My Nonprofit Reviews

I highly recommend the autism spectrum disorder foundation and the programs and services that they offer for individuals and families with autism.

Hi My name is Adam Farris I am the Founder and President of Younique Abilities and I don’t think of myself as disabled because I have been able to accomplish so much. Maybe none of us are really “disabled,” maybe we are all just different people with unique abilities. The world needs to understand that all of us are alike.
Hello, my name is Adam. I was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome in 1994 at the age of six. Later, in July 2012, I was diagnosed with a form of autism called pervasive developmental disorder. As a child, I didn’t understand Tourette’s syndrome and would ask myself, “What it that?” My conditions were confusing and frustrating, but they were also illuminating and life-shaping.
I share my story in the hopes that people with so-called disabilities will read it and realize that they, too, can achieve great things. My father brought me up to advocate for myself. He took me to public places like the movie theaters, and out to dinner or lunch at restaurants. I would have tics, involuntary sounds and movements that I can’t control, which are the most noticeable symptom of Tourette’s syndrome.
In the past, my tics took the form of loud hooting and shouting noises. It kind of hurt to go into a restaurant or any quiet place and have an outbreak of tics and know that people were staring at me. They made comments. But, when that happened, my father taught me to talk to them about Tourette’s syndrome and help them understand that I am just like anyone one else with the ability to do anything anybody else can. That is what made me into the man I am today.
I went to the Monarch School from 2001-2006, where I gained confidence in myself. When I was in woodworking class, I asked my teacher if I could get on a saw. He said I could try it out. So I got on a saw that made very precise lines, and my hands stopped shaking all together. I realized then that if I could do this, I could do anything.
Because of my autism, I basically had no friends and was getting kicked out of places left and right. My social skills were so bad that I could not keep a job. I couldn’t stay in a restaurant or a business without being barred. When I was diagnosed with autism in 2012, I had the chance to move to North Carolina and went to a transitional living program. There, I learned to have much better social skills and worked on my life skills.
I am still trying to learn to be independent, and one day that will happen. Look at me now. See how far I have come from 2012 to 2016. Some people might say that’s a long time; I say that’s just a short time. Now I do have friends, I do have a job, and I can stay in a business or restaurant as long as I want to. For over four years, I have maintained a job at Walmart. I thank my family and friends for all that they do for me.
I don’t think of myself as disabled because I have been able to accomplish so much. Maybe none of us are really “disabled,” maybe we are all just different people with unique abilities. The world needs to understand that all of us are alike.

The Attention Deficit Disorders Association - Southern Region has been a tremendous resource for individuals and families navigating ADHD and related conditions. Their commitment to raising awareness, providing support, and educating the community is truly inspiring. The staff is knowledgeable, compassionate, and always willing to offer guidance. The workshops and events they organize have been invaluable in helping me better understand ADHD and how to manage it effectively. I highly recommend ADDA-SR to anyone seeking support, information, or a sense of community!

I'm Bully Free is an awesome organization and has helped so many bullied children who would not otherwise have a voice! The organization audits schools and grades them on their anti-bullying policies, rate of bullying incidences, ability to resolve bullying incidences properly and effectively, hold bullies accountable and provide protection for victims! They give honest and unbiased reviews of the schools and their policies regarding bullying. They do an excellent job! I would recommend I'm Bully Free to anyone who struggles with the epidemic of bullying

The attention deficit disorder foundation southern region has helped and does help so many individuals on the ADHD spectrum. they do so much to help out including support groups, conferences, and just being there for you in a time of need, thanks so Much Ms. Pam Esser for everything you do with attention deficit disorder foundation southern region

Family To Family Network is a wonderful Non Profit organization, They have supported me with various needs. I also enjoy going to their annual conference and resource fair.
Family To Family Network has A lot to offer

Peace, Love, The HUB Houston
thank you for starting a program where I feel welcomed by all members of the community I appreciate each and everyone of you at the HUB Houston

I'm Bully Free helps so many kids and families that have been bullied. Mr. Bud Collier will actually go into the school's and audit school records on anti bullying, and see what they can do better.
Thank you I'm Bully Free for all of your hard work and everything you do for our Houston Community