The team at Spectrum Designs is incredibly talented and brings a unique perspective to their work. Their attention to detail and creativity are evident in every product they produce. From custom apparel to promotional items, everything is crafted with care and precision.
What truly sets Spectrum Designs apart is their mission to provide meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. This inclusive approach not only enriches the lives of their employees but also enhances the quality of their products. The pride and passion of the staff shine through in every piece they create.
I had an amazing experience working with Spectrum Designs Foundation! Their commitment to creating meaningful job opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum is truly inspiring. Not only did they deliver top-quality custom apparel for our event, but they also provided exceptional customer service. It feels great to know that our purchase directly supports their mission of promoting inclusion and independence. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality products with a purpose!
Previous Stories
This is my first time being part of a nonprofit foundation. And my first experience in doing some collaterals for them inspires me a lot for neurodiverse employment and the idea of giving hope and opportunity for autism. Seeing people progress and grow with the help of Spectrum Designs Foundation is amazing.
Spectrum Designs is walking the walk and talking the talk every day. Creating meaning jobs for neurodiverse individuals. They do good work for products you can feel good about.
I have been ordering through Spectrum for years now. Every time they always manage to exceed my expectations in terms of quality.
Previous Stories
I am a local school's PTA President, and we ordered shirts from Spectrum. I have been doing this for a long time and I have never had such a positive experience from the time I called for a quote, to the time the shirts were delivered. The quality was outstanding, and I can't say enough about their customer service. I so admire their mission and have and will recommend Spectrum to everyone I know.
The print quality is above and beyond, and the customer service is fantastic, would recommend to anyone.
Great nonprofit making strides in disability employment. The inclusive environment is a great as the work that is produced!
I've worked at Spectrum for three years and am someone who wholeheartedly supports their mission. Every day is an amazing day here.
Previous Stories
I ordered T-shirts from them for my band and was amazed at the quality. I choose Spectrum because of their social mission, but will definitely be coming back because of the quality.
My friends son has attended spectrum design for a couple of years now, and it has brought out in him tje best person he could possibly be. Thank you for all you do spectrum you are truely a well run and purposeful organization.
Our company has been working with Spectrum Designs Foundation for years and they always go above and beyond for us! We are so grateful for their excellent customer service, hard work, and great quality products.
The employees at Spectrum Designs are so caring, hardworking, and incredible people overall. Spectrum Designs has a beautiful mission and also provides great quality products. I highly recommend!
If I could give more than 5 stars I absolutely would and this nonprofit is a shining example of a company that cares about their employees and truly gives back to those in need. I’ve had the pleasure of working with them in the past and have nothing but praise to share. Please consider SDF for all of your businesses marketing and printing assets. Highly recommend!
Spectrum Designs has done an amazing job providing opportunities & vocational training to the autism community!
Their customer service is top-notch. Their quality in products and pricing is very competitive! The next time you need promotional items for your business, give Spectrum Designs a try. You will be glad you did.
My nephew Jason Chen has greatly advanced, thanks to the Loving, Caring and giving of Self, by Spectrum Designs Foundation and the Nicholas Center. Thank you All for what you do for the Autism Community and Families!!
Spectrum is always a pleasure to work with. The products are top of the line, and doing good on top of it - a total win win.
I ordered gear for my band. The T-shirts and mugs all came out great!
I'd highly recommend Spectrum.
I work at Spectrum Designs foundation for almost 3 years. I am the administrative assistant in Pleasantville and it’s the best job I’ve ever had. It’s very rewarding and you should support our nonprofit by ordering T-shirts or promotional products. You will help a young adult with special needs get a job
For years I’ve admired the hard work and happy workers employed by Spectrum. Such unique purpose. I always order graphic products from them, which are wonderful, and I am proud of the staff and employees for making them. Thank you Spectrum!
9 years ago we worked with Spectrum on our apparel for our non profit, Smiles Are Free. They were and continue to be wonderful to work with!
What an amazing place! I am a service provider who has students employed at Spectrum Design and they are providing life changing job opportunities! They help young adults build confidence and gain such valuable skills. Special human beings work here and they deserve all the recognition in the world !!
Spectrum Designs helped my son develop a T-shirt that he sold all over the country to raise funds for a charity. The proceeds helped an individual with a disability and the shirts were made, packaged and shipped by individuals with a disability. Great mission, great product, great customer service. Incredible outcome.
I ordered a Jill Zarin sweatshirt and she partners with Spectrum Designs for her sweatshirts. Let me just tell you how fabulous the sweatshirt is, looks amazing after the wash, beyond comfortable, and overall amazing!!!!! Best sweatshirt ever!!!!
I am the admin/production assistant at Spectrum Designs. It’s the best job I have ever been at. Everyone is so friendly and help each other out. We are one big team.
Having volunteered and assisted with multiple events I can say there is no greater group of people than those at Spectrum Desings. Their mission is always at the forefront of what they do and their sense of community and drive is commendable.
Previous Stories
I had a seamless experience ordering merchandise from Spectrum Designs. They have so many products to choose from!! Their sales team helped me narrow down my choices and the proofs were ready in no time. Before I knew it, my products arrived and I couldn't be happier. The quality of the work is spectacular! Great customer service!!
In my experience working there I have seen a lot of personal growth. With the companies caring attitude and push to be the best you I know I would not be the more confident person I am today and with the inspiring mission it feels good knowing I am a part of that.
Spectrum is the very best- customer service & mission. I couldn't be more proud to support and know this organization! :)
Previous Stories
I've watched people grow and evolve in my short time here. Kids who would barely say a word, having full on conversations about their varied interests. Spectrum creates a place of growth and community and the results are incredible!
It’s a great company to work for!! I have worked here for 1 1/2 years and love the atmosphere and how they give back.
My daughter has been attending Spectrum Designs/Nicholas Center for the past four years. She loves the program and it has done so much for her growth as an individual. The staff are fantastic!!
I have ordered products form Spectrum Designs and Spectrum Bakes. The products are top notch and enjoyed by those who have received them as gifts.
Keep up the good work in servicing those with Autism
Our son Garrett looks forward to going to SpectrumDesigns/Nicholas Center Pleasantville everyday! He loves working and learning new skills in a super friendly environment!
Spectrum Design and it's affiliates are the best, exceptional products, customer service & and kindness for an amazing cause.
My son attends this program and it has helped him and given him a purpose. Wonderful people providing jobs for Autistic adults. A very Positive and amazing place doing great work all the way around.
There are thousands of promotional products and apparel decorators around the country, but this is the only one that is a nonprofit. Spectrum Designs' work is outstanding and their mission is a cause for celebration every day. I have the pleasure of working here and experiencing the patience, skill and care that is provided to all of the employees. There are 57 employees and 34 are on the Autism Spectrum. We continue to grow and expand the mission and have added second location in Westchester.
A top-notch organization that checks all of the boxes - a commendable mission, dedicated employees from the top down, an inclusive workplace, outstanding products, and first-rate service. This is a thriving company with reach far beyond its two locations - I cannot wait to see what Spectrum Designs and its sister companies have planned for the future! ~ Susan G.
They are a terrific organization! My son Dan attended their after school program before the Pandemic. The staff are caring and attentive. They helped my son further is Laundry skills and in turn he was giving back to the community. It was a win, win for all!
Hopefully Dan will be going back soon!
Spectrum Designs and its affiliates, Spectrum Bakes and Spectrum Suds, employ people on the autism spectrum. Their products and customer service are first class, their commitment to equal opportunity employment is total, their pricing is competitive so the only question is: why would you buy anywhere else?? They have given people like our son purpose and appreciation for his skills, and a salary that goes directly into the overall economy.
Spectrum Designs is the best!! Their products are high quality with exceptional customer satisfaction. My son has been there for 5 years and LOVES attending this top notch program. He continues to grow and improve his skills everyday he is there. Please support this unique enterprise.
Previous Stories
my son attends this program and will be attending for most of his life. great people, providing jobs for autistic adults. a very positive place does great work
I recently started working for Spectrum Designs and I couldn't be happier. This is a wonderful nonprofit with a great mission, and super nice people!
Quite simply, the most wonderful place on earth! Each and every day I wake up energized by the idea of seeing our mission in action. Like the truly great non-profits our mission continues to grow and expand way beyond the wildest dreams of our co-founders.
I started working here 4 years ago with little knowledge of the industry and the community Spectrum helps employ. Now with a few years behind me and a greater insight into the work needed of me and the insuring people we work with both (on the Autism spectrum and who are nueotypical) I feel I have grown to be a better person. I have a greater confidence in work and my personal life. Also in seeing the development of those in the Autism community and those who are enriched I can see doing nothing else in life.
Spectrum Designs is an incredible nonprofit organization that enhances and betters the lives of all who are involved with the organization! Their commitments to excellence and their professionalism is second to none!
Spectrum Designs delivered great shirts and hats for my fraternity golf outing. The staff was very professional and helpful and was able to turn around my order in a short period of time. I strongly recommend this company for all of your custom apparel needs. Simply put great people doing great work.
As a federal program/financial auditor for 30 years, I was deeply impressed by my visit last week to Spectrum Designs (SD). It is truly a community program, providing real work at real wages in three different fields (baking, print screening, laundry) for almost 40 young people with autism and other developmental disabilities. At this social enterprise (affirmative business) these young people have transitioned out of school to world of work with non-handicapped peers (at least 25%). SD markets its attractive products to other non-profits, government agencies, and businesses. Because of its success SD has been invited into other suburban communities to meet the employment needs of this special but committed population. As any good business SD has been expanding its products and services at a steady pace and upgrading its work place to meet its expanded space needs with an attractive and bright shore front location. Most importantly, its has an active, hands-on, dedicated staff; it can be determined from their published financial reports that their salaries are reasonable allowing the workers to be paid decent salaries. Moreover, they have a supportive board of directors reflecting the diversity of the community. Finally, the communications work of the staff through its website, videos and brochures effectively puts out to the public SD's mission. Anthony LaGattuta, Treasurer, National Rehabilitation Assn. Metro NY Chapter. www.nymetronra 718-357-3928. Our 67 year old organization of rehabilitation professions has just recognized them as an Employer of Distinction.
Our son Andrew is living a full, meaningful and productive life at Spectrum Designs! What more would any parent want for their child!
The quality and attention to detail is great. They care about the work and have so many production options available.
My team leaders son works here and they supply all the tshirts forvall of our non profit events at Keller Williams Realty of Greater Nassau and we are so proud to purchasevour t shirts from this wonderful company
Spectrum Designs Foundation has made an impact on my life, the community and continue to do quality work with love! They're simply amazing.
My son has worked at Spectrum for several years. The people there are just the best, it's a wonderful place to work, and anything I have ever ordered is top notch quality, delivered right on time! Can't recommend them enough!
I have used them to make once for a memorial sweatshirt for a football team. I also had a charity walk, they made tee shirts and the quality of these items came out Amazing.
When my Daughter passed away we were thrown into a complete whirlwind of events. One of the things my wife and I chose to do was start an organization to help special needs children like our little girl. We began this by having a 5k race, and carrying her memory on. Through one of our connections we were introduced to Spectrum. We worked together with them, and when finding out about their own work placed our first order. Our shirts came, and they were bright and beautiful. Years later we were STILL wearing our race shirts. I see them on several of our families and they all still look just as amazing. When you look at attire for things like this, you cant just look at the dollar sign behind it. These shirts are not only great quality, but they are made by people who care about what they are making. I will never go anywhere else for our materials.
This company has given me a job, and helped me forge a new future for myself. This company gave me the chance I desperately needed.
Our son and his fiancé are healthy eaters and socially conscious. It was a no-brained to add SpectrumBakes granola bars to the Welcome Bags at their wedding hotel. Guests loved the taste and knew they were helping keep Aitistic young adults meaningfully employed. A win-win.
Previous Stories
The Manhasset Education Association has used Spectrum Designs for all of our union gear for the past four years. We have purchased screen printed t-shirts and lanyards, embroidered caps and embroidered polo shirts. We could not be more thrilled with the quality of the products, the reasonable prices and the outstanding customer service. For us, using Spectrum Designs is a win for everyone...we get top quality products at fair prices while supporting an amazing local business. Spectrum Designs employs a number of our former students. As educators, we are so happy to support a business that recognizes and embraces the special qualities of these individuals. We are proud of how this business is growing and we will be a committed customer for years to come.
When we had to order shirts as a fundraiser for our annual Candy Cane Tournament at Manhasset..we chose Spectrum Design to fulfill our order! Our students were workers at Spectrum...and even if that were not the case...we were so very pleased about the personal touch given to each piece, the ability to deliver on schedule, and the initiative of our students seeing ‘their work’ on fellow students! Our fund raiser was a huge success thanks to the professionalism and wonderful quality provided by Spectrum Designs!!!
Our son Isaac began working at Spectrum while still attending HS. Now that he has graduated he spends 4 mornings a week there and his growth and maturity from the experience has been phenomenal. As a parent of a special needs young adult the existence of Spectrum has been a complete blessing for him and us. Thank you all for all that you do to and for this population.
My brother is employed here and it changed his life, and my families life. The work they do is A1 and being there is like being part of a family.
Spectrum Designs has been are "Go To" for emblazing Kiwanis Logos on our club shirts and now hats. The Granola Bars are absolutely delicious. Courteous, professional and friendly service all for a good fair price and helping with their cause. We will work with Spectrum Designs on future projects. Jeff S.
Such an incredible organization who really puts their mission front and center. They really care about every single one of their employees and of course every single customer.
The greatest customer service and the most fun organization! Fastest turnaround times and amazing art work / graphic artists! I love Spectrum Designs' employees and their mission! Have been working with them for over 3 years now!
Spectrum Designs made T-shirt’s for my annual girls weekend getaway. They came out great & the order was only for 8 shirts!
For almost 10 years, I have run an annual golf outing and we have used Spectrum for our swag bag items. The totes, lunch bags, volunteer shirts, GRANOLA BARS and ALL of the items we have ever ordered are always 5 star quality. It is always incredibly easy to order from them and our event guests are always so happy with the items. The fact that they are made by individuals with disabilities is just an incredible bonus. It's an ingenious program directed and run by a dedicated staff.
Previous Stories
This company is phenomenal at what they do: the products they make, their customer service, and their devotion to helping young adults on the autism spectrum find meaningful employment.
Previous Stories
LONG, but those who need to read it WILL! The entirety of my personal and professional life has regularly intersected with members of the "special needs community" (although, when you think about it, isn't EVERYONE somehow, even tangentially, a part of this community)? I write this as preface to the shout-out I wrote earlier today to commend SPECTRUM DESIGNS (a Port Washington, NY-based organization that provides paid employment to young adults with autism) . When you know that a HUGE percentage of adults with autism are unemployed, even considered "unemployable," you NEED to know about Spectrum! In its short lifetime, Spectrum has proved to the world that meaningful work IS available to this particular branch of the special-needs segment of our society. It is my hope that other communities will take a lesson from Spectrum and institute similar organizations elsewhere! So...here's what I wrote: "Each camper at the Science Museum receives one free tee shirt per summer. Additional tees are available for purchase. This year, because of the 'positive problem' of having the most campers ever (as well as lot of camper families who wanted extra tees), we realized late last week that we'd run through our supply before the end of the summer camp season. Late Friday afternoon, I called our supplier, SPECTRUM DESIGNS, to order more. When I explained our immediate need for the tees, Spectrum not only MET its promised delivery time frame, but BEAT it by 24 hours! Please, neighbors, think SPECTRUM for your personal or commercial needs for personalized printed items.. Once you have a design (created with the assistance of the talented team at Spectrum) on file there, you're golden! The Science Museum has used Spectrum for our tee shirts and other printed items since Spectrum's inception. SMLI has many 'partners in education,' but Spectrum Designs occupies a special place in our corporate heart! (YES, there is such a thing!) Thank you, Drew, Patrick, Stella, and the entire team at Spectrum who took on this special order for us. You're the BEST!" For more information about Spectrum--especially for you folks who wonder what your young adult can hope to do in the future in YOUR neck of the woods, visit Spectrum's website!
Spectrum Design is simply the best! We have been using them for 5 years now! They provide the best products with tender love and care! We have brought over thousands of football jerseys, tee shirts, hats and bags. We wouldn’t use anyone else because they are the best in the business! Sandi Greenfield Go Long For Luke
Coming into work everyday and seeing our participants smiles is what motivates me! I love working at Spectrum Designs Foundation, I can truly say it is the best place to work! There was a day I came in and was upset about my personal life and I saw one of our participants smiling. I asked why he was so happy he said "I am at work." It is the little things that happen here that help you realize that life really isn't that bad!
Spectrum Designs is an unbelievable organization. I have used them as a vendor for several projects. The quality, pricing and customer service is not to beat. The product that they deliver is outstanding while at the same time helping a cause that is very well deserved and service that is needed. Amazing company to partner with.
Previous Stories
What an amazing organization this is. When I first contacted them I didn't know much about them except I had heard good things. Wow! Was that an understatement. Their products and quality are excellent - the faculty and the employees amazing. I am never disappointed in their efforts and ability. The management is outstanding. I have refered others to them with the same results. It warms my heart knowing that my business efforts help an organization that does such amazing work for these young adults. If I could add more stars to this rating I would!!!
One of the best decisions I made was hiring Spectrum Designs for all my work and volunteer organizations apparel and screen printing needs!! They are simply wonderful!
Spectrum Suds is a service that I am so grateful for! Every Monday before I head to work, I put my family's dirty laundry in the Spectrum Suds bag. On Tuesdays evenings when I return from work, our clothes are beautifully folded or hung on my hangers. I feel good that they use my hangers vs. wire hangers that will get thrown out. Our clothes are protected from the rain and pollen in plastic, sitting on our front porch so when I bring them inside, my only job is to put them away. What was a weekly 4 hour household chore, is now a 10 minute task. Spectrum Suds does a better job than I would do, and the price is so reasonable. I have given the gift of Suds to several of my friends, so they can share in this wonderful service.
I first met the Spectrum team in fall of 2015 when our creative agency was retained to redesign their logo and website. In addition, we produced a short overview video, whereby we interviewed the three founders, a parent of one of their employees and extensive broll in the production shop. Our entire team was immediately taken with their passion and commitment, but beyond that we were incredibly impressed at the quality of work that flowed through the shop, all in an atmosphere of camaraderie and caring. We came to realize that the Spectrum story is about so much more that custom apparel. It is about loving families, supportive local communities, corporate responsibility, entrepreneurism, and social missions. Supporting an organization like Spectrum is an easy decision, one that comes with high degree of confidence in the professionalism, accuracy and commitment of the entire organization.
This nonprofit organization is near and dear to my heart. I witnessed it's inception when Stella Spanakos, mother of my former student Nicholas, had a vision and started the preliminary stages of The Spectrum Designs Foundation from her garage.
I am a speech-language pathologist and a board certified behavior analyst who treats individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Stella, along with her co-founders Patrick Bardsley and Nicole Sugrue recognized the need for employment opportunities for individuals with autism and other special needs. Therefore they created a brilliant model that encompasses job training, employment opportunities, and a safe haven for so many families affected by Autism. It is a warm and nurturing environment that simply keeps expanding from all dimensions.
As a consumer, I have made several purchases over the years through Spectrum Designs and I have consistently been satisfied with their impeccable results. From customer service to production, their attention to detail is far superior than the norm.
I am continuously impressed by this heartwarming, highly effective nonprofit organization!
Our son, Joe, has been fortunate enough to be employed by Spectrum Designs for almost 6 years. They promote a high - expectation model, and we have seen his skills increase dramatically as he has been encouraged to master more difficult tasks and work independently. We also now own a collection of unique shirts, expertly printed, reasonably priced and delivered in a timely manner. Our experience as the parents of an employee and as customers has been unparalleled and a complete pleasure. Spectrum Designs deserves the highest rating for providing the opportunity for Joe to work in an environment that appreciates him, and for creating excellent products. Why would you shop anywhere else? Please give this remarkable place the opportunity of earning your business and support. Thanks, Wendy and Fred Penzel.
They do an amazing job with design and their t-shirt quality is great too! I'm happy that by ordering my t-shirts from this organization I also help to support the quality of life of people with autism.
I had sweatshirts made in memory of a boy that had pasted away from my son's school. When I was searching for where to have them made, I picked Spectrum they are beautiful, they came out great .
I have my own foundation and serve on multiple boards for developmental delays. At all of our events we employ Spectrum designs to make T-shirts, monogram bags for gifts and also make amazing Granola bars for gifts. The work is second to none the organization is professional and to see these young adults and how hard and happy they are to work is the best and most satisfying part of the experience.
Spectrum Designs gave my son more than an amazing opportunity to come out of his shell. They gave our family hope. Hope to see that he could smile. Hope to see that he can be productive. Hope to see that he can be understood and accepted by others. I can't think of another nonprofit that I think more highly of. Thank you, Spectrum Designs!
I am a Coach of a youth hockey team. When we needed team jerseys, I reached out to other organizations that I know that have done shirts/jersey orders. Spectrum came highly recommended for their quality AND their mission of employing individuals with autism. Being a Dad of a son with autism, the choice to use Spectrum was a no-brained. I have used them numerous times and have recommended them to many others. Great company, great quality, great mission!
I used this company because I too have a son with autism. The service and the printing was outstanding!!!
If you've seen or purchased any items from Spectrum,it goes without saying that their quality is superior! My husband purchased numerous tee shirts and hats for his law firm and we couldn't have been more pleased by the excellent quality and caring customer service . In addition to the items they sell, Spectrum gives those individuals on the autism spectrum incredible opportunities for employment. My son is fortunate to be employed by Spectrum. This organization has given him a life to be proud of. He is able to reach his full potential as a person and a valued employee. Spectrum is truly an incredible organization that provides so much to so many!
I've been associated with Spectrum Designs for over a year and a half now. First, this organization is first class when it comes to their dedication to their social mission in providing employment opportunities for those with autism. Secondly, they are a role model in how to run social enterprise/any company should be run. My company had ordered custom apparel from them in a tight deadline. Their team worked quickly to get our order done and When we needed a few extra hats, one of their employees personally delivered to my house. WOW! Not only is this organization a great nonprofit, but an absolute leader in customer service. Best of luck to Patrick, Tim & the rest of the Spectrum Designs team.
My company ordered shirts and they were made perfectly, delivered quickly, and for a great price. I love that Spectrum Designs employs people with disabilities and pays them an acceptable wage- it is unfortunate that there are not enough places like this. Will be ordering again soon!!
What a great place! They have been designing shirts for our family vacation / reunion for the past 4 years now. They are beautifully designed and created. The shirts are ready in a timely manner. I would recommend Spectrum Designs to every and anyone! Such a fabulous company.
I can't say enough wonderful things about this group. It is an innovative, compassionate organization that creates high-quality products while accomplishing a remarkable community service. All of the people involved are fabulous. I have used them for both personal and business projects, and I want the country to know about them. Spectrum is exemplary!
Great product.We get shirts made for our family reunion every year and have never been disappointed. The shirts from 4 years ago look as good today as when we first got them.