Eli Escobar interviewed Foundation Chairwoman, Mrs. Amy Pierce, from KNOW Autism Foundation. KNOWAutism Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families of children with autism to navigate the process of diagnostics, treatment, intervention and education. This will be the foundation’s first year hosting the “As I am Art Festival. The “As I Am” Art Festival will provide guests with the opportunity to view and purchase one-of-a-kind art by more than 250 child artists. The festival will spotlight the artwork from the students of 12 participating Houston-area schools and nonprofit organizations, which will represent a different art medium that will be available for purchase. The event is free and open to the public with controlled limited attendance and strict COVID-19 safety protocols. KNOWAutism is dedicated to providing direct financial assistance to families for diagnostic testing and therapeutic treatments, special interest programs and disaster relief. Through community partnerships with schools and organizations, KNOWAutism supports and develops programs that meet the evolving needs of children and families impacted by autism.
