Step Into Autism
About this race
Every day, thousands of individuals and families across Northeast Ohio are navigating Autism. They are seeking connection. Understanding. Support. And too often, they are doing it alone.
Autism affects 1 in 31 children and over 5 million adults in the United States. This is not someone else’s story. It is happening in our neighborhoods, our schools, and our workplaces.
This is where you step in.
The 16th Annual Step Into Autism Fundraiser, Walk & Resource Fair brings our community together to turn awareness into action and connection into lasting impact.
Because when a parent finds the right resource, we build belonging.
When a child experiences connection, we build belonging.
When an adult finds meaningful work or community, we build belonging.
When a community chooses inclusion, we build belonging.
Every dollar raised stays local, supporting programs, advocacy, and resources that empower individuals with Autism to live fully.
You can make that impact happen.
Start a team.
Join a team.
Give what you can.
Walk at your own pace. Celebrate every step. Connect, learn, and experience the power of a community that shows up for one another.
This is more than a walk. This is belonging in motion.
Step into Autism. Step into impact.
The Step Into Autism brings an exciting 2.5K to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on April 24, 2021. Don't miss this beautiful event!
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Run, Walk, Cycle
Join our 54-day endurance Challenge with our Run/Walk/Cycle option! This virtual race allows you to set your own personal distance goal to complete over the 54 days of the Challenge. Your goal is your own! You can track your progress on your results page and earn virtual badges to mark your milestones. Log your running, walking, and cycling mileage April 24th -- June 17th, and see if you can reach your goal! Mileage outside or on equipment counts. Registration includes a 54-Day Challenge t-shirt and 1.54 magnet. (coming soon!) NEW THIS YEAR: Race Teams allow you and your team members to keep track of your team's miles, while your Individual Fundraising page and Fundraising Teams allow you to keep track of your personal and team's fundraising! You'll be prompted during registration to create or join a Race Team and create or join a Fundraising Team. Sign up for both to get the most out of the Challenge. Be sure to choose the same Race Team for your entire registration group! NEW: REGISTRATION FEE Participants (5 yrs and up) pay a registration fee and receive a 54-Day Challenge T-Shirt and 1.54 Magnet. • March 29 - June 5: $25 Regular Registration • June 5 - 17: $35 Late Registration Kids 5 - 17: $15 (Reflected at checkout) Self-Advocates and College Students 18+: $20 (You will be prompted during registration. ) IN PERSON EVENT: On Saturday, June 19th, meet us IN-PERSON, for our traditional Resource Fair and Family Fun Day at Lock 3 Park in Downtown Akron. Awards and prizes will also be given out. (CDC and local regulations followed). The resource fair is FREE and open to the public. You DO NOT have to be a Challenge participant to attend. Find local resources to support your autism journey, join in fun games, activities, and entertainment, and help us celebrate Challenge-winning individuals and teams. (More info coming soon!)
About Cuyahoga Falls
Step Into Autism takes place in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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