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Autism Speaks is dedicated to:

  • Science and Research - leading us to answers and interventions
  • Family Services - providing families with information, tools and resources
  • Awareness - increasing public knowledge and understanding of autism 
  • Advocacy - accelerating national and state autism legislation

 

In the News

Bike to the Beach has raised $100,000 (to date) for Autism Speaks.  85 bike riders rode for 120 miles, some for over 10 hours, to raise much needed funds for Autism Speaks. 

Volunteer Spotlight 

 

On July 4th Ron Robisch & Andrea Morley took part in the Autism Speaks 8th Annual Potomac 5K Run.  Ron and Andrea ran in honor of their eldest daughter, Raeann.  Through their effort they raised nearly $2,000 to forward the Autism Speaks mission.  Please take a moment to read about the great things that this family has done to race towards a cure for autism spectrum disorders.  Please take a moment to read about a wonderful family who is racing towards a cure for autism spectrum disorders.

Learn more about our other volunteer activities visit the National Capital - Washington DC.