Carl the Collector is currently facing an immediate funding crisis due to severe federal budget cuts and public broadcasting shortages. We are explicitly calling on Netflix to step in as the ultimate co-funding partner to rescue the series using the exact same historic public-private partnership blueprint they used to save Sesame Street

For those who may not be familiar, Carl the Collector is a warm, beautifully animated series that follows Carl, a kind-hearted raccoon who loves gathering unique items like rocks, caps, and fake mustaches. What makes the show historic is that Carl is the first central character on public television explicitly portrayed as autistic, and the series gently explores his unique ways of thinking, sorting, and making sense of the world. Alongside his diverse group of friends in Fuzzytown—including both neurodivergent and neurotypical characters—Carl learns how to navigate deep emotions, communicate creatively, and appreciate the distinct traits that make everyone in his community special. It is a one-of-a-kind educational show that teaches children everywhere about empathy, inclusion, and true friendship.

This groundbreaking, neurodiversity-affirming show currently feels completely unfinished, leaving major character arcs and untold stories up in the air right as audiences are falling in love with Fuzzytown.

To unlock the show's full potential and secure its creative longevity, we demand a full 25-episode Season 2 order, a flagship one-hour holiday special, more dedicated episodes featuring supporting characters like Paolo who only just debuted, a milestone episode where Forrest explicitly reveals and explores his ADHD, and a strategic voice recast for the character of Nico to ensure long-term vocal consistency.

By signing this petition, you are proving to executives at Netflix and PBS Kids that this vital series has a passionate, fiercely loyal audience ready to watch day one—sign today and help us save the future of Fuzzytown!