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xMinds Logo - xMinds in teal and dark blue where the X looks like a person with an orange head; followed by the words Partnership for Extraordinary MindsImproving education for autistic students in Montgomery County, MD

Strategic Plan 2025-2028

Mission

To improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students on the autism spectrum in Montgomery County, MD and beyond, by connecting families, educators, and students to our supportive community and resources.

Vision Statement

A world in which autistic students have the opportunity to thrive at school and are equipped to live fulfilling lives when they transition to adulthood.

Strategic Priorities

1. Diversify and increase funding sources.

2. Build organizational capacity of xMinds through Board development.

3. Build organizational capacity of xMinds by mobilizing a trained volunteer base.

Strategic Goals

Priority #1

- Increase Board-related contributions

- Broaden funding sources to institutions: foundation, corporate, government

- Expand individual donor base


Priority #2

- Board training and alignment

- Establish Board committees

- Board member recruitment and onboarding


Priority #3

- Create and pilot structured volunteer management processes

* onboarding and training

* shepherding

* accountability

- Implement effective processes

Outcomes

Priority #1

- Sustainable ED role

- Hire more staff

- Donor relationship management

- Continue providing free core programming

Priority #2

- Governance and oversight

- Stronger Board culture

- Succession planning

- Board composition

Priority #3

- Continuity in programming

- Outstanding volunteer experience

- Better volunteer retention

- Stronger sense of community and connections

Impact of Fully Implemented Strategic Plan

- Outreach to more students, families, educators, providers

- Flexibility to adapt programming to changing needs while maintaining quality and reputation

- Capacity for relationships with new strategic partners 

    Adopted August 26, 2025

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