This Autism Acceptance Month, we’re thrilled to launch our first-ever collaboration with PATH Water: a limited-edition reusable bottle designed by Exceptional Minds student artist Benny Lloyd.

Benny, a third-year student in our Full-Time program, created the design with their special interest in bugs in mind. When designing an Autism Acceptance Month product, Benny had bugs in mind because they are often misunderstood, just like many people on the autism spectrum. Benny’s artwork invites all of us to look a little closer, with curiosity and compassion.

Every purchase of this special-edition bottle is a step toward greater understanding and a direct investment in the future of autistic artists. A percentage of proceeds from each sale supports Exceptional Minds, a nonprofit academy and studio that prepares neurodiverse creatives for careers in animation, visual effects, and digital arts.

The collaboration goes beyond the bottle. Our professional animation studio—staffed by Exceptional Minds graduates—also partnered with PATH to create visuals for the campaign launch video. It’s a full-circle celebration of creativity, inclusion, and meaningful work.

We’re deeply grateful to PATH Water for not only spotlighting one of our student artists, but also for championing neurodiverse talent across the board. Their commitment to collaboration and inclusion has made this partnership a powerful statement about what’s possible when companies invest in creativity and community.

You can find the bottle through the month of April at drinkpath.com, Rite Aid stores nationwide, and select retailers across the country.

If you’d like to make an even bigger impact, consider making a donation to Exceptional Minds this month. Your support helps empower young autistic artists to share their talents with the world—one frame, one design, and one story at a time.

Thank you for celebrating Autism Acceptance Month with us—and for believing in the power of creativity, understanding, and inclusion.