Autism Prevalence Rises to 1 in 31 Children in the U.S.
🔍 Autism Facts
No early medical detection available
Receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases
Costs a family approx. $60,000 per year
85% unemployment rate among autistic adults
87% live with their parents
👟 Walk With Purpose
Date: Saturday, Sept 20th, 2025
Location: Montgomery Veterans Park
Address: 295 Harlingen Rd, Montgomery, NJ 08502
Check-in: 8:00 AM   |   Walk Starts: 9:00 AM
Join us for the Voices for Autism Walkathon — a meaningful outdoor experience promoting awareness, inclusion, and support for innovative therapies. This is a family-friendly event open to all!

🌿 Walk Trail Options
Explore a beautiful nature trail with over 150 native tree and shrub species, including rare finds. Main trails connect Montgomery Park to River Road via the Opie’s Mill Trail.

Start: Mill Pond Rd near triple-arch bridge
Trail: 0.6 miles (boardwalk + asphalt), extending to 1.4 miles with yellow gravel path
Scenery: Horses, ponies, historic hedgerow, and Campbell Farm
Alternative Entry: Summit Ave off Dead Tree Run
💙 Why We Walk
Your steps support the Akhil Autism Foundation - Sensory Pathway Center, expanding access to:

Therapy scholarships for families in need
Innovative neurotechnology for autism care
Education & employment initiatives for young adults
Learn more: supporting-autism-therap-59w2daw.gamma.site

🎟 Registration Info
Adults: $35
Students: $15
Kids under 5: Free
Group/Team discounts available!
All registered participants receive:

Commemorative t-shirt
Refreshments at the park
Access to community resource fair
Raffle entry for giveaways!
📍 Directions: Montgomery Veterans Park