Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc.
uses the arts, education, and research to improve the culture and lifestyle of the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) individual.
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At BAFOL, we aim to rebuild HOPE, where it’s been damaged or lost. We strive to ensure CONFIDENCE ,where there is none. By being a VOLUNTEER OPERATED/RAN ORGANIZATION, we work with those individuals and families on the Spectrum of Autism in need, for FREE. Those individuals of whom are underprivileged, and those whom are abandoned, we strive to rebuild and restructure lives for our future generations. Our focus lies on Global Community concerns, which include GREEN LIVING, GLOBAL ASD EDUCATION, AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS, and Inclusion. BAFOL firmly believes in the saying, "it takes a village to raise a child". We work globally on creating the most knowledgeable, understanding, and well equipped society for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Because, the solutions needed to work with anyone who is diagnosed with this condition, is delicate. We believe that anyone is able to teach someone else how to be compassionate, understanding, giving, and loving!
"EACH ONE EDUCATE ONE!" Team BAFOL |
BAFOL'S BROCHURE
Did you know that since Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL), is a 501 (c)3 Nonprofit charitable ran & operated organization that is registered in KY, IN, GA, TN, and growing? We also have an international presence in the United Kingdom, Africa, and Brazil, by means of our Global Ambassadors. Did you know that you do not have to be located in any of these states or countries to donate, support us, or even work directly with us?
We are proud to announce that we have partnered up with AMAZON and are registered with Amazon Smile! Amazon Smile offers the same vast product selection as Amazon.com. However, a portion of each purchase goes towards the Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. Look what one mom said about supporting our charity through AmazonSmile... "I Now Shop Through AmazonSmile!" I" donate to charities on a regular basis, and it doesn’t cost me anything. It is easy to use and you are helping just a little bit when you buy stuff from Amazon. Remember though, you have to go to the link, in order for a portion of your purchase to go to your favorite charity." Brittany S. USA Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization, every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll have the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization, like the Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL)! Tens of millions of products on Amazon Smile are eligible for donations. You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for Amazon Smile donation” on their product detail pages. You use the same account on Amazon.com and Amazon Smile. Just click AmazonSmile's. . You will use your normal Amazon Log In information. It will prompt you to pick a Charity. You can search “Booker Autism Foundation” and set it as your beneficiary! |
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The Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL) has teamed with Special Needs Communities to provide the best online tool for individuals and families to find business and resources that support our Special Needs community in KY, GA, TN, and IN. Click on the purple online tool button to locate resources.
Special Needs Communities is a free, community-based website and application. It is the easiest place to find special needs friendly places and resources. If you are a resource provider, list your organization for free!
Special Needs Communities is a free, community-based website and application. It is the easiest place to find special needs friendly places and resources. If you are a resource provider, list your organization for free!
Canine Companionship for Sensory Disorders
BAFOL, Inc. believes that canines help children who have sensory issues or who suffer from anxiety. We know how difficult it is to adjust too everyday life experiences.
For example, children on the Spectrum of Autism, tend to interact (verbally, gestures and sounds), enjoying their surroundings when playing with pets, rather than with inanimate objects.
According to the Daily Mail.com, "there is a link between pet ownership and anxiety reduction. In the presence of a pet, the reduction of Cortisol levels (a stress-response hormone), in a study that Dr. Lupien conducted, demonstrated that the levels dropped when a canine was in the company of a child." You can follow up on the details to the study at: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1322189/Dogs-reduce-stress-autistic-children-help-curb-problem-behaviours-finds-study.html
You can read more about Canine Companionship Sensory Disorders at: http://4pawsforability.org/the-4-paws-story/
For example, children on the Spectrum of Autism, tend to interact (verbally, gestures and sounds), enjoying their surroundings when playing with pets, rather than with inanimate objects.
According to the Daily Mail.com, "there is a link between pet ownership and anxiety reduction. In the presence of a pet, the reduction of Cortisol levels (a stress-response hormone), in a study that Dr. Lupien conducted, demonstrated that the levels dropped when a canine was in the company of a child." You can follow up on the details to the study at: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1322189/Dogs-reduce-stress-autistic-children-help-curb-problem-behaviours-finds-study.html
You can read more about Canine Companionship Sensory Disorders at: http://4pawsforability.org/the-4-paws-story/
GIVE FOR GOOD LOUISVILLE
Join BAFOL for the biggest day of charitable giving in the city of Louisville. Formerly known as Give Local Louisville, is a 24 hour online fundraising event to support organizations in our community. This event is hosted by The Community Foundation of Louisville. Help us in continuing to offer FREE services, care, and resources for people suffering from mental illness and other hardships, that are on the Spectrum of Autism. With your help, we can make an impact and create a community where people and places can thrive, no matter what their special needs.
Save the date! Sept. 14, 2017, you can Give For Good, by donating to this year’s #GiveForGoodLouisville campaign.
Here is the link for BAFOL's promotions, volunteering, donations, etc. for GiveforGood.
We would like to thank the community for coming out and showing their support for the Give For Good Louisville event that took place at the 4th Street Live in Louisville, KY, on September 14, 207 from 11:30AM-1PM. Below, are some pictures from the Give For Good Louisville event. We would like to thank our Junior Ambassador, Mr. Tristan B., who was on hand to take pictures, interview, and pass out pamphlets about BAFOL. We would also like to share with you the company representatives that stopped by our table to learn more about who BAFOL is; showing their support for BAFOL's programs: Wild Life In Need, Louisville Fire & Rescue, The Louisville Ballet, and Paws with a Purpose
Save the date! Sept. 14, 2017, you can Give For Good, by donating to this year’s #GiveForGoodLouisville campaign.
Here is the link for BAFOL's promotions, volunteering, donations, etc. for GiveforGood.
We would like to thank the community for coming out and showing their support for the Give For Good Louisville event that took place at the 4th Street Live in Louisville, KY, on September 14, 207 from 11:30AM-1PM. Below, are some pictures from the Give For Good Louisville event. We would like to thank our Junior Ambassador, Mr. Tristan B., who was on hand to take pictures, interview, and pass out pamphlets about BAFOL. We would also like to share with you the company representatives that stopped by our table to learn more about who BAFOL is; showing their support for BAFOL's programs: Wild Life In Need, Louisville Fire & Rescue, The Louisville Ballet, and Paws with a Purpose
In an effort to provide complete transparency and to reassure you that your donation is being used in the best way possible, we’ve provided all relevant financial data for Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL), via our partner, Guidestar. Please take a moment to review these documents and see how every dollar is spent. Because the foundation’s overhead expenses are privately funded by our Founders Hon. Minister L.J. Booker and Mr. Christopher C. Booker, 100% of your donation goes directly to the kids.
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Global Community Partners & Supporters
BAFOL strives to utilize the talents and skills of our volunteers and community partners when working with families that have loved ones on the Spectrum of Autism. Because of this, we have been able to organize various FREE activities such as Organic Raw cooking classes, arts & crafts, gardening, photography, etc., for children who don’t have opportunities or the necessary resources. Which, affords them the same exposure and encouragement that other children without special needs can be involved in. This allows for them to be on a level playing field, so that they can achieve greatness in whatever they choose to do in life. Which is why, at this time, Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL), would like to thank our following sponsors for their generous support and donations.
Mr. Wayne Louis (1619 Flux Studio), on behalf BAFOL, our families, and our supporters, would like to say, "Thank You" for this interview and assisting with being one of our featured artist and BAFOL's upcoming Mentor/Guest Speaker for the Art Series Camp. We especially would like to express our deepest heartfelt gratitude in donating the "Light Beyond Autism" Painting to BAFOL.
BAFOL’s ARTism Exhibition is designed to highlight artist affected by Autism, because art gives them a freedom of expressing themselves (thinking). It is a way that nonverbal and verbal children can just simply PAINT their interest for others to see (their world)! Because, for Autistic child(ren) and adults, their personal interest is a key part of their enjoyment of life. Taking away their interest, actually may mean taking from them the one pleasurable thing that they have (in an unpredictable world), a passion for. Certainly, if any interest would cause them harm or danger to them or someone else, than the interest would be redirected towards something else. But, for the most part, an Autistic child-teen-adult’s interests are harming no-one and helping them to enjoy the world they live in (which can seem rather scary).
Which is why we will be having an BAFOL ART Showcase & Fundraiser annually in various cities, to showcase the talents of those whom are on the Spectrum and those of whom have loved ones on the Spectrum. Tickets will be only $15 advance or $25 at the door. There will be door prizes, a silent auction, raffles, food, drinks, live entertainment, and much more. All proceeds will benefit the Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL) FREE Summer ART Camp (ages 8-12).
Which is why we will be having an BAFOL ART Showcase & Fundraiser annually in various cities, to showcase the talents of those whom are on the Spectrum and those of whom have loved ones on the Spectrum. Tickets will be only $15 advance or $25 at the door. There will be door prizes, a silent auction, raffles, food, drinks, live entertainment, and much more. All proceeds will benefit the Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. (BAFOL) FREE Summer ART Camp (ages 8-12).
Legal Disclaimer & Security Notice
Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. DON'T bill for our services. Our services are FREE! If you should receive any type of telephone calls, statements, or emails, please reach out immediately to the Administrator Miss Tiffany Proctor or Mr. Greg Daly, Attorney at 502-408-1847.
Web Site Security Notice
For site security purposes and to ensure that this Web service remains available to all users, this computer system employs software programs that monitor network traffic to identify unauthorized attempts to upload or change information. Anyone using this system expressly consents to such monitoring and is advised that if such monitoring reveals evidence of possible abuse or criminal activity, such evidence may be provided to appropriate law enforcement officials. Unauthorized attempts to upload or change information on our site(s) are strictly prohibited and may be punishable by law, including under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986 and the National Information Infrastructure Protection Act of 1996.
Booker Autism Foundation of Learning, Inc. DON'T bill for our services. Our services are FREE! If you should receive any type of telephone calls, statements, or emails, please reach out immediately to the Administrator Miss Tiffany Proctor or Mr. Greg Daly, Attorney at 502-408-1847.
Web Site Security Notice
For site security purposes and to ensure that this Web service remains available to all users, this computer system employs software programs that monitor network traffic to identify unauthorized attempts to upload or change information. Anyone using this system expressly consents to such monitoring and is advised that if such monitoring reveals evidence of possible abuse or criminal activity, such evidence may be provided to appropriate law enforcement officials. Unauthorized attempts to upload or change information on our site(s) are strictly prohibited and may be punishable by law, including under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986 and the National Information Infrastructure Protection Act of 1996.
