This year, we're getting creative and giving you several exciting ways to come together (in person or in spirit!), and celebrate your commitment to raising vital funds for people with autism, which makes a real difference today and every day.
Autism Speaks Walk events will be tailored to fit local needs in each community, but our goal remains the same: to come together to raise funds for people with autism and their families. Any way that works for you is the right way to participate — whether that's on wheels, on foot or online!
Event dates vary by location. Find the date of your local event by searching below!
Connect With Your Community at a Walk Near You
Join together with others in your area to support the needs of the autism community. Register for an Autism Speaks Walk today!
Voices of Autism Speaks Walk
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We Walk because...
we know the funds raised help improve the lives of individuals with autism, not only for my daughter - but for everyone.
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- Stanley & BNY Mellon Pershing Walk Team -
I Walk for ...
all the possibilities and answers that research can unlock.
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- Melissa, Wisconsin -
We Walk because ...
of Jake … and to raise funds in support of all the other amazing children like him.
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- Jake-Man Team, Florida -
I Walk for...
our son, Hudson and to raise funds because research, advocacy, services, and acceptance are key in the lives of families with autism.
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- Lisa, Florida -
I Walk for...
my son Sawyer and to raise awareness, give support and provide encouragement and funding to help all the millions of amazing children and their families.
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- Jan, North Carolina -
We Walk...
and fundraise so that other families who have loved ones on the spectrum will have the courage to seek early diagnosis and to ensure their loved one a bright future that is filled with abundant progress.
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- Janet, Georgia -
I Walk to...
raise money for training and awareness in hopes of making the world a more understanding place for my boys, AJ and Asher.
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- Megan, Wisconsin -
I Walk for...
my son Nick, and to raise funds to help all of the "superheroes" fighting the autism battle.
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- Scott, Florida -
I Walk for...
my twin autistic sons, Oliver & Xavier and raise funds to help them have the best future possible.
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- Jason, Florida
Video Highlights
Why We Walk
What Drives Us

Today 1 in 54 children in the US is diagnosed with autism.*
What Makes Us Unique

Autism Speaks' efforts fuel innovative research and critical lifelong supports and services.
How We Help

Autism Speaks has funded nearly $150M, primarily in scientific grants, resulting in an additional $396M of publicly-sourced autism-related funding.
*Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) prevalence estimates are for 4 years prior to the report date (e.g. 2016 figures are from 2012)
Support Your Family and Friends as They Raise Money for Autism Speaks Walk