Western NC Run/Walk for Autism Funds Autism Programs

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Autism Society Of North Carolina

Jul 30, 2013, 17:20 ET

Asheville, NC (PRWEB) July 30, 2013 -- On Saturday, September 14th, the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) will hold its 8th annual Western NC Run/Walk for Autism. Runners and walkers of all ages participate in this event, which will be held at UNC-Asheville from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

The WNC Run/Walk for Autism is part of the Asheville Track Club Grand Prix Series and is USATF-certified. It includes a challenging 5K race, a 5K non-competitive run, and a recreational 1K run/walk.

The event will also feature a family-friendly festival with a fun zone, refreshments, and vendor space where businesses, service providers, local support resources, and sponsors will be showcased.

Proceeds from this event go to support individuals on the autism spectrum and their families throughout the WNC community. All money raised by the Autism Society of North Carolina stays in North Carolina providing support and promoting opportunities for the over 60,000 people in our state affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Last year’s race raised over $45,000 as more than 500 runners, 150 volunteers, and a variety of businesses participated to improve the lives of those affected by autism.

Please visit http://www.wncrunwalkforautism.org or call 828-236-1547 to register, join a team, form a team, sponsor, donate, or volunteer.

Background:
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. Recent studies estimate that up to 1 of every 70 children born in North Carolina will be affected by ASD.
• For over forty years, the Autism Society of North Carolina has worked to address areas of need and expand services for the autism community in North Carolina. ASNC works to directly improve the lives of individuals affected by autism, by providing advocacy, education, and services.
• Additional information is available by calling 1-800-442-2762 or by visiting http://www.autismsociety-nc.org.

David Laxton, Autism Society Of North Carolina, http://www.autismsociety-nc.org, 919-865-5063, [email protected]