21st Autism Beach Bash

AFSNJ | 21st Annual Autism Beach Bash

Hosted By Autism Family Services of New Jersey

Surfer Registration Opens May 12th - May 16th

Event Date: September 7, 2025

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Location: 14th Ave Beach, Belmar, NJ

The 21st Annual Autism Beach Bash is a free, inclusive event dedicated to raising essential funds that support education, advocacy, and programs for individuals with autism, their families, and caregivers.

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Families and supporters from New Jersey and neighboring states, including New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, gather each year to celebrate and support the autism community at this incredible event. 

As New Jersey’s largest gathering for the autism community, last year’s event brought together over 3,500 attendees, creating an unforgettable day of fun, connection, and support.  150 individuals affected by autism surfed the waves with the instruction and guidance from the Surfer's Healing instructors. This event is an incredible opportunity to celebrate, support, and empower the autism community at Belmar Beach!

Start or Join a TEAM Today

Teams that fundraise $500 WIN an Official AFSNJ Autism Beach Bash Cooler!

The 21st Annual Autism Beach Bash offers surf camp with Surfers Healing, a California-based nonprofit dedicated to working with children with special needs. With over 25 years of experience, Surfers Healing has provided more than 4,500 children with autism and their families the unforgettable experience of riding the waves. Their volunteer-staffed camps offer a fun, engaging, and empowering day at the beach, creating cherished memories and building confidence for children with autism year after year.

Volunteer Opportunities

Become A Beach Bash Sponsor | Exhibitor 

Your Support Matters

Autism Family Services of New Jersey remains committed to improving the quality of life for individuals and families living with autism. Funds raised from this event directly support programs, services, and resources that spread awareness and provide critical support throughout New Jersey.

Your sponsorship will directly contribute to the success of the Autism Beach Bash, ensuring families can enjoy a wonderful day by the beach. This is also a great opportunity to showcase your business while supporting a cause that touches the lives of so many.

Sponsorship Levels

Premium Sponsor $20,000

Premier logo placement on ABB T-shirts, main stage signage, and Welcome Banner. Recognition in press releases, news articles. Featured logo and link on AFSNJ website. VIP tour of Beach Bash. Opportunity to provide a branded gift to attendees. Premium exhibitor tent.

Top billing on all event collateral, the official ABB T-shirt & Welcome Banner. Signage on the main stage as our Platinum sponsor. Recognition on the AFSNJ website with a link to your company site. Opportunity to provide a logo gift to participants.  

Top billing on all event collateral, the official ABB T-shirt & Welcome Banner. Signage on the main stage as our Gold Sponsor. Recognition on the AFSNJ website with a link to your company site. Premium exhibitor tent.

Standard exhibitor tent. Company name on all event collateral, the official ABB T-shirt, & Welcome Banner. Signage on the main stage as our Silver Sponsor. Recognition on the AFSNJ website with a link to your company site.

Standard exhibitor tent. Company name on all event collateral. Recognition on the AFSNJ website with a link to your site.

Exhibitor Levels

Premium Exhibitor $850

10 x 10 exhibitor space (must bring your own tent)

Standard Exhibitor $650

Company presented under the Exhibitor Tent.

Nonprofit Exhibitor $450

Company presented under the Exhibitor Tent.

Sand Tee Sign $150

Company logo is displayed on tee-sign during the event.