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April 11-12, 2025 | Houston, TX

Empowerment Starts Here

Day One at JW Marriott | Day Two at Houston Sports Park

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A Transformative Movement for the Autism Community

By joining the Empower Summit & Challenge, YOU become part of a powerful movement driving real change for individuals with autism. Whether you’re attending the Empower Summit conference or participating in the Empower Challenge, which includes our signature Walk, YOU get to choose how you want to make an impact.

Explore this page for all the key details — from the latest schedule updates to exciting new sessions, and information on our routes. You’ll also learn how your involvement helps raise critical funds, ensuring vital programs and services remain accessible to the autism community and create a lasting, positive impact.

Join Us to Learn and Grow

  • Day One | April 11
  • Day Two | April 12

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Progress in Motion

Every day, countless individuals and families navigate the unique challenges and triumphs that come with autism. Each story is different, but all share a common thread of strength, potential, and the need for understanding, services, and support.

Autism Speaks is leading the way in providing critical resources, advocacy, and research to improve the lives of those with autism through programs like the Autism Response Team, which provides connection to essential services for thousands of individuals seeking information. The funds we raise together will fuel vital programs like this and many others, while helping to expand access to personalized support and innovative solutions that will make a real difference.

Your participation in the Empower Summit & Challenge means we can continue to stand alongside those living with autism and their families. Together, we can drive change and create a more inclusive world.

2025 Empower Summit & Challenge Progress

1,381Participants
150Teams
$169,223Total Fundraising
Raised $169,223
Goal $602,000

Empower Your Fundraising Journey!

Take your fundraising to the next level! We've got everything you need to succeed. Share eye-catching social media graphics on Instagram and Facebook, stay organized with our innovative new app, and make the most of our resources, including a Fundraising Guide full of tips and templates for social media and email. Everything you need to stay connected, inspired, and on track is right here.

Explore, get creative, and let's make this journey unforgettable!

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[Clear Strand ASD] *Strategic Sponsors*
[Mac Haik] *Corporate Sponsors*
[Mac Haik] *Corporate Sponsors*
[Massey] *Corporate Sponsors*
[Raising Cain] *Corporate Sponsors*
[Turner] *Corporate Sponsors*
[Waste Connections] *Corporate Sponsors*
[Alex's 5K] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Angels of Care] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[APARA] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[AT4K] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Attain ABA] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Autism Brain Net] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[BlueSprig] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Devoted Mama] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Imagine a Way] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[A Million Solutions] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[nonPareil] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Oak Forest Dental Group] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Pacific Dental Services Foundation] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Pigtails & Crewcuts] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Project Beacon] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Reliant ABA] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Special Family Transitions] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Strive Health Services] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Trey Yates Law Firm] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*
[Winter Pediatric] *Community & Service Provider Sponsors*

Join Us at the Empower Summit & Challenge and Kickstart Your Fundraising Journey!

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2025 Empower Summit & Challenge Houston

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Campaign Progress
of Goal
$169,223 Raised
$602,000.00
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Team Honor Roll
The Schunny Squad
$11,312
G Notes
$5,140
Jason's Joyful Journey
$4,793
Summer's Clubhouse
$2,878
Dalton's Dream Team
$2,075
Stassi's Squad
$2,007
Just Jack
$1,949
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Rho Xi Chapter
$1,796
Ethan G
$1,439
TAS Houston
$1,330
Team Paislee
$1,253
#Neurospicy
$1,133
The Elopers
$1,053
Holiday Inn IAH
$973
Amenity ABA and Therapy Team
$942
Leo's Oreos
$931
Autism Defenders
$797
DJ's Monster Jam Crew
$759
Team JoJo
$752
Coco Carriers
$714
Top Teams by Division
Family/Friends
The Schunny Squad
$11,312
G Notes
$5,140
Jason's Joyful Journey
$4,793
Summer's Clubhouse
$2,878
Dalton's Dream Team
$2,075
Company Team
TAS Houston
$1,330
The Elopers
$1,053
Holiday Inn IAH
$973
Essential Speech & ABA Therapy
$678
Encore Search Partners
$588
School K-12 Team
Spring ISD
$374
Yes Prep
$120
Knight Guard
$103
Service Provider Team
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Rho Xi Chapter
$1,796
Essential Speech and ABA Kingwood
$50
Top Fundraisers
5K Run
Personal Donation william gray
$2,204
Personal Donation maria pieters-gray
$2,190
Personal Donation Alonso Rivera
$661
Personal Donation Julia Laughlin
$560
Personal Donation Shanice walker
$397
10K Run
Personal Donation Leslie Phillips
$571
Personal Donation Bryan Klopack
$150
Personal Donation Cara Gautreaux
$143
Personal Donation Christopher Garcia
$140
Personal Donation Joseph Flores
$100
Walk
Personal Donation Courtney Schunneman
$5,018
Personal Donation Imani Guillory
$3,757
Personal Donation Kathy Gray
$2,048
Tyler Byal and Ashley Udell Byal
$2,018
Danielle Matthews
$1,712
Empower Summit - I do not wish to fundraise
Personal Donation Monica DeLeon
$419
Personal Donation Michelle Heinz
$150
Personal Donation Brett Gray
$100
Personal Donation Bill Davis Jr.
$50
Personal Donation Nancy Garivey
$50
Fundraise Only
Personal Donation Yulissa Guerrero
$25
Top Donors
Waste Connections
LinusBio
The Turner Construction Company Foundation
Mac Haik
Massey Services
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