Johnny Profane Âû<p>Keeping Neurodivergent Resources Free For All:<br>A 7-Day Fundraiser... with daily updates</p><p>I believe no one should have to pay to be autistic.</p><p>That principle has guided my work from the beginning, ensuring every article, podcast episode &resource I create remains freely accessible to anyone who needs it. It's not just a nice idea—it's essential for our community.</p><p>The Impact of Your Support</p><p>Just in February 2025 alone, I talked directly with:</p><p>17 newly diagnosed autistic adults who shared that these resources helped them understand themselves for the first time<br>11 families raising neurodivergent kids who found practical strategies to support their children<br>12 therapists and caregivers who improved their support approaches based on authentic autistic perspectives<br>7 researchers developing better understanding of lived neurodivergent experiences<br>3 teachers creating more inclusive classroom environments</p><p>Hundreds reach out directly for help every year.</p><p>THEN there are the tens of thousands who read or listen. Silently. </p><p>Each of these connections represents someone who accessed these resources without financial barriers… as it should be.</p><p>The Current Challenge</p><p>In my 70s, I survive on government assistance. And I'm grateful.<br>But with inflation and recent cuts to my government housing, medical, and food subsidies, I'm facing a financial crisis that threatens this work.</p><p>I need to raise $150 in the next 7 days to cover Internet service and other modest but critical expenses that allow me to continue creating content.</p><p>Thank you to the 9 Founding Member paid subscribers who already make this possible. Your support means everything.</p><p>If just 15 more people contributed $10 each (or any combination that works), we'd reach our goal.</p><p>Ways to Help</p><p>Make a one-time contribution through this <br>1. 7-day Ko-Fi fundraiser: <a href="https://lnkd.in/gKjeVEkA" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">lnkd.in/gKjeVEkA</span><span class="invisible"></span></a><br>2. Become a paid hashtag#subStack subscriber, to support access to all content for free. For those who truly need it: <a href="https://lnkd.in/gcz_qDQK" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">lnkd.in/gcz_qDQK</span><span class="invisible"></span></a><br>3. Share this newsletter with others who might value this work</p><p>This fundraiser runs until 3/13. I'll post daily updates on our progress toward the $150 goal.</p><p>Why This Matters</p><p>Your support today means that tomorrow... someone just discovering they're autistic? They won't face financial barriers to understanding themselves. </p><p>That's what drives me... gets me up every morning… in my 70s… to keep doing this work.</p><p>I believe no one should have to pay to be autistic. If you've found value in what I share, please consider supporting this principle in action.</p><p>In gratitude,<br>Johnny Profane Âû</p><p>P.S. All content will remain free regardless of the outcome of this fundraiser. The principle stands, even when finances are tough.</p><p><a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/ActuallyAutistic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ActuallyAutistic</span></a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/AutisticAtWork" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AutisticAtWork</span></a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/ADHD" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ADHD</span></a> <a href="https://neurodifferent.me/tags/Neurodiversity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Neurodiversity</span></a><br><span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/actuallyadhd" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>actuallyadhd</span></a></span> <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/actuallyadhd" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>actuallyadhd</span></a></span> <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/actuallyaudhd" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>actuallyaudhd</span></a></span> <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/neurodiversity" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>neurodiversity</span></a></span></p>