Make Waves for change.
We all deserve the opportunity to live healthy, safe and supported lives; even small wave makers can have a big ripple effect.
Since 2007, the Make Waves Family Foundation has donated over $5mm to communities in need.
Our mission is to empower individuals to live healthy, safe and supported lives. Our primary initiatives focus on the Autism community, women’s health, and humanitarian aid.
Our Efforts
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Over a five year span, the Make Waves Family Foundation is giving $1 million to the First Place Global Leadership Institute to create the Make Waves Center for Community Development.
The center aims to fuel a new marketplace of supportive housing and community options through replicable, sustainable design, programming and development strategies.
You can read more about The Make Waves Center for Community Development here.
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The U Can Employ initiative, led by Els for Autism, aims to increase employment opportunities for individuals with Autism by equipping companies with the training, consultation, and support needed to build inclusive workplaces. Supported by the Make Waves Foundation, this initiative empowers Autistic adults to lead meaningful lives and contribute as valued community members.
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There is an urgent need among law enforcement agencies to provide trainings with proven strategies on how to improve communication and de-escalate conflict with Autistic individuals.
Make Waves is proud to initiate and sponsor a law enforcement training led by The Autism Society of Inland Empire for law enforcement agencies in Orange County, CA and Inland Empire.
Our Causes
The Make Waves Family Foundation supports organizations committed to:
Providing resources and opportunity for the Autism community to live fully.
Advancing and prioritizing women’s healthcare.
Emergency response for global disasters, famine, and conflict.
Overall, Make Waves works to achieve equitable opportunities for underserved populations.
About Us
The Make Waves Family Foundation is a culmination of philanthropic efforts by the Roth Family to advance the health and wellbeing of underserved communities.
Solutions Engineered for Measurable Impact
OUR MISSION
Building momentum for meaningful change.
Autism
Creating pathways to opportunity.
We support programs and partnerships that advance inclusion, independence, safety, and quality of life for individuals in the Autism community.We support programs and partnerships that advance inclusion, independence, safety, and quality of life for individuals in the Autism community.
Our mission is to empower individuals to live healthy, safe, and supported lives in thriving communities. Our primary initiatives focus on the Autism community, women's health, and humanitarian aid.
We focus our efforts where thoughtful investment, strong partnerships, and innovative ideas can create meaningful change.
Women’s Health
Advancing care for every stage of life.
Women's health goes far beyond reproductive health. We champion greater education, equitable access, and targeted innovation to address overlooked needs that improve health outcomes
Humanitarian Aid
Showing up when it matters most.
We support trusted partners providing essential resources, relief, and long-term assistance to communities facing crisis and adversity.
Solutions Engineered for Measurable Impact
Advance Tomorrow Through Today's Gift.
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