FARMINGDALE, NY — John’s Crazy Socks, a Farmingdale company dedicated to spreading happiness and celebrating the abilities of people with differing abilities, announced that applications are open for its 2025 Autism Can Do Scholarship.
Now in its seventh year, the scholarship recognizes and supports the talents of people on the autism spectrum. Applications are due by March 15.
As in years past, the Autism Can Do Scholarship is co-sponsored by Rangam, an inclusive staffing company committed to promoting sustainable employment for neurodiverse talent, and the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, which works to help people and families affected by autism live life to the fullest.
The awards are:
“This scholarship is a beautiful way to shine a light on the abilities of people with autism,” said John Cronin, co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks and a young man with Down syndrome. “We’re thrilled to support these students and celebrate their creativity.”
The Autism Can Do Scholarship is open to U.S. residents on the autism spectrum. Applicants are asked to submit:
“We are a sock company, so it’s only fitting that we ask for a sock design,” Mark X. Cronin, John’s father and co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks, said. “You don’t need to be a professional artist — what we care about is your creativity and inspiration.”
The application is available on the John’s Crazy Socks website. Winners will be announced in April, and the first-place winner’s sock design will join the company’s collection, symbolizing creativity and empowerment.
Nick Savarese, executive director of the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, said the foundation knows what people with autism can achieve, and that it is “proud to support this program to help them reach their fullest potential.”
Nish Parikh, CEO and co-founder of Rangam, said Rangam as a company believes in creating opportunities that celebrate and empower neurodiverse talent.
“The Autism Can Do Scholarship is an important initiative that aligns with our mission to promote employment for everyone,” Parikh said.
The Autism Can Do Scholarship is part of John’s Crazy Socks’ Giving Back Program, which has donated more than $800K for its charity partners, including the Special Olympics, the Autism Society of America, and the National Down Syndrome Society. The scholarship exemplifies the company’s commitment to showcasing the talents of people with differing abilities — many of whom are part of their team.
“This scholarship is made possible by our amazing customers,” Mark Cronin said. “Every purchase helps support programs like this one. Together, we’re creating opportunities and spreading happiness.”
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