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For the first time I will be particiapting in this Walk as both a staff member and a mom! In January 2021, I took on the Director of Field Development role for the upper midwest at Autism Speaks, and I couldn't be more excited. Team Lego my Logo will continue, as this cause is incredibly important to our family. 

I am a proud spectrum mom! In 2013 my oldest son was diagnosed with Autism. Logan is 1 in 54 kids. Logan is a child with Autism, but Autism does NOT define my child. He's remarkably smart, kind, funny, incredibly sweet, silly and spirited. Logan has Aspergers. He was diagnosed at the age of 3 and it changed our world. The last 7 years have been full of therapies, IEP meetings, social skills groups, worry, stress and fear. They've also been filled with pride, accomplishment, growth, success, love, happiness and endless laughter. To say that Logan has come far in the last 7 years is an understatement. He's had an incredible team of therapists, teachers and family supporting him, from the start, and he's accomplished so much! He's learned to be more flexible, his social skills have grown incredibly and he's learned how to regulate his reactions and temperament when he's feeling overwhelmed. He has made me a stronger and more patient mom than I ever thought possible. I'm a proud spectrum mama! This fall we will gather with our family and Walk for autism awareness. We will "Light it up Blue" and hope you will support us by donating towards our goal. Please take a few minutes to learn a little bit more about Aspergers and Logan's journey! https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism/asperger-syndrome

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Fall 2021 Soldier Field TBD Mary Sorensen, Director, Field Development - Upper Midwest 708-716-7106 mary.sorensen@autismspeaks.org

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Registering as a Team Captain connects you to the largest fundraising event for autism in the world. The funds you raise will enhance lives today and create a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.

Team Captains recruit team members that can include family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, school and religious organizations and more! Regardless of who joins, it is the role of the Team Captain to help team members become successful fundraisers.

As a Team Captain you will receive the following materials to help you in your recruitment and fundraising journey:

  • A Digital Team Captain Guide with tools and tips to setting up your fundraising page, recruiting team members and fundraising ideas for you and your team
  • Digital Walk Materials including a Save the Date, Flyer and more to print out and mail or email to your potential team members and donors
  • Special Team Captain Email Updates and Webinars to help you and your team become successful fundraisers
  • Special Invitations to Team Captain Socials and Kickoff Events
  • A Personal Fundraising Coach to help answer any questions you have and provide you with ideas to recruit team members and fundraise
  • A 2020 Team Captain Pin to wear with pride on walk day!


We know you have what it takes to become a Team Captain for an Autism Speaks Walk! Thank you in advance for your generous support and, most of all, for honoring all those who spoke to your heart and inspired you to walk with us.

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Get connected to the largest fundraising event for autism in the world by joining a walk team today. The funds you and your team raise will enhance lives today and create a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.

By joining a team you will receive the following materials to help you in your fundraising journey:

  • Digital Walk Materials including a Save the Date, Flyer and more to print out and mail or email to your potential donors and supporters
  • Email Updates to help you become successful fundraisers
  • A Personal Fundraising Coach to help answer any questions you have and provide you with ideas to fundraise


We know you have what it takes to become a participant for an Autism Speaks Walk! Thank you in advance for your generous support and, most of all, for honoring all those who spoke to your heart and inspired you to walk with us.

Register Now!

We understand that sometimes you just want to walk your own way! Register for an Autism Speaks Walk and get connected to the largest fundraising event for autism in the world. The funds you raise will enhance lives today and create a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.

By registering you will receive the following materials to help you in your fundraising journey:

  • Digital Walk Materials including a Save the Date, Flyer and more to print out and mail or email to your potential donors and supporters
  • Email Updates to help you become successful fundraisers
  • A Personal Fundraising Coach to help answer any questions you have and provide you with ideas to fundraise


We know you have what it takes to become a participant for an Autism Speaks Walk! Thank you in advance for your generous support and, most of all, for honoring all those who spoke to your heart and inspired you to walk with us.

Register Now!