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The heart of Puzzle Peace

Born From Love. Built for Understanding.

She Is More Than a Diagnosis.

She's a daughter. A smile that lights up a room. A personality all her own. A child with dreams, feelings, strengths, and a story still being written.

Autism is part of her story, but it does not define everything she is.

And just like her, every autistic child deserves to be seen for the whole person they are.

Our daughter making a heart shape with her hands
Michael and Tamara, founders of Puzzle Peace Community, smiling together

One Little Girl. Two Loving Parents. A Mission That Reaches Beyond Their Family.

In 2021, Michael and Tamara Burress founded Puzzle Peace Community, inspired by their daughter and their family's experience with autism.

Their journey inspired a simple but powerful mission: to help create a world where autistic children are understood, families feel supported, and differences are met with compassion rather than judgment.

What began with love for one little girl became a vision for a community that could reach families around the world.

Because no parent should feel alone in seeking understanding for their child. And no child should have to change who they are to deserve acceptance.

Our Mission

To promote autism awareness, acceptance, and understanding while connecting families with educational information, encouragement, and supportive community resources.

Our Vision

A world where autistic individuals are understood, respected, included, and empowered to thrive as themselves.

Our Values

  • Acceptance
  • Compassion
  • Education
  • Inclusion
  • Respect
  • Family
  • Community

Meet our founder

Tamara Burruss, founder of Puzzle Peace Community

Tamara Burruss

Founder

A personal statement from Tamara will be shared here soon.

Our Journey Since 2021

  1. 2021

    Puzzle Peace Community is founded by Tamara Burruss and Michael Burress.

  2. More to come

    Future milestones will be added here as our community grows.