Autism Cares Foundation's Race For Resources is Nov. 12

Autism Cares Foundation will hold its second annual Race for Resources on Saturday, Nov. 12 at .  The event features a 10K and 5K run as well as a two-mile walk. The day will also feature a free Autism Expo with more than 50 local organizations on hand with information about autism-related resources 

The Race for Resources will take place at the parking area of the Tyler Park Center for the Arts off Richboro Road. It will be held rain or shine.

“If you attended last year’s event, you know what to expect: a first-class race for the serious runner, beautiful courses in Tyler State Park for the nature lover, valuable autism resources in the expo tent and fun for the entire family,” said Race Director Mike Grant.

Organizers said teams of runners have been hard at work raising money and getting sponsors. Proceeds from the Race for Resources will help Autism Cares Foundation get closer to creating an Autism Resource Center.

Last year, Autism Cares Foundation raised just under $100,000 through the Race for Resources. “This year we hope to raise even more,” said Linda Kuepper, co-founder and CEO of the Foundation.

“We are eager to move forward with the creation of an Autism Resources Center in Bucks County so Autism Cares Foundation finally has a permanent home for all of our events, which are always offered free of charge to children with autism and their families. The Autism Resources Center will also allow us to start focusing on the over-21 population with autism,” Kuepper said. 

Registration for the race begins at 7:30 a.m. and the Autism Expo will take place from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. The 10K race kicks off at 9 a.m., followed in five-minute increments by the 5K and the walk. Prizes will be awarded to the three top male and female winners of the 10K and 5K races.

“There will be food and drinks as well as activities for the kids, including a moon bounce, face painting, balloons and music. So come out to run, walk, talk and have a great time,” Grant said.

Click here for more information or to register as a team leader, runner, sponsor or volunteer.

The Autism Cares Foundation is a Richboro-based organization that was founded in 2007. Today, the non-profit organization provides children, young adults and families with free opportunities for life-skills development and social interaction on a regular basis. For more information, visit www.autismcaresfoundation.org.