Celebrate 30 Years of Impact at AfterBash
In 2026, Autism Tennessee celebrates 30 years of building connections, expanding access, and strengthening the autism community across Middle Tennessee. AfterBash is our largest annual fundraising event, and a moment to celebrate what's been built while investing in what comes next.
Proceeds support AutismTN's peer programs, education and training initiatives, and opportunities that increase independence and belonging for Autistic individuals, families, and support networks. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to our work, AfterBash is a meaningful way to connect with our mission and help shape the future of autism support in our region.
What to Expect
An Evening with Purpose - A welcoming, high-energy night with community leaders, families, advocates, and supporters.
Dinner & Drinks - Loveless Cafe buffet, plus beer, wine, and cocktails.
Silent & Live Auctions - Bid on unique items and experiences, with proceeds directly supporting AutismTN programs.
50/50 Raffle - Purchase tickets for a chance to win while supporting our mission. (Winner does not need to be present.)
Scholarship Recognition - Celebrate AutismTN scholarship recipients and the values of kindness, inclusion, and opportunity that define this milestone year.
Get Involved
Tickets & Tables - Attend solo or gather your group for a shared experience.
Sponsorships - Gain visibility while directly fueling AutismTN's mission. View the additional benefits of sponsorship HERE
Auction Participation - Bid online (opening April 20) or donate an auction item.
Support from Anywhere - Can't attend? Donations, raffle tickets, and online bidding still make an impact.
Event Details
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 6:00-9:00 PM
Sponsor Reception: 5:30-6:00 PM
Loveless Barn: 8400 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221
Attire: Cocktail (wear what makes you feel confident and comfortable)
Thirty years in, the work continues, and it's powered by people like you. Join us for AfterBash and be part of AutismTN's next chapter.
Sponsorships and Event Tickets
Ticket Holders Register Here
Can't Attend?
You can still participate!AfterBash Speaker Bios
Amy Correia
Amy Correia is the Communications Director at Autism Tennessee, where she also co-facilitates community classes on consent, autism, and healthy relationships as a certified sexuality educator. She advocates for Autistic people and neurodiverse families by nurturing members and partners in AutismTN's Infinity Network; teaching communities about neuroaffirming life; and facilitating resources for peer support groups. Her connection to autism transformed last year when she was identified as Autistic by long-time Resource Helpline community partner, Dr. Michelle McAtee.
Babs Tierno
Deputy Director, TN Strong Families and Homes, Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging Babs Tierno serves as Deputy Director of TN Strong Families and Homes, where she leads statewide initiatives supporting children in state custody who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. With more than 15 years of nonprofit and systems-level experience, she specializes in building programs that strengthen families and expand community-based care. A former Executive Director of AutismTN, Babs has long championed autonomy and inclusion for people with disabilities. She holds bachelor's degrees in Psychology, Sociology: Criminal Justice, and Interdisciplinary Legal Studies from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a master's in Education from Middle Tennessee State University. As the parent of two Autistic sons, Babs brings both professional expertise and personal passion to her work-advocating for communities where every individual can thrive, belong, and be seen.
Tammy Vice
Originally from Mobile, Alabama, Tammy Vice is a singer/songwriter and author. As a recording artist for GodsChild Records, she had four #1 songs on indie Christian & Country charts. Tammy was the Country Music Hall of Fame's 2009 Nominee for the Mary Catherine Strobel Award, and she received the Borderless Arts TN 2015 Artist of the Year award for her work with individuals with disabilities.
Tammy has become a strong parent advocate since her daughter's diagnosis of autism in 1997. She previously served on the board for Autism TN and worked as a parent representative for twelve years. She is the producer/host of the Annual "Breaking the Chains" Benefit for Autism TN, held at the Bluebird Café. April 2026 marks the event's 23rd year. She has also co-hosted the "Songwriters for Autism Awareness" Benefit for Autism Pensacola as a part of the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival, from 2013 to present. Her family's company, Know The Hope, Inc. helps communities see Ability, and parents see Possibility. They offer advocacy, encouragement, and education through social media and the Arts.
"As the mother of a young adult on the autism spectrum, I have had the privilege to know, and work with, other children and young adults who have disabilities. Through this experience, I have found that every individual has something significant to offer. Love, patience, and a little creativity, unwraps some sweet gifts." - Tammy Vice
To learn more, visit Knowthehope.com
Donate Now
Help our mission by contributing to our fundraising efforts.
In addition to funding our annual Birthday Bash, the AfterBash helps us raise crucial funds to support year-round programs for the Autistic community, such as our peer support programs for adults and teens, our Spectrum Families social group, our education events, our Resource Helpline service, and our advocacy work.
No act of generosity is too small or too big to make a difference.
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