Hi John,

Join us at the start line on the Fourth of July! When you participate in this longstanding Autism Speaks 5K event, you'll be joining forces with champions for autism from coast to coast and sending a message to our nation’s capital about the importance of autism. 

Autism Speaks advocacy efforts have resulted in increased federal funding for autism research, leading to new discoveries and more informed care, increased housing and community services, access to educational and employment opportunities, healthcare improvements and financial relief.

Our advocates work unrelentingly to influence policy at the state and federal government levels to protect the rights of and services and supports for people with autism. It takes the support of people across the country — including runners like you — to fuel this work. Your miles make a big difference, and we can’t do it without you. Will you join the race?

We are grateful that you're part of the Autism Speaks community and we can’t wait to see you at the start line. Thank you for everything you have done and are doing to bring help and hope to the thousands of people whose lives are touched by autism every day.

See you at the start line, and thank you for your support!

Kisha James
Area Executive Director, National Capital Area