We are racing for our 6-year-old son, Kelly Patrick McCloskey.

Kelly was nonverbal until he was 4 years old, but his love for words helped him overcome that hurdle. Over these last six years, he has made incredible leaps and bounds, and today he amazes us every single day. He is one of the smartest, most observant, and most deeply aware kids you will ever meet. Watching him grow, learn, and express himself has been nothing short of extraordinary.

We are stepping up for the Autism Cares Foundation because we believe Kelly—and every individual like him—deserves access to the life-enriching programs, strong community support, and inclusive activities that allow them to truly thrive.

For almost 20 years, Autism Cares Foundation (ACF) has been providing resources and community to thousands of children, teens, and adults that experience the world differently. ACF has been changing lives and bringing hope and connection to those who need it most.

We're excited to come together to participate in the Race 4 Resources, ACF's largest fundraiser of the year. Our collective passion for this cause drives us, and we need your support to make a difference! Every donation—big or small—helps us reach our fundraising goal and goes directly to Autism Cares Foundation.

Here's how you can help:

• Donate: Contribute whatever you can. Every dollar counts!
• Spread the Word: Share our fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you so much for your support! We couldn’t do this without you!