I am really excited to announce that I will be running the New York Marathon this November to raise money for Organization for Autism Research. This is my first full marathon and my goal is to raise $3,000 for autism research. As a special education teacher for six years, I had the wonderful opportunity to teach students with a wide range of abilities, including students on the Autism Spectrum. I am thrilled to be raising money for a cause so near to my heart.

Organization for Autism Research is a 4 star nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by autism by supporting research that produces meaningful and practical results. They also provide free, evidence-based resources and information to families, educators, self-advocates, and professionals geared towards making day-to-day life easy for those affected by autism.

I would be extremely grateful if you helped me reach my goal. Please help me support by making a contribution to my fundraiser and sharing this page with your family and friends. Every dollar I raise will advance Organization for Autism Research's great cause! All donations are tax-deductible.

Every bit makes a difference, no matter how big or small.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Love,
Sarah

WHY RUN FOR AUTISM?
1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with autism. By joining the RUN FOR AUTISM team, you’re supporting OAR’s mission to fund research and resources that help people with autism and their families today.

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.
$1,000 provides a research grant for a graduate student studying autism.
$3,000 provides a scholarship for a student with autism to attend college.
$40,000 fully underwrites an applied research pilot study.