & podcaster.

I believe no one should have to pay to be autistic.

That principle has guided my work from the beginning, ensuring that every article, podcast episode, and resource I create remains freely accessible to anyone who needs it. It's not just a nice idea—it's essential for our community.

The Impact of Your Support

Just in February 2025 alone, I talked directly with:

• 17 newly diagnosed autistic adults who shared that these resources helped them understand themselves for the first time

• 11 families raising neurodivergent kids who found practical strategies to support their children

• 12 therapists and caregivers who improved their support approaches based on authentic autistic perspectives

• 7 researchers developing better understanding of lived neurodivergent experiences

• 3 teachers creating more inclusive classroom environments

Hundreds reach out directly for help every year.

THEN there are the tens of thousands who read or listen. Silently. Each of these connections represents someone who accessed these resources without financial barriers… as it should be.

The Current Challenge

In my 70s, I survive on government assistance. And I'm grateful.

But with inflation and recent cuts to my government housing, medical, and food subsidies, I'm facing a financial crisis that threatens this work.

I need to raise $150 in the next 7 days to cover Internet service and other modest but critical expenses that allow me to continue creating content.

Thank you to the 9 Founding Member paid subscribers who already make this possible. Your support means everything.

If just 15 more people contributed $10 each (or any combination that works), we'd reach our goal.

Ways to Help

1. Make a one-time contribution through this 7-day Ko-Fi fundraiser:

2. Become a paid subscriber, to support access to all content for free. For those who truly need it.

3. Share this newsletter with others who might value this work

This fundraiser runs until 3/13. I'll post daily updates on our progress toward the $150 goal.

Why This Matters

Your support today means that tomorrow... someone just discovering they're autistic? They won't face financial barriers to understanding themselves. That's what drives me... gets me up every morning… in my 70s… to keep doing this work.

I believe no one should have to pay to be autistic. If you've found value in what I share, please consider supporting this principle in action.

In gratitude,

Johnny Profane Âû

P.S. All content will remain free regardless of the outcome of this fundraiser. The principle stands, even when finances are tough.