Purpose drives everything we do
And the real difference is you
You aren't just a customer; you're the reason our mission works.
Your wash fuels careers for professionals with autism. You’re building confidence and proving that neurodiversity is a superpower. Together, we’re making waves.
Creating Jobs
Your wash turns unemployment into careers for 90+ professionals with autism
Launching Lifelong Success
You’ve helped launch over 250 careers
Building Confidence
When you visit, you help replace years of uncertainty with the unstoppable pride that comes from a job well done.
A Place Where Eveyone Belongs
You’re helping transform a reality where 94% of autistic teens face bullying into one where they are seen, respected, and celebrated as the leaders of our community.
The Ripple Effect in Action
Every wash you buy is a vote for a different kind of world—one where your support turns untapped potential into unstoppable pride.
CREATING JOBS
For years, the world missed out on Shemar's value.
After a mountain of "no," he finally found the perfect "yes" at Rising Tide Car Wash.
unemployment among adults with autism
in lost economic activity per year per person
launching lifelong success
See how Khai used the grit and resilience learned at Rising Tide to achieve a professional breakthrough in a new industry.
This isn’t just a success story—it’s the long-term ripple effect of your support in action.
more likely to have successful careers when employed as a teen
employees moving on to other jobs in the community
Building confidence
By mastering his social skills on the job, Carmello has traded uncertainty for pure pride.
He’s now self-funding his dream to become a special education teacher, proving that when we design for everyone, we all Shine Brighter.
more loneliness and isolation experienced than their typical peers
A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE BELONGS
From no experience to leading the team, witness how Eddie turned potential into power.
Watch the story of a leader who’s proving that when you design for everyone, everyone shines.
of teens with autism report significant bullying
Our story
Inspired by Andrew. Built for Everyone.
The vision for Rising Tide Car Wash was inspired by Founder John D'Eri watching his son Andrew struggle to find his place in the world.
As most families affected by autism often lose sleep over, John spent countless hours thinking about what Andrew would do when he was no longer there to support him. As Andrew grew up John started to see that although he was becoming a very capable young man, but there were virtually no opportunities for him after he aged out of the school system.
Then in 2011, when Andrew was 21, John came up with the novel idea of buying a car wash to employ Andrew and others like him.
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Members served
Careers launched
Why our
members love it
Our members love being part of the ripple effect that is changing lives and transforming our community, one wash at a time.
Every employee they have here is exceptional. Not only do they make sure my car is squeaky clean but they are also all so kind. I know it’s just a car wash but they truly have my business forever. Thank you Rising Tide!!
Savannah A.
Rising Tide Customer
What a great business. Terrific car wash, customer experience and cause. I’ll drive from Fort Lauderdale to get my car washed at Rising Tide. Highly recommend
Nick C.
Rising Tide Customer
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