Strides for Autism

PRE-REGISTRATION is closed

2011-08-25T05:07:00.000-07:00

You can still register for the race on race day, Saturday September 10th, 2011, from 8-8:45 am. We'd love for you to still come. You can race competitively or even walk to show your support. There will be an award for each registered runner and prizes for the winners. Thanks to our great donors we also have an amazing raffle that will be taking place so even if you don't want to run the race, come participate in the raffle. For all the kids there will be bounce houses and clowns to help entertain. Come prepared to have a great time as we show our support for these sweet Autistic children and their families!!!

2011-08-16T13:08:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce the 2nd annual...

Strides for Autism 5k and 1 mile run/walk and family event!

We thought this would be a fun way for people who have been touched by Autism to come help us fundraise to find answers to this rising epidemic and support those that they love who are affected by autism! It is also a great way to come and learn a little more about this disorder that is affecting 1 in 110 children today!

This also provides families and friends the opportunity to gather and celebrate their loved ones with autism. Get a team together (see post below) and come support the cause. This is a great family event with entertainment, clowns, raffles, food, information and fun!

The race will be held

Saturday, September 10th at 9am

at the Pointe Meadows Library in Lehi, UT

(2151 N. Point Meadow Drive - just off I-15's 1200 West exit in Lehi).

Go HERE to register now!
REGISTER BY FRIDAY AUGUST 20th AND
BE ENTERED TO WIN a gift basket with over $50.00 in prizes!

Preregistration will be closed on Monday September 5th

After that you will be able to register on race day from 8-8:45am with a slightly higher cost per participant - so register early!!

Registration Information:
1 mile Pre-registration $15.00 ($20.00 after Sept. 5, 2011)

5K Pre-registration - $20.00 ($25.00 after Sept. 5, 2011)

**Those registering for the 5K will recieve an official "Strides for Autism" tech running shirt (while supplies last)

**All other participants will recieve an official "Strides for Autism" cotton t-shirt

We hope to have everyone back this year that came out and supported us
last year and we hope there are many more that want to come join in.
Please do what you can to spread the word!
(Find us on Facebook and "like" our page)
Thank you again for all your support!
Together we can help make a difference in the lives of those with Autism!

All proceeds benefit Autism Speaks.

If you know of a team that you would like to support that is participating in the Utah - Walk Now for Autism there will be a place for you to enter that team name in your registration and the proceeds of your registration fee will go directly back to support that team's fundraising efforts for the Walk Now for Autism Speaks 2011!

There will be lots of information there on Autism

along with a lot of cool sponsors, food, fun, t-shirts, and great prizes.

Special thanks to:
Craig Brady @ Printing Resource - Main Sponsor
Doug Smith Auto - T-shirt Sponsor
Ppp-3P Inc. Edd Lancaster - Sign Sponsor
Nu Skin - Community Investor
Scooter Bug the Clown
Stilt Clowns4U

A special thank you to these companies who have contributed with in-kind donation
VF Factory Outlet, Almost Home Potties, Boondocks, Lagoon, Olive Garden, Jump On It, Carabbas, Platinum Car Wash, Sizzler, KFC, Coldstone Ice Cream, Maggie Moos, Costco, Jamba Juice, Get Fit, Anytime Fitness, 26.2, Jack and Jills, Mandalyn Academy, Bags that Fit, Grease Monkey, Forever Young Shoes, Just Because Flowers and Gifts, Mint Condition Auto Detailing, Fun N Motion, Wadleys Window Cleaning, Cobra Steam Carpet Cleaning, Laura South Mary Kay, Ideal Shape, Party Crashers & City signs.

Go to our facebook page for updated prizes and giveaways!!!

If you have any questions feel free to email Camille Hoggard at stridesforautism@yahoo.com!

We hope to see you there!!

2011-08-09T13:14:00.000-07:00

Be United as a Team
Gather your friends and family and be united in a team effort to make a difference in the lives of those affected by autism. How do you do this? Invite your friends and family to register for the race and pick a team name to sign up under and be united in the cause.
Our team name is Rally for Riley. We've come together as family and friends to run for Riley who we love so much. Some of us run competively, some of us walk, but we all do it for one purpose, Riley. He's had such an impact in all of our lives and this is a small thing we do for him and his family to show that we love and support them through this journey.
Whether you know someone with autism, you believe in the cause, or you just love to run, gather your friends and family and do this together as a team.

THE TEAM WITH THE MOST REGISTERED MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A PIZZA PARTY!!!

How do you get a team together? Spread word on facebook that you'd like to have people join...ask family and friends to join...email...neighbors....co-workers.

We've had so much fun as a team. We wear shirts with Riley's picture, we've made big signs, we Rally together as a team and have such a fun time at this event.
If you're interested in putting together a team but you're not quit sure what to do or you'd like some ideas on how to bring more team unity, email us.

TOGETHER WE ARE CHANGING THE FUTURE FOR EVERYONE AFFECTED BY AUTISM!!!

Why Strides for Autism?
Did you know that autism is now the most prevalent childhood developmental disorder in the United States, affecting 1 in every 110 children born today. Autism is a lifelong neurological disorder that impairs communication, behavior, learning, and social skills. It occurs in all racial, ethnic, and social groups and is four times more likely to strike boys than girls. Autism statistics show that it is reaching epidemic proportions. It appears during the first three years of life and there are no known causes or cure...YET!

"Strides for Autism" is a sanctioned 5K run and 1 mile fun run/walk. Our goal is to raise funds for Autism Speaks as well as provide families the opportunity to gather and celebrate their loved ones with autism. This event is organized by a Utah family who is dedicated to supporting their grandson, nephew, cousin, brother, son and friend Riley Nelson. Riley was diagnosed with autism at 23 months of age after his extensive speech vocabulary diminished to nothing. He is currently 9 years old and continues to work to make sounds but is still considered non-verbal. Riley's family is dedicated to providing him with the best support possible and in this effort continues to change the future for ALL individuals affected by autism.

All proceeds from our annual "Strides for Autism" are given directly to Autism Speaks and used to fund research, awareness, family services and advocacy. Together we can make an impact locally for families who are affected by Autism. Grants from Autism Speaks have come back to the state of Utah in many forms including the funding of continuous autism research at the University of Utah.

More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than AIDS, diabetes and cancer combined. In Utah, every 20 minutes a child is diagnosed with autism. I hope you can help!

A letter from Riley's parents

2011-08-09T13:08:00.000-07:00

Dear Family and Friends,

As most of you know, in September of 2003, our lives changed when we were told our son Riley might have Autism. After his diagnosis in January of 2004, our outlook on life as well as our plans for the future were altered. The changes we saw in Riley were drastic and devastating. But regardless, we continued to be grateful that we were blessed to be his parents and continued to deeply love the little boy that had now been trapped inside the world of Autism. Over the years, we have been dedicated to providing for him the best possible treatments and therapies that we felt were appropriate to insure him the best possible outcome for his life. Throughout this process we have been overwhelmed with the amount of love and generosity from our families and know that this process would not have been possible without them. Although the progress that Riley has made has been slower than we would've liked, we have continued to see how everything that has been done for him has increased his quality of life and given us a chance for momentary presence inside his world. We are grateful for every moment we can be a part of his life.

With all of the therapies and interventions that are a part of his life, Riley continues to be a very happy, smiley, giggly boy. His humming, fire engine sounds and bouncing keep us smiling! He has a very contagious laugh and you can't help but know that he truly has an angelic spirit. We feel so blessed to be lucky enough to have such a special little guy in our home. He has taught us what life is all about and we can't wait for the day in heaven where we will all be together as a family and we will hear his voice that has been trapped inside for so long!

As many of you may know, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are on the rise and some say that it has become an epidemic. Utah is ranked 3rd in the nation for ASD's with 1 in 110 children in Utah diagnosed. 1 in 70 boys. There is no cure and no specific treatment plan for children with Autism. In Utah, insurance companies rule this disorder out as an incurable disease and Riley has been denied coverage on many procedures because of his diagnosis. We want to change this. Autism Speaks is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that is dedicated to changing the future for all those who struggle with Autism Spectrum Disorders. To find out more about them, visit http://www.autismspeaks.org/.

We have been so blessed by people in our life who have rallied to fundraise for our Walk team and extensive efforts have been given to ensure our success! "Strides for Autism" was an idea that came from my sister Camille Hoggard! She has taken on the responsibility of "Race Director" and is organizing the entire production of the race! My other sister, Michelle Wilkinson has taken on the role of "Community Development" and is responsible for all of the in-kind donations as well. Collectively as a "Brady family" everyone is working together to ensure the success of this race and Jason and I could not be more humbled or thankful for these efforts! We love you guys so much!

Please consider this your personal invitation to join with us to in the 2nd annual "Strides for Autism". We feel like this is a great way to get the family together for this cause and have a competitive event for the community to participate in! Those who are registered for the Utah Walk Now for Autism Speaks can notate their team name in their registration and 100% of the proceeds will benefit their team! This is an event for EVERYONE!

We would love to have you as part of our team, whether that is by walking with us, donating, becoming educated about Autism, or just loving Riley and every other child you know affected by autism.

Thank you so much for your continued support of Riley and our family. We are forever grateful for the prayers and feelings of love we receive from each of you! We love you so much!!!

We hope to see you on September 10th!

Best,

Jason and Tricia

Here we go Strides for Autism 2011!!

2011-04-06T08:00:00.000-07:00

Alright folks! The registration for Strides for Autism is now up and running! Go HERE to register now! It will be held on Saturday, September 10th at 9m. Although the location has yet to be determined, it will most likely be held in Lehi again. Pricing has changed this year. We are charging $15 for the 1-mile and $20 for the 5k and everyone will be receiving t-shirts this year since last year there was confusion. We hope to have everyone back this year that came out and supported us last year and we hope there are many more that want to come join in. Please do what you can to spread the word! Thank you again for all your support! Together we can help make a difference in the lives of those with Autism!

2011 Info

2011-03-15T09:42:00.000-07:00

We are still working on setting a date for the Strides for Autism 2011 5k. We are hoping to do it sometime in the fall, preferably September 10th. There are a few things we need to work out before we set up the registration information and such! We appreciate all the support you showed us last year and hope that this year we will get an even better showing! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask! Thank you!
Camille Hoggard
stridesforautism@yahoo.com

Strides for Autism 5K/1 Mile Info.

2010-03-12T18:28:00.000-08:00

We are excited to announce the first ever

Strides for Autism 5k/1 mile

presented by IdealShape!

We thought this would be a fun way for people who are affected by Autism to come help and raise money to find a cure, and for those not familiar with what Autism is to come and learn a little more about the disorder that affects so many children today! Come and support the cause.

The race will be held

Saturday, March 27th at 9am

at the Pointe Meadows Library in Lehi, UT

(2151 N. Point Meadow Drive - just off I-15's 1200 West exit in Lehi).

To preregister for this event sign up at

http://www.runnercard.com

under road races and look for the Strides for Autism race.

Preregistration will be closed on Monday, March 22nd.

After that you will be able to register on race day from 8-8:45am with a slightly higher cost per participant - so register early!!

All proceeds benefit Autism Speaks.

If you know of a team that you would like to support that is participating in the Utah - Walk Now for Autism there will be a place for you to enter that team name in your registration and all of your registration money will go to support that team's fundraising efforts for the Walk.

There will be lots of information there on Autism

along with a lot of cool sponsors, food, fun, t-shirts, and great prizes.

Special thanks to:
Skyler Meine @ IdealShape (www.idealshape.com)
Craig Brady @ Printing Resource - (www.printingresource.com)
Doug Padilla @ RunnerCard (www.runnercard.com)

If you have any questions feel free to email Camille Hoggard at stridesforautism@yahoo.com!

We hope to see you there!!

2010-03-12T18:25:00.000-08:00

Donations

2010-03-12T18:21:00.001-08:00

WANT TO DONATE BUT CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE EVENT? FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW...

http://www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=331507&lis=1&kntae331507=2E26C68BFAC14740A021169C180B4888&supId=247194169

TO JOIN OUR RALLY FOR RILEY TEAM GO TO....

https://www.kintera.org/faf/reg_new/register.asp?ievent=331507&lis=1&kntae331507=2E26C68BFAC14740A021169C180B4888&jt=3614738&teamsName=Rally+for+Riley

Strides for Autism 5k / 1 mile Info

2010-03-01T10:09:00.000-08:00

We are excited to announce the first ever Strides for Autism 5k/1 mile presented by IdealShape! We thought this would be a fun way for people who are affected by Autism to come help and raise money to find a cure, and for those not familiar with what Autism is to come and learn a little more about the disorder that affects so many children today! Come and support the cause.

The race will be held Saturday, March 27th at 9am at the Pointe Meadows Library in Lehi, UT (2151 N. Point Meadow Drive - just off I-15's 1200 West exit in Lehi).

To preregister for this event sign up at www.runnercard.com under road races and look for the Strides for Autism race. Preregistration will be closed on Monday, March 22nd. After that you will be able to register on race day from 8-8:45am with a slightly higher cost per participant - so register early!!

All proceeds benefit Autism Speaks. If you know of a team that you would like to support that is participating in the Utah - Walk Now for Autism there will be a place for you to enter that team name in your registration and all of your registration money will go to support that team's fundraising efforts for the Walk.

There will be lots of information there on Autism along with a lot of cool sponsors, food, fun, t-shirts, and great prizes.

Special thanks to:
Skyler Meine @ IdealShape (www.idealshape.com)
Craig Brady @ Printing Resource - (www.printingresource.com)
Doug Padilla @ RunnerCard (www.runnercard.com)

If you have any questions feel free to email Camille Hoggard at stridesforautism@yahoo.com!

We hope to see you there!!

2010-02-27T19:53:00.000-08:00