Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville

Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville Founded in 1999 by parents of children with autism, Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville is a 501c3 non-profit organization.

Our mission is to provide services that enable adults with autism to lead purposeful lives. Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville was founded in 1999 by concerned parents to create support for adults with autistic spectrum disorders. Although between $236 and 265 billion dollars are spent annually on autism in the United States and nearly $175 billion is spent on adult services, after an adult with an autistic spectrum disorder ages out of the school system, little support is available to help them live meaningful and independent lives. These parents saw this problem and dreamt of a utopia where their children could be supported but not stifled in their personal growth and have the opportunity to thrive in a college campus-like setting. Today, Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville is an innovator and model of excellence in not only the region, but in the field. The person-centered, family-focused planning model strives to create opportunities for lifelong learning, community integration and purposeful, gainful employment for any individual supported who wants to work. At present, community living, community recreation, community service and community employment programs exist and further the mission of improving the lives of adults with autism. The organization continues to grow with the addition of a support group for adults with high functioning autism, a community liaison service and the Project SEARCH program at UT Medical Center. Project SEARCH is a nine month program providing internships at the hospital which develop job skills, social skills and connections with the community to strengthen the individual supported’s ties with their employer. Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville is always developing new concepts to expand the range of services provided and, as executive director Beth Ritchie says, to “perfect the dream”.

03/28/2026

How can you say no to this!? Donate today at Breakthroughknoxville.org/Donate and specify "active zone"!

Oh what a night! Prom of the Stars was beautiful evening full of beautiful people!! ✨
03/26/2026

Oh what a night! Prom of the Stars was beautiful evening full of beautiful people!! ✨

Come see us and many other vendors today! The event lasts until 3pm at First Baptist Church in Seymour!
03/14/2026

Come see us and many other vendors today! The event lasts until 3pm at First Baptist Church in Seymour!

Nothing better than a craft and some friends! 🌷
03/13/2026

Nothing better than a craft and some friends! 🌷

Don’t forget to mark your calendar and get your tickets for the Autism Acceptance Gala. You won’t want to miss this unfo...
03/09/2026

Don’t forget to mark your calendar and get your tickets for the Autism Acceptance Gala. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable night of dining, dancing, and most importantly acceptance!

🗓️ April 24 | 7:00 pm
📍 Kingston Ballroom, Bridgewater Place
205 Bridgewater Road, Knoxville 37923
🎟 Get your tickets: www.breakthroughknoxville.org/autism-acceptance-gala

The Inspire Soccer League is coming to Knoxville for a second season! Join One Knox SC tomorrow, Friday, March 5th for t...
03/05/2026

The Inspire Soccer League is coming to Knoxville for a second season! Join One Knox SC tomorrow, Friday, March 5th for try outs. This is an amazing chance to compete professionally, and represent Knoxville, TN.

📅 Friday, March 6, 2026
🕧6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 UTK Rec Sports
3620 Sutherland Ave Knoxville, TN

For more information: claudia@oneknoxsc.com

We are having another MAPS Workshop. If you are a MAPS participant come join us as we learn about financial literacy! 💸🗓...
02/26/2026

We are having another MAPS Workshop. If you are a MAPS participant come join us as we learn about financial literacy! 💸

🗓️ Wednesday, March 4
⏰ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
📍Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville
1700 Liberty St, Knoxville (lower level)

Love was in the air at Breakthrough for our Valentines party 💕 We love having fun with our friends, making crafts and da...
02/18/2026

Love was in the air at Breakthrough for our Valentines party 💕 We love having fun with our friends, making crafts and dancing!

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1700 Liberty Street
Knoxville, TN
37921

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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https://www.biggiveknox.org/organizations/autism-breakthrough

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