Thompson Foundation for Autism

The Thompson Foundation for Autism strengthens children and families affected by autism and neurodevelopmental disorders through raising awareness and education, advancing public policy, and -- most significantly -- funding the needs of the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri. Over the last 15 years, this gala has raised over $6 million through direct donations at this event.

 
AMAZE 2022 Honorary Chairs
Andrea & Brad Thompson
Cardinals Analyst on Bally Sports Midwest
Co-host of The Fast Lane on 101 ESPN
Former Cardinals Pitcher

Gala Co-Chairs
Bill Etling, Nestlé Purina
Tim Ney, Edward Jones
John Qualy, Northwestern Mutual
Jack Reis, Thompson Foundation for Autism
Tom Zychinski, Burns & McDonnell

Emcee
Todd Thomas, St. Louis Cardinals In-Game Emcee
Auctioneer
Reed Low, Former St. Louis Blues Right Winger

Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is a national leader in confronting the challenges of autism spectrum disorder & other developmental conditions through its collaborative research, training and service programs. The mission of the Thompson Center is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder and neurodevelopmental disorders through world class programs that integrate research, clinical service delivery, education and public policy.

The Thompson Center was inaugurated in 2005 with a generous gift from William and Nancy Thompson. Based on the medical home model, the Thompson Center's diagnostic, assessment and treatment services emphasize family-centered care that is comprehensive, coordinated, compassionate, culturally sensitive, and accessible for all. The Thompson Center's aim is to support families from the point of initial contact through access to needed services in the community, with routine follow-up care over time to ensure the best possible outcome for each child and family.