Jomaira's Story

Jomaira Ortiz

Jomaira and her husband, Andrew, founded Rooted Hearts, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving families and caregivers of children living with autism. The Ortiz family connected with licensed occupational therapists and developed The Rooted Hearts Autism Toolbox Project - a curated gift box filled with toys and gadgets, along with simple ways to use the items to promote:

• ​​language development

• fine and gross motor skills

• tips for healthy sensory integration

​​Through Rooted Hearts, families of newly diagnosed children on the autism spectrum, and/or families who have experienced a disruption to services, are eligible to receive an Autism Toolbox at NO COST to them, regardless of their household income.

​In addition to The Rooted Hearts Autism Toolbox Project, Rooted Hearts Ministries offers opportunities for families to connect through community events and educational opportunities.

The organization is open to partnering with schools, faith-based organizations, physicians, and other service providers to assist families journeying through an autism diagnosis.

Learn more here: About Us | Rooted Hearts (rootedheartsministries.org)