Celebrating our Students’ Accomplishments!

by Liz Falk | Apr 1, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Cares, HDS Foundation

We’re kicking off the month with something special! HDS Foundation will be spotlighting our amazing B.R.I.D.G.E.S. & THRIVE students and the awesome accomplishments they’ve achieved this year! From big milestones to personal victories, these students shine bright...

A Special Thank You Video!

by Liz Falk | Mar 17, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Cares, HDS Foundation

We are proud to share a special thank you video from the College of Education and Human Services at the University of North Florida (UNF) highlighting the HDS Foundation’s continued support of the UNF THRIVE program.  ...

Getting Ready to Make an Impact: HDS Mentors Prepare for the Semester

by Liz Falk | Jan 15, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Foundation

The HDS Foundation is proud to support students at the University of North Florida through our College Mentors Program, offered in partnership with the university’s THRIVE Program. This collaboration allows us to help create meaningful, individualized support for...

HDS Foundation Board Members Making an Impact

by Liz Falk | Dec 2, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Cares, HDS Foundation

Join us in supporting a great cause and promoting acceptance, inclusion, and opportunities for individuals with Autism! Our dedicated HDS Foundation Board Members proudly champion the Florida Autism License Plate Program, helping raise awareness and strengthen vital...

HDS Foundation has been awarded $10,000 by the Autism Services Grants Council (ASGC)

by Liz Falk | Nov 18, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Cares, HDS Foundation

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉We are thrilled to share that HDS Foundation has been awarded $10,000 by the Autism Services Grants Council (ASGC) for our Bridging the Gap: Empowering Students with Autism program! The ASGC is committed to supporting programs that...

Celebrating 17 Years of Making a Difference

by HDS Communications | Nov 14, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Cares, HDS Foundation

For 17 incredible years, HDS Foundation has been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youth and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). What began as a vision to empower and support has grown into a movement that transforms lives every single...