If you are looking for a more challenging and scenic race course, don’t miss this bucket-list race in 2024. The Big Sur International Marathon is a point-to-point course run on scenic California Highway 1 from Big Sur to Carmel. The route features towering redwoods, crashing waves, coastal mountains, and verdant pastures. The centerpiece of the…
In 2003, OAR was the first national autism organization to introduce a charity running program, which began with a partnership with the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). Since then, over 12,000 athletes have participated in the RUN FOR AUTISM, raising more than $11 million for autism research. OAR hopes you will help us to mark this…
The fifth annual Active for Autism 5K & Kids Dash was another huge success, raising over $50,000 for OAR’s Changing Lives Fund. This year, 389 virtual and in-person participants, representing three countries and 28 states plus Washington D.C., dedicated their miles to autism research. OAR is grateful to all the participants, fundraisers, donors, and sponsors who helped to make this event an outstanding success! Check…
What better way to celebrate the RUN FOR AUTISM’s 20th birthday than by joining the RUN team at the Marine Corps Marathon? The marathon is annually ranked “Best Marathon in the Mid-Atlantic,” “Best for Families,” and “Best for Beginners.” All runners will receive a 20th anniversary OAR finisher medal to celebrate our long partnership with…
While Autism Acceptance Month has now come and gone, we know many of you wish to remain active, do more for the cause, or start something new. Here are some ways to do just that. Volunteer your time Are you a parent, educator, or autistic individual who: Wants to share your unique advice or story…
At OAR, we support local communities with valuable resources, assist autistic individuals preparing for employment, and raise funds to support autism research studies. Below are some ways you can join our mission and help make a difference. Goal 1: Support the autism community with information resources for autistics, families, educators, and professionals. OAR’s Life Journey…
As we celebrate the beginning of a new year, OAR is also looking ahead to the ambitious goals it has set for 2023, including goals for Autism Acceptance Month. Join us to promote autism awareness and acceptance across the autism community. Goal 1: Support the autism community with information resources (autistics, families, educators, professionals). OAR’s…
Join OAR to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with The RUN FOR AUTISM’s fifth annual Active for Autism 5K & Kids Dash. The in-person 5K & Kids Dash event will take place in Alexandria, Va., on Sunday, April 16, beginning at 8:00 a.m. The family-friendly event will feature a safe, flat, and fast out-and-back course, kids dash,…
Starting a new year is a great time to tackle new challenges and begin new habits. The RUN FOR AUTISM is here to help in the new year and all year long. Looking for a spring race? Or maybe a race with warmer weather? Have you thought about trying a marathon or triathlon? Check out…
OAR’S RUN FOR AUTISM program returned to a full schedule in 2022 and enjoyed a record-breaking bounce-back from the pandemic years. Our team of 840 runners and triathletes joined forces to raise more than $900,000, setting a new OAR fundraising record in the process. The previous high was $803,232 in 2018. Since January, the RUN FOR…
