Autism Society of Central Virginia to host 5k and Family Fun Day May 18

The Autism Society of Central Virginia will host its 22nd Annual 5k & Family Fun Day Saturday, May 18, at Crump Park in Glen Allen.

The event will help raise funds for the ASCV’s mission of supporting, empowering, and building connections within the autism community. More than 1,200 people are expected to attend.

The day’s activities will include a 5k run/walk, a resource fair showcasing community partners and providers offering services to autistic individuals of all ages, food trucks, visits from Nutzy, costumed Princesses, Star Wars characters, a bouncy slide, obstacle course, photo booth, and more in the Kids Zone sponsored by Compass Behavioral Group, LLC.

Registration for the 5k race is $40 at www.ascv5k.org or $45 on site on the day of the race. Funds raised from the event will help the ASCV expand its services to support the growing number of people affected by autism. With autism diagnoses on the rise – the affliction now affects one in 36 children today – ASCV officials said the demand for their services never has been greater.

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