Eagles Announce New Running and Cycling Challenge to Raise Funds for Autism Research

The proceeds raised by the Eagles Autism Challenge will go directly to three local “eds and meds” institutions for innovative autism studies and programs.

Eagles owner Jeffrey LurieMayor Jim Kenney and representatives from Children’s Hospital of PhiladelphiaDrexel University and Thomas Jefferson University/Jefferson Health stood together on a stage atop the grass of Lincoln Financial Field on Friday to announce a new annual charitable event dedicated to raising funds to advance research and support for Autism Spectrum Disorder – with a lofty goal, too.

The Eagles Autism Challenge features a family-friendly 5K run/walk as well as cycling routes of 15, 30 and 50 miles that will take riders through the city and its suburbs. The running course will shuttle participants through South Philly before ending back at Lincoln Financial Field, which will serve as the finish line for all runners and bikers. Don’t drink too much at the Friday Kick-Off Party the night before the big event, which will be held on May 19, 2018. You can already sign up or just donate here.

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