Autism Speaks Safety Fair in Hampton Roads Will Feature First Responders and Free Safety Resources

First responders from across Hampton Roads are partnering with Autism Speaks to hold a Safety Fair on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Parking Lot D of Harbor Park in Norfolk, VA. For more information, visit: Act.AutismSpeaks.org/HamptonRoadsSafetyFair - March 20, 2019

Autism Speaks and the SunTrust Foundation to Host a Free Special Needs Financial Planning Town Hall January 12 in Virginia Beach, VA

A comprehensive and collaborative town hall to help individuals and families plan for the financial well-being of children and adults with special needs. To learn more, visit: http://act.autismspeaks.org/vafinancial2019. - January 06, 2019

The First Virginia Beach Autism Speaks Walk Will Raise Funds for the Autism Community

The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks will hold its 2018 Virginia Beach Autism Speaks Walk event on Sunday, November 4th at 24th Street Park. For more information, visit AutismSpeaksWalk.org. - October 20, 2018

10th Anniversary Richmond Autism Speaks Walk Will Raise Funds for the Autism Community

The 10th Anniversary Richmond Autism Speaks Walk will raise funds for the autism community on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Innsbrook Pavilion. For more information and to register, visit: AutismSpeaksWalk.org. - September 20, 2018

Autism Speaks to Raise Funds for Autism Community with July 4th 5K Race in Potomac

The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks will hold the 18th Annual Autism Speaks 5K on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 in Potomac, MD. For more information, visit: www.AutismSpeaks5K.org. - April 04, 2018

The Autism Speaks 5K Will Take Place this July 4th in Potomac, MD to Raise Funds for Autism Research, Services and Advocacy for the 15th Consecutive Year

The 15th Anniversary Autism Speaks 5K will take place this July 4th. For more information, visit AutismSpeaks5K.org. - April 02, 2015

Autism Speaks to Host Corporate Breakfast in Virginia Beach at the Williams Mullen Town Center Office for Hampton Roads Business Leaders on May 6, 2015

Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, will hold a Corporate Breakfast in Virginia Beach, VA on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at Williams Mullen's Town Center Office for business leaders throughout Hampton Roads. Email Christina.Markish@AutismSpeaks.org for more information. - March 26, 2015

First Autism Speaks National Capital Area Corporate Breakfast in Richmond to be Held at McGuireWoods February 12, 2015

The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, will hold the first area Autism Speaks Corporate Breakfast in Richmond, VA on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at McGuireWoods. - January 09, 2015

10th Anniversary Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research and Services Saturday, October 25th at M&T Bank Stadium

For more information on the 10th Anniversary Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks taking place this Saturday, October 25th at M&T Bank Stadium's Parking Lot C, please visit: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/baltimore. - October 22, 2014

6th Annual Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on Sept. 27th at Richmond International Raceway

The Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks will be September 27, 2014 at the Richmond International Raceway. More information on this year's Walk is available at: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/richmond. - August 16, 2014

Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks Kickoff Set – August 7, 2014

The kickoff event for 2014 Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks will take place on Thursday, August 7, 2014. The kickoff is a free informative meeting for those interested in learning about Autism Speaks and participating in its signature fundraising event, Walk Now for Autism Speaks. - August 02, 2014

14th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on July 4th in Potomac, MD

The National Capital Area Chapter of Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, will hold the 14th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Run/1-Mile Walk fundraising and awareness event for families and individuals affected by autism, along with their families, friends and other supporters. Learn more at: www.autismspeaks5k.org. - June 11, 2014

9th Annual Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research and Services on October 26, 2013 at M&T Bank Stadium

For more information on the Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks, please visit: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/baltimore - October 12, 2013

Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research and Services on September 28th at the Richmond International Raceway

The 5th Annual Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on September 28, 2013 at the Richmond International Raceway’s Inner Track. For more information, visit: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/richmond - August 25, 2013

Autism Speaks to Young Professionals (AS2YP) – Washington, DC Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 25th at the House of Sweden

Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, announced that the Autism Speaks to Young Professionals (AS2YP) - DC inaugural cocktail reception, “Illuminate DC,” will take place on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at The House of Sweden in Washington, DC. - February 23, 2013

Liberty University Students to Host Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 13, 2013

Liberty University students will host an Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to raise awareness and funds for Autism Speaks, North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. The event will take place on April 13, 2013 at 9:00 am at the Aid Station, 1035 Avalon Dr., Forest, VA from 9:00... - February 17, 2013

Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism, Advocacy and Research on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the Richmond International Raceway

Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, announced that the 4th annual Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place next month on September 29, 2012 at The Richmond International Raceway. All event proceeds will... - August 25, 2012

National Capital Area Businesses Participate in Promotions Throughout April in Honor of Autism Awareness Month

Dozens of area businesses have joined with Autism Speaks to raise funds for research in honor of Autism Awareness Month. Many of the businesses are extending a discount to patrons who make a donation to Autism Speaks while others are offering puzzle-piece shaped cards to display for each... - April 09, 2012

Fear the Turtle Autism Speaks U 5K Race at the University of Maryland Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Speaks on April 14th, 2012 in College Park, MD

Autism Speaks National Capital Area, the local chapter of North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the 4th annual University of Maryland’s Fear the Turtle Autism Speaks U 5K fundraising and awareness event will take place on April 14, 2012... - January 13, 2012

National Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will be Held October 22, 2011 on the National Mall

The annual National Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at The National Mall. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work both locally and nationally. Please join the Walk at www.nationalautismwalk.org. - October 22, 2011

NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell Named Honorary Chair of the National Walk Now for Autism Speaks on the National Mall on October 22nd

The Autism Speaks National Capital Area Chapter is pleased to announce that Andrea Mitchell, NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent, will serve as the Honorary Chair of the 2011 National Walk Now for Autism Speaks to be held Saturday, October 22, 2011 on the National Mall. “I’m... - June 10, 2011

Announcing Project Touch: Free Apple iTouch to Needy Virginia Children with Autism

Autism Speaks is proud to team with a local teenager to bring the following innovative program to help needy children with autism receive a free iPod Touch, while supplies last. - February 02, 2011

Fear the Turtle, Find a Cure Autism Speaks U 5K Run/3K Walk Presented by Sigma Phi Epsilon April 16, 2011 at the Comcast Center Parking Lot, College Park, MD

Autism Speaks, North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the 3rd annual University of Maryland’s Fear the Turtle, Find a Cure Autism Speaks U 5K fundraising and awareness event will take place on April 16, 2011 at The Comcast Center Parking... - January 18, 2011

Hank Rocks, a Blues Benefit for Autism Speaks at Theatre Project

A Musical Extravaganza with Roxi Starr as MC Blues jam with local artists, cabaret by Roxi Starr, Special Guests, 50/50 Raffle, live auction and much more. Beer, wine, dinner, and cupcakes by Flavor Cupcakery will be served. All proceeds will benefit Team Hank Rocks and their 2011 participation in the Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks. - December 25, 2010

2010 National Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will be Held November 6th on the National Mall

Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, will host the 10th annual National Walk Now for Autism Speaks on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at The National Mall. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks’ work to increase awareness about the growing autism... - September 11, 2010

Tenth Annual Autism Speaks 5K Takes Place July 4, 2010 in Potomac, MD

Autism Speaks National Capital Area, the DC chapter of the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced that it has released for general registration the remaining slots in the Tenth Annual Autism Speaks 5K. All event proceeds will benefit Autism Speaks. “We are proud... - June 13, 2010

Autism Prevalence Now Reported as 1 in 91 Children; More Research Needed

Research published in Monday’s issue of the journal Pediatrics indicates that the prevalence of autism is one in every 91 children. This is more than has been previously reported by the Centers for Disease Control and independent research. “Autism is a dramatically growing problem for our country,” stated Ann Gibbons, executive director of the Autism Speaks chapter. “We need answers. With numbers like these, autism must become everyone’s cause." - October 09, 2009

Balance Gym Supports DC’s Bike to the Beach Century Ride for Autism Research

Balance Gym has signed on as official gym sponsor of Bike to the Beach (B2B), an annual 100-mile (century) bike ride and fundraiser for Autism Speaks. Founded by three local high school students, B2B has raised over $150,000 for autism research, advocacy and awareness. - June 18, 2009

Ernie Els' Wife Lisa to Run in July 4th Autism Speaks Potomac 5K

Autism Speaks National Capital Area, the DC chapter of the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced that Liezl Els, wife of PGA golfer Ernie Els, will run in this year’s Ninth Annual Autism Speaks July 4th Potomac 5K. All event proceeds will benefit Autism Speaks. What: Ninth Annual Autism Speaks July 4th Potomac 5K. When: Saturday July 4, 2009. Where: Potomac, MD. 8:05 am Race start. - June 17, 2009

Autism Speaks Announces National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism Will be Held on October 31, 2009 on the National Mall

Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the date for the National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks who’s mission is to increase awareness about the growing autism epidemic, raise funds for research,... - April 02, 2009

Seventh Annual Bethesda Triathlon Benefits Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks Announces Seventh Bethesda Triathlon The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the opening of registration for the 7th Bethesda Triathlon to benefit Autism Speaks. Event Chair Peter Beveridge will be... - January 28, 2009

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