I’m running the NYC Marathon this year with a purpose that’s deeply personal to my family and me! 💙

My nephew Grant is an incredible, bright, and loving kid. Watching him grow has opened my eyes to both the challenges and the beauty that come with an autism diagnosis. He has inspired me to take action.

I’m proud to be fundraising for the Organization for Autism Research (OAR), a group dedicated to supporting individuals with autism and their families through research, resources, and real-world impact.

Every mile I run is for Grant—and for so many others like him.

If you’re able to support, donate, or share, it would mean so much. Thank you for helping make a difference! 🧩

Here are some of the ways that OAR uses the funds raised by the RUN FOR AUTISM team:

$10 provides a Curriculum in a Box professional development set to general education teachers.
$25 provides 15 copies of A Guide to Safety to families and first responders.
$100 provides the Kit for Kids peer education resource to an entire elementary or middle school.
$150 provides 100 copies of a Life Journey through Autism guidebook sent to a community support group or military installation.