Big Sky Education and Research Center (Big Sky) is an organization dedicated to the advancement of therapeutic opportunities for low-income individuals with Autistic Spectrum Disorders and their family members, through philanthropy, service, education, and research.

The mission of Big Sky is to:

• Provide direct therapeutic and educational services to the autistic community and their family members;
• Provide direct therapeutic and educational training and research opportunities for educators, therapists, and behavioral scientists;
• Promote the importance of philanthropy, volunteerism, and the role of not-for-profit healthcare institutions & organizations;
• Provide and promote comprehensive education and accreditation programs of recognized value to members, staff, and participating families;
• Strengthen the ability of healthcare institutions, institutions of higher learning, and non-profit organizations to attract resources through professional development efforts aimed at raising the quality of life for the autistic community;
• Foster adherence to established professional standards, ethical conduct, and a commitment to service;
• Facilitate and promote the sharing of expertise among colleagues in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect;
• Encourage the establishment of comprehensive development programs in healthcare institutions, institutions of higher learning, and both non-profit and for-profit organizations.