1. Visit www.RaceforAutism.org and Click on the REGISTER button
2. Enter your info and email. Create a password you’ll remember.
3. Next, choose if you want to CREATE a team, JOIN a Team or if you want to participate as a SOLO Superhero. To join a team; type in the team name in the search bar and select it from the menu, or you can stay ‘solo’ if you leave the box empty. To create a team; type the name of the team you want to create in the search bar, and then click ‘Create’ on the right.
4. The 2025 Race for Autism SUPERHERO 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run is on Saturday, April 12th. Choose from a 5K Run, 5K Walk, 1 Mile Walk or virtual event. Invite your friends and family to join you in the fun!
5. Once done, click on ‘Complete Registration blue button, the page will refresh and you will be on personal page.
You will be able to customize your personal page and send out emails to team members. You can start fundraising by donating to your own goal!
1. Click 'Register' in the middle of the page, enter your email address and the system should detect as a past registrant from previous year, and promote you to enter your password. (if you forgot your password click on 'Forgot Password' right below the 'Register' button and follow instructions), once logged in you will be promoted to 'Register' for this years campaign.
2. On the following page it should populate your past information.
3. Choose if you want to CREATE a team, JOIN a Team or if you want to participate as a SOLO Superhero. To join a team; type in the team name in the search bar and select it from the menu, or you can stay ‘solo’ if you leave the box empty. To create a team; type the name of the team you want to create in the search bar, and then click ‘Create’ on the right.
4. The event this year is the 2025 Race for Autism SUPERHERO 5K and One Mile Family Walk. Choose to participant in the 5K Run, 5K Walk, 1 Mile Walk or virtual event.Then, ask your friends and family to join you to increase the fun!
5. Once done, click on ‘Complete Registration blue button, the page will refresh and you will be on personal page.
You will be able to customize your personal page and send out emails to team members. You can start fundraising by donating to your own goal!
When Creating or Joining a Family Team: 1) Complete Step 1 by filling out your registration information 2) Step 2: Select "Join a Team" or "Create a Team", and pick the team name. 3) Step 3, fill in your race specific information, and select the “Add Family Member” button For participants without emails, please set Fundraising Tools to “OFF” 4) Finish the registration process for yourself, and you will be logged in to your personal fundraising page.
Without Creating or Joining a Team: 1) Register yourself first by picking the Solo option, 2) From your Personal page, select "Add Family Member" from the right hand menu. 3) Complete the information requested for each person and 4) Complete the check out process.
REGISTRATION FEES:
ADULTS ( 18+ yrs old) Before Dec 31 $30.00 Jan 1- 31 $35.00 Feb 1-28 $40.00 Mar 1-31 $45.00 Race Day $50.00
Additional costs for 2xl and 3xl T-shirts, and timing fees.
Can't make it to our on-site event? Join us from anywhere with our Race from Home option! "Race from Home" is the virtual option and we'll mail you a Race T-shirt, bib and medal. You must have a US address. No international mailing.
Race registration is transferable but not refundable.
When you register you are making a tax deductible donation to the National Foundation for Autism Research to help improve the futures for autistic individuals. (83% of the registration fee is tax deductible.) THANKS to the support of people like you, NFAR has already supported over 1,000 autism initiatives and invested over 2.3 MILLION dollars in autism programs and initiatives.
Transfers of entry to another individual is allowed until March 15, 2025.
DONATION FAQs
Race for Autism is produced by the National Foundation for Autism Research (NFAR). All monetary donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
NFAR's Tax ID Number (EIN) is 20-0538863
Yes! You can make a donation to an individual fundraiser, or a general team donation. You can do this online, or by mail.
To Make an Online Donation, click on the DONATION BUTTON, You will choose to make a donation to FUNDRAISER, TEAM or GENERAL. If you choose an individual or Team, start typing the name and the options will display as you type. Complete the online donation.
When making a donation online, you have the option of entering a short message to appear on the Fundraiser's HONOR ROLL . This could be something like "In Support of XX", etc.
Click on the home page and begin typing the first or last name in the Search Bar. Your options will display as you type.
Donations that are received by mail will receive a receipt for tax purposes. Please make sure to include a valid email or physical address.
FUNDRAISING FAQs
A personal URL is a shortened link to your team or personal page that you can send to friends and family in emails.
A personal URL will look like this https://www.raceforautism.org/ben.
The Race for Autism is hosted by the National Foundation for Autism Research (NFAR).
A Tax ID number identifies National Foundation for Autism Research (NFAR) as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Many donors will request this number to validate their donation as tax-deductible. NFAR's Tax ID number is 20-0538863.
You can't enter a check online. What you can do is enter a check as a pledge. This can be done in the fundraising section of your headquarters page. The status of the check will be pending until the check is received by NFAR and credited to your fundraising campaign.
For cash donations, please deposit the cash and send NFAR a personal check.
If someone makes the check out to you, you can endorse the back and send the check to NFAR.
For mail in donations, please include a donation form and mail to:
Log in with your email and password to visit your headquarters page. Select "My Fundraising Report" on the left side. You will then find a list of all of your donors as well as a list of all donors to your team .
To easily send thank-you emails to donors, follow these steps:
Log in to your fundraiser dashboard by clicking the "My HQ" link in the top right
Click "My Fundraising Report" in the left sidebar
Locate the donor/donation you'd like to thank, and click "Send Email" (If the donor didn't submit their email address, this option is unavailable.)
Type the message in the pop-up window, and click "Send Email"
As your donors make a contribution, they have the option of whether or not they want to appear in the Honor Roll.
TEAM FAQs
The Race is more enjoyable when we team up! Invite friends, family and co-workers to join you.
Have fun with it! Create a fun team name and invite others to "get active" with you for a good cause. And don't forget loved ones that live in different areas. We offer a virtual option that allows everyone to be a SUPERHERO for autism!
Create the largest team and you will win a fabulous prize! See fundraising prizes.
The Team Discount Package is a discounted registration rate for teams of 10 persons or more. It is the lowest registration fee available, and a great way to create a company, family, or school team.
The Justice League Package is for: - Groups of 10 persons or more - Flat rate that includes timing fees and larger shirt sizes. - Fees are as follows: https://www.raceforautism.org/Static/Team-Info-and-Materials
Upon receipt of payment (Registration is paid upfront in lump sum), your group will be set up with a special code for team members to register.
Already Have a Team Discount Package? You can add members to your team in groups of 5 persons or more at whatever the current team discount rate is at that time.
For questions, or to purchase a Team Discount Package, please contact NFAR at 858-679-8800.
When registering, select "Create a Team". You will be asked to create a "Team Name". Have fun with it! Choose a name that is special to you. Then invite friends, family and those you work with to join you to get active for a great cause!
WAYS TEAMS CAN WORK TOGETHER:
1. Each team member can choose to run/walk the same distance together and cheer each other on as team members.
2. Team members can each pick their own event - 5K run, 5K Walk, 1 Mile Walk or virtual event and support each other as they complete their goals!
ABOUT AUTISM
In 2023, the CDC announced that Autism now affects 1 in every 36 children in the US. That's up from 1-in-44 children just 2 years prior.
Autism affects the way a child communicates and socializes with others. A young child with autism may babble or know certain words, but not understand how to use gestures (such as pointing, waving bye bye) or language as a means of interacting with others. Additionally, children with autism often have repetitive and restricted behaviors and interests, as well as sensitivities to touch, taste, sounds, smells and visual stimuli. Together, these characteristics can make everyday activities more stressful.
Research shows that autism affects the way the brain develops early in life and the way a baby begins to collect and process information. The earlier a child begins treatment, the better the chances of influencing how they learn. That’s why it’s so important for families to understand the signs that put a young child “at-risk” for autism and to seek resources that will support that child's learning style.
What we do know is that autistic individuals grow up and need opportunities to follow their areas of strengths, hopes and dreams. Together, we can to help build a more inclusive, equitable society for all.
Early Warning Signs for Autism Include:
-Seems uninterested or fails to engage during playful interactive games (e.g., peek-a-boo) -Fails to point at things or notice things in his/her environment (e.g., a bird in the sky) -Seldom responds when his/her name is called -Makes poor eye contact -Babbles or talks with an unusual tone of voice -Shows distress in new situations -Exhibits strong sensitivities to touch, sights, or sounds -Displays unusual hand or body movements -Does not smile when smiled at. -Loses words or social skills at any age
A Child may also:
-Spend a lot of time lining things up or putting things in a certain order -Gets "stuck" on doing the same things over and over - i.e., spins objects -Walks on his/ her toes
If your child is exhibiting any of these signs, please contact your pediatrician or refer to the resources below for an immediate evaluation.
