Support COSAC

Make a Gift


In order to provide services to family members of individuals with autism and professionals in the field, COSAC relies on the support of its members and other concerned individuals both within and outside the autism community. The diagnosis of autism is on the rise.  Financial support allows the agency to maintain, improve upon and expand its ability to meet the community's growing needs.  


Honor Roll


Thank you to the following for their contributions to COSAC:
Dr. Linda Meyer, Dr. Michael Aquino, Kelly and Robert Milazzo
  • Thank you to The Greenwich Autism Alliance Foundation for its $45,000 contribution to COSAC. Pictured above with COSAC Executive Director, Dr. Linda Meyer (far left) and Board of Trustee President, Dr. Michael Aquino (2nd from left) are Kelly and Robert Milazzo, founders of the Foundation.
  • The Select Equity Foundation for its $118,000 General Support Grant.
  • Jonathan & Suzanne Rich, Harvey Electronics, vFinance Investments, Inc., and Harborview Capital Advisors for a $50,000 contribution to be divided equally between general support and sponsorship of our Silver Anniversary Conference.
  • Thank you to the New York Center for Autism for its generous donation of $25,000 in support of our Adult Resource Initiative.

The COSAC Fund Campaign

The COSAC Fund, COSAC's annual fund raising drive launched each fall, helps support operating programs and services to families and professionals in the field of autism.  COSAC is pleased to announce that the 2007-2008 COSAC Fund Family is The Hilliard/Harper Family of Hudson County, NJ. Click here to download a copy of their story.

Give today!  To make a donation to the 2007-08 COSAC Fund now via credit card, click here.
Ashanti Harper, Zaire Harper and Wanda Hilliard
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2007 -- The Hilliard/Harper Family
Hudson County, NJ
Thank you for your support of COSAC!
The Wells Family: Renee, Ian and Dean
Kristina Chew, James Fisher and son, Charlie.
2006 -- The Wells Family
Burlington County, NJ
2005 -- The Fisher Family
Union County, NJ
Jim and Marilyn Scanlon with daughters Jessica and Erica.
Gloria and Patrick Fay with sons Ryan and Sean.
2004 -- The Scanlon Family
Gloucester County, NJ
2003 -- The Fay Family
Union County, NJ

Other Ways to Give


Giving at Work


Payroll Deduction Programs
Sometimes it is more convenient for donors to contribute through a payroll deduction plan offered through some employers.  

For private companies, these programs are sometimes administered by third parties such as United Way (COSAC's # is 014177) or America's Charities, or by companies themselves.  

Public Employees can donate to COSAC via the Combined Federal Campaign, the NJ State Employees Charitable Campaign (COSAC's # is 6558) or Public Employees Charitable Campaigns (for county employees).

These plans may also allow donors to increase their level of support because the contributions are made monthly rather than in one lump sum.  Ask your employer for more details.

Matching Gifts
In addition, it is also important to consider approaching your or your spouse's employer to find out if the company can match your gift to COSAC. Some companies even make contributions that are twice as much as your individual donation!  

Types of Gifts


When thinking of making a contribution, the first thought most of us have is to make a cash contribution. An outright gift of cash is always appreciated, but there are also other ways of making the most significant impact that you can: appreciated securities, real estate, closely held stock, bequests, charitable trusts, insurance, a work of art, or any other asset that carries no unusual liability.

Products or Gifts in Kind help, too.  Perhaps you have a service or business where you can donate items (e.g. tickets to events, art work, electronics or just about anything) for our fund-raising auctions, for our members or directly for COSAC (e.g. design work, printing, copying, etc.). In-kind support makes a big difference too!

To discuss ways to give to COSAC, contact Ellen Schisler, Director of Development at ellen.schisler@njcosac.org.