🌟 Support Our Work

About Our Cause

Our Vision is to improve the lives of neurodivergent children, young people, and their families through:

  • Provision of inclusive and accessible activities: for children and young people, supporting emotional regulation, confidence, and social connection.
  • Family Support: delivered via a range of channels including peer-led groups, training, 1:1 support, wellbeing sessions, online support, and our acclaimed free ‘Supporting your Neurodivergent Child’ book. We understand that having the information is only a part of the support needed and seek to validate parent/carer experiences and empower them to advocate for their children.
  • Increasing awareness and acceptance of neurodiversity: in the community through training, outreach, and collaboration across Essex and beyond.

Our Impact

  • Over 3,000 families supported through online and in-person services.
  • 94% of parents report reduced isolation and increased confidence after attending our events.
  • 86% of young people feel less anxious after attending sessions.

We need your help so we can continue to offer and even expand our service!

Donate

1. Ways to Donate

    • 💳 Lottery Ticket: Help raise much-needed funds for MyOTAS by purchasing a lottery ticket via Essex Lottery. It’s only £1 a ticket — you can win £25,000 and 80% of the funds go to good causes.

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  • Sign up to Easyfundraising: see your favourite brands donate to MyOTAS whenever you shop with them. Over 8,000 brands donate a portion of what you spend — at no extra cost to you!

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    Easyfundraising — click here to set it up.

  • Workplace Giving: If your company offers a payroll giving or workplace donation scheme, please consider choosing MyOTAS as your nominated charity — your support helps us make a real difference in the lives of neurodivergent young people and their families.

2. Where Your Money Goes

Every £1 you donate helps us provide activities for neurodivergent young people and deliver training workshops and support for their families.

3. Corporate or Community Fundraising

We welcome partnerships with local businesses, schools, and community groups.

4. Organising Your Own Event

We welcome fundraising ideas, and you might decide to hold your own event — whether it’s a cake sale, bingo night, or sponsored walk. The team at MyOTAS will be happy to guide you — just contact us with your idea!

Thank you for helping us make a lasting difference. Every donation, big or small, helps build a more inclusive future.

The Team