Since 2000, Apraxia Kids has been the leading nonprofit that strengthens the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia of speech by educating professionals and families; facilitating community engagement and outreach; and investing in the future through advocacy and research. We visualize a world where every child with apraxia of speech reaches their highest communication potential through accurate diagnosis and appropriate timely treatment. Every child deserves a voice.

Childhood Apraxia of Speech - What's That?

Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor planning disorder that makes it difficult for children to speak. Children with CAS generally have a good understanding of language and know what they want to say. However, they have difficulty learning or carrying out the complex sequenced movements that are necessary for intelligible speech.

Make an Impact. Be 1 of 1000.

We invite you to be a1 of 1000 supporter. Either click GIVE NOW to make an online donation or START FUNDRAISING to create your fundraising page today! Our goal during Apraxia Awareness Month is to have 1000 parents/guardians, caregivers, teachers, professionals, and supporters join the efforts of Apraxia Kids so we can continue to provide the programs and resources to our apraxia community for low or no costs.

Click START FUNDRAISING to create your own page. Tell your personal story and share with your network. All participants who click Start Fundraising and create a page will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card! Participants will receive an additional entry for every $100 raised using their personal fundraising page by May 31. Winner will be drawn on June 1.

Congratulations to the winner of the $100 Amazon Card - ELLYSE ESPINOZA

Picking the winner LIVE on June 2

How Donations Impact the Apraxia Community

$15 - provides a family with a Free Parent Folder upon request

$50 provides a parent or teacher a free Be the Voice Classroom Kit to teach students about childhood apraxia of speech. Kit includes brochures and activity items.

$100 provides a family with one year long membership to online education through our On-Demand Webinar platform.

$200 provides a National Conference registration scholarship for one parent or guardian.

$500 provides a child with a new iPad through our Speech Tablets for Apraxia program.

$1000 covers the cost of intensive training for one speech therapist through our Apraxia Kids Boot Camp program.

Why is talking hard for children with apraxia?

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For awareness and fundraising help beyond participating in this campaign, visit the Apraxia Kids Be the Voice and Awareness webpages for more information. Also, check out the Apraxia Awareness Month Calendar and the Adopt a Star graphic to spread awareness by posting on social media. Tag Apraxia Kids and use #ApraxiaAwareness in your message.

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