Our Core Values

Founded by Rick Martinez and Cynthia Maples in 2018, Life in Spectrum is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children with ASD and their families worldwide have a better life.

What started as one ASD dedicated daycare in Gladstone, Oregon, has since transformed into a cross-country network of volunteer operated daycares specializing in caring for children with ASD. In addition to daycares, the organization offers art therapy and playtime programs that can take place in any school or community center.

Life in Spectrum is funded by donations and complies with the strictest NGO financial management requirements.

The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Chattanooga is to provide families with the care and resources they need when their child is sick and to support programs and services that directly improve the health and well-being of children.

With the help of our local community and a strong network of chapters to share best practices, RMHC of Greater Chattanooga is able to carry out its mission by providing the best possible resources, facilities, and services benefiting children and their families at a time of need or medical crisis.