Howard County Autism Society supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families.

Howard County Autism Society Providing Support Promoting Awareness Advocating For Change

Join us for the third annual:
"HOWARD COUNTY "ONE STEP CLOSER . . . AUTISM WALK" AT CENTENNIAL PARK"

Saturday, October 17, 2009
*This is a 'rain or shine' event. There is no raindate.

Centennial Park, Ellicott City
Registration / Complimentary Continental
Breakfast 8am Walk 9am

REGISTER, VOLUNTEER OR DONATE ONLINE!!!

For Frequently Asked Questions Click Here
Further Questions? Please email Jeanni Hines

Is there a way to see all of the
members who have joined my team?
YES, Click here to view a report of all registrants.

Our Silver and Bronze sponsors for the walk

On Saturday, October 17, the Howard County Autism Society will host its third annual "One Step Closer . . . Autism Walk" at Centennial Lake. The family-friendly event is set to raise funds for the Howard County Autism Resource Center and to raise autism awareness in the community.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. A complimentary continental breakfast will be provided.

A children's area will feature moon bounces, face painting, giveaways, and much more. The 2.4 mile walk around Centennial Lake will begin at 9 a.m.

Prizes! $50 raised = a walk T-shirt. Other special prizes will be awarded for most funds raised by a team, by an individual, and more.

The theme, "One Step Closer," reflects the organization's commitment to bridging the gap between the services provided in the county and the needs of individuals with autism. Last year, more than 440 individuals participated in the event. This year, the autism society will focus on building walk teams of both families and businesses.

Advance registration is encouraged. Individuals may also register on-site.

REGISTER ONLINE!!!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I create a team or join a team when I am registering online?

A: If you are joining a team or creating a team, each team member should fill out an online or a print registration form. Please make sure that you and all of your team members type in the team name under the 'group name' on each registration form.

Q: At any point will people be able to go online to make donations?

A: Yes, here is how people can go online and make donations to you:

Ask the sponsor to visit our walk page and click on "donate" or link directly to our donate page at: https://www.howard-autism.org/SSL/Donations/donations.asp
The person making the donation should use the area where it says "My donation is in honor of someone:" to write a note stating the name of the walker and that the individual is participating in the October 17th walk.

Q: Do you have a flier or form I can use to request donations?

A: Yes, we have a sample fundraising letter that you can use to make donations and we have a pledge sheet that you can use to track donations.

Q: What is the address of the walk location?

A: Centennial Park, 10000 State Route 108, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Q: Where can I find directions to the walk location?

A: DIRECTIONS TO CENTENNIAL PARK MAIN ENTRANCE & "ONE STEP CLOSER...AUTISM WALK
Route 29, take Route 108 west, towards Clarksville.
The main entrance to the park is about one mile on your right
The event will be held at Pavillions A, B, and C in Centennial Park which can be accessed by the main entrance of the park. There will be walk "greeters" and signs that indicate the direction to the event start location.