IRS Status
IRS Determination Letter
Apt Fitness, Inc., is a Florida not for profit corporation designated by IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charity.
Apt Fitness, Inc., was founded by a high functioning autist who recognized disparity in employment practices, service at service industry destinations, and stereotypes by those less informed regarding autists. She is a minority with a penchant for equality and assisting those with limited access to resources.
MISSION STATEMENT:
to make fitness and beauty solutions affordable to disadvantaged individuals affected by autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and other cognitive and neurological conditions;
to demonstrate how exercise can be used in lieu of prescriptions in many cases;
to facilitate intra family relations by providing support services for autists, their loved ones, and caregivers;
to offer a safe, judgment free environment and provide support for autists, their loved ones, and caregivers;
to create an empowerment network for autists to offer their services to others who are in need;
to create a community of acceptance of autists;
creating a redefinition of autism that shatters negative stigma and stereotypes;
to elevate self- efficacy and esteem, thereby, improving quality of life.