Autism Certification Matching Grant Application

St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce and the county have partnered to provide a matching grant to local tourism and hospitality businesses that complete the Certified Autism Center training through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. The grant will help businesses make necessary accommodations and train public-facing staff to better serve neurodiverse individuals, including guests with autism and sensory needs.

St. Johns County has the opportunity to become a Certified Autism Destination, indicating a strong commitment by local businesses to provide an accommodating, inclusive experience to all guests.

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Company Name *

Primary Contact Name (First and Last) *

Company address *

Primary phone number *

Primary email address *

Is your business part of the tourism and hospitality industry? *

Describe the business. *

Attraction

Hotel/Resort

Restaurant/Bar

Tour Operator

Other

Is the business you are seeking certification for located in St. Johns County? *

Are you pursuing training/certification for your public-facing staff? *

Has the business you are seeking certification for been open for at least 12 months? *

How many years has the business been operating? *

Total number of full-time equivalent employees in the company *

Number of public-facing managers *

Number of public-facing employees (not including managers) *

Check box to acknowledge. *

I understand that I will pay for the training in full to the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This grant is a reimbursement of 50% of the cost, up to $5,000, after providing proof of payment and certification.

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