Let your Christmas Lights Shine for autism

Registrations Are Now Closed

Registrations for new entrants are now closed, but you can still donate to our fundraisers below until 31 January 2024.

We would like to thank you for your support and wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and New Year.

Get ready to spread the holiday cheer like never before! This Christmas, we're shining bright for the 1 in 70 Australians on the autism spectrum.

Shine for autism is your chance to decorate your home, school, or business with enchanting Christmas lights and become a part of a community dedicated to spreading joy, understanding, and acceptance. Join us in celebrating the magic of giving and the power of community by signing up to Shine for autism - TODAY!

As a participant, you'll have your own fundraising page, making it easy to reach out to your networks for support. Additionally, you'll receive a personalised donation poster complete with a QR code, making it simple for the public to contribute to your festive lights display.

Shine for Autism goes beyond festive lights—it's about understanding. Learn how to make your Christmas celebrations autism-friendly with our resources.

Furthermore, connect with others who have signed up to Shine for autism in our IN IT for AUTISM Facebook Group and showcase your brilliant light creations.

Let's come together, one light at a time, and make this festive season truly special.

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How It Works

1. Register

Sign up your home, business or school to Shine for autism. If you are coming together with others you can also create or join a team.

2. Decorate

Decorate your home, business or school with festive lights and display your Shine for autism poster for easy public contributions.

3. Personalise

Personalise your online fundraising page with photos of your festive lights and tell people why you have signed up to Shine for autism. 

4. Share

Share your fundraising page through social media, email, and SMS, calling for donations to support your display. Include #Shineforautism.

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