Nashville, TN ยท 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Connections
fuel growth.

Friends of Illuminate Academy exists to support the mission of one of Nashville's most extraordinary learning environments โ€” a place built specifically for neurodivergent kids to thrive.

Who We Are

Built to support something special.

Friends of Illuminate Academy is the nonprofit arm that makes the mission possible. Founded in 2018, we raise funds, rally community, and make sure the kids at Illuminate Academy have everything they need to not just learn โ€” but thrive.

Illuminate Academy has spent twelve years building a learning environment where neurodivergent kids are understood, supported, and celebrated. We exist to fuel that work.

"Built for regulation. Made for joy."
2018
Founded to support Illuminate Academy's mission
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Sensory zones in our new playground โ€” opening June 5th
501(c)(3)
Tax-deductible donations. Every dollar goes to our kids.
Active Campaign
๐ŸŒฑ Now Live ยท April 2026
Swing Wide.
Built for regulation. Made for joy.

We're raising $60,000 in 30 days to build a sensory-friendly playground for our kids. Seven zones designed for how neurodivergent kids actually move, regulate, and connect. Opening June 5th with a ribbon cutting and popsicles on the playground.

$60K
Goal
30
Days
June 5
Reveal
Leadership

Our Board

Friends of Illuminate Academy is governed by a dedicated board committed to our mission.

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Hilary Steve
Board President
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Laura Baggett
Treasurer
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Brian Long
Board Member Soon exiting