Austin Residents
Families with children currently enrolled in or entering Austin-area public schools and surrounding cities.
Free · Parent-to-Parent · Austin, TX
Every child deserves an advocate.
Free, parent-to-parent special education advocacy for Austin families. We help you navigate the system when you can't afford to go it alone.
- No fees, ever
- ARD & 504 meeting support
- Run by special needs parents
About Us
Who We Are
We are a grassroots, parent-led volunteer organization based right here in Austin. We are not professional or certified advocates, and we do not charge any fees. Instead, we are special needs parents who have spent years in the trenches navigating ARD meetings, 504 plans, and the public school system.
Small by design.
Because we work on a completely volunteer basis, we only accept a select number of families each month. This ensures we can give every parent and child the dedicated time, energy, and personal attention they deserve.
Who We Serve
Who We Are a Fit For
Navigating school accommodations can be overwhelming, especially when hiring a private advocate is out of your budget. We are here to bridge that gap. Our volunteer services are exclusively for:
Financial Need
Parents who genuinely cannot afford to hire a professional, paid advocate.
Specific Classifications
Families navigating school accommodations for children with:
What We Do
How We Help
We don't offer legal advice, but we do offer real-world experience, empathy, and a guiding hand. We partner with you to make sure your child's voice is heard.
Document Review
Helping you make sense of IEP paperwork, 504 plans, and evaluation reports.
Meeting Preparation
Organizing your talking points, goals, and questions before you walk into the school.
ARD & 504 Support
Attending school meetings alongside you as a knowledgeable peer support system.
Resource Sharing
Connecting you with local Austin special needs networks and community resources.
We are volunteer parents, not attorneys or certified advocates, and we do not provide legal advice.