On Saturday, April 21, the Autism Society of North Carolina and GHA Autism Supports held the second annual Coastal NC Run/Walk for Autism. Over 570 runners and walkers participated in the event, which included a chip-timed 5K race, a recreational 1-mile run/walk, and a kids’ dash.
The Run/Walk raised over $40,000 to support individuals and families affected by autism in the coastal region of North Carolina. Donations are still being accepted at www.coastalncrunwalkforautism.com.
The Coastal Run/Walk for Autism was part of World Autism Awareness Weekend, which included a variety of family-friendly activities, including a Family Day in the Park at Wrightsville Beach Park and water sports hosted by Surfers Healing.
The Autism Society of North Carolina is a nonprofit organization that provides support and promotes opportunities for individuals with autism and their families statewide. Support services include advocacy, education, supported living services, vocational and day services, recreational opportunities, training, consultation, and legislative and policy advocacy. For more information, visit www.autismsociety-nc.org.
GHA Autism Supports is a nonprofit agency offering residential, day, and community services for residents of North Carolina with an autism diagnosis. For more information, visit www.ghainc.org.