The Annual Autism Beach Bash
Join us on Sunday, September 13th in Belmar, New Jersey for the 22nd annual Autism Beach Bash.
Autism Family Services of NJ offers essential support—from guidance and scholarships to the beloved Annual Autism Beach Bash, where thousands of families come together to celebrate inclusion.
Join us on Sunday, September 13th in Belmar, New Jersey for the 22nd annual Autism Beach Bash.
Raising a child with autism presents a unique set of challenges with regard to obtaining appropriate services, including adequate after school care and opportunities for social interaction.
We provide help for children and families with autism. Services include after school care, Saturday recreation and more. AFSNJ holds the largest gathering of autism families in NJ each year at the Annual Autism Beach Bash in Belmar.
The AFSNJ Annual Autism Beach Bash is held each summer on the 14th Ave. beach in Belmar, NJ and features a surf camp with Surfer’s Healing, a California based nonprofit specializing in working with children with special needs.
Join us on September 13th, 2026.
We’re Hiring: Camp NOVA Nurses
Join us this summer as a Camp NOVA Nurse and help ensure a safe, supportive camp experience for youth and adults living with epilepsy and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Camp NOVA is a 7-day, 6-night overnight camp taking place July 18–25, 2026, at Camp Linwood MacDonald in Sandyston, New Jersey. The Camp Nurse will stay on-site for the full week of camp.
You’ll support our campers by:
- Administering and documenting prescribed medications
- Reviewing camper health profiles and coordinating with families
- Staffing the infirmary and responding to injuries, seizures, or medical needs
- Remaining on-call overnight for medical support
- Collaborating with camp leadership and counselors on plans of care
- Participating in pre-camp staff training
This role is ideal for medical professionals who are organized, attentive, and committed to supporting individuals with epilepsy and developmental disabilities in an inclusive camp setting. Registered Nurses, LPNs, EMTs, and Paramedics are eligible to apply.
Learn more and apply at familyresourcenetwork.org/jobs
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Registration for Surf Camp at the Autism Beach Bash in Belmar, NJ is now open!
Important! Surf Camp Registration is a 2-step process.
You MUST register for the Beach Bash BEFORE registering for Surf Camp.
Step 1: Register for Autism Beach Bash at autismbeachbash.org
Step 2: Register for Surf Camp at surfershealing.org/form/registration
Surf Camp registration is open May 11 through May 15
Spots are limited. Register early to secure your spot.
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Planning to register for Surf Camp at Autism Beach Bash?
Surf Camp registration is a 2-step process. Step 1 can be completed now.
Step 1: Sign up for Autism Beach Bash, Today!
autismbeachbash.org
Step 2: Register for Surf Camp, Beginning Monday, May 11th
surfershealing.org
Surf Camp registration opens May 11 through May 15.
Spots are limited and fill quickly each year.
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Save the Date for Surf Camp Registration
Surf Camp Registration opens Monday, May 11th, through Friday, May 15th. Space is limited and fills quickly for this once-a-year opportunity.
For individuals with autism, riding a wave with Surfers Healing can bring calm, confidence, and pure joy, a sensory experience like no other.
Hosted by Autism Family Services of New Jersey, Autism Beach Bash brings families together for live music, sensory-friendly activities, arts and crafts, quiet tents, autism resources, and more. For many families, it’s the best day of the year.
🔗 autismbeachbash.org
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#ThrowbackThursday to Autism Beach Bash.
Back in Belmar on September 13, 2026. Registration opens soon.
Discover more at: autismbeachbash.org
Relive the day at the link in our bio.
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Build friendships, independence, and community at Out N` About (ONA).
ONA is a community inclusion program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore new environments, build meaningful relationships, and engage with the world around them. Each activity is designed to promote connection, confidence, and community participation.
This program is open to participants across all 21 New Jersey counties, with events taking place in Morris, Essex, and Union Counties.
Be sure to register on our website for May`s Out N` About program before 4/22!
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We’re hiring: Development/Fundraising Intern
If you’re looking for hands-on experience in fundraising for work that matters, this is a good place to start.
At Family Resource Network, our Development team plays a direct role in supporting programs that help individuals and families living with disabilities access the resources they need. As a Development/Fundraising Intern, you’ll gain real experience in planning special events, securing sponsorships and donations, and assisting with fundraising projects. You won’t be on the sidelines – you’ll be part of the process.
We’re looking for someone who is organized, research-driven, and ready to contribute. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college or university, preferably with a major in Accounting or Finance.
If you want to learn how meaningful work gets funded, we’d love to meet you!
Learn more and apply on our website. Link in bio. ...
Autism Family Services of NJ offers essential support, from guidance and scholarships to the beloved Annual Autism Beach Bash, where hundreds of families come together to celebrate inclusion.