The Freddie Ford Family Foundation is a nonprofit supporting under-served families impacted by autism and are raising awareness and acceptance of autism. The 6th Annual Heroes for Autism 5K and Mile is the annual event to spread awareness and acceptance of autism. It is a family friendly event with music, bounce house, vendors as well as food and drinks for donations. Join the fun dressed as your favorite super hero! This event is for walkers and runners of all ages and abilities.
The funds raised by this event will support the Freddie Ford Family Foundation programs for social skills, health and fitness, and community education.
Early Bird Registration fee: $35 for 5k and $25 for Mile. Kids 11 and under are free with a paid registration and can participate in the fun run with adult supervision. Registration fee will increase to $45 for 5k and $35 for mile as of May 1, 2024.
Family Discount! Register 5 or more people, and get a $10/person discount. *Must register in a single transaction.
Additional Swag Items
Support the Freddie Ford Family Foundation by purchasing some of our additional swag.
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Packet Pickup Information
Packet pickup will be available on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Fleet Feet Des Peres (11731 Manchester Rd, 63131) from 3pm-6:30pm or on race morning at Queeny Park between 7am-8am.
Course & Directions
Course map coming soon.
Directions to Queeny Park:
From I-270:
Exit MO-100 W/Manchester Rd West
Right onto Weidman Rd
Right into Queeny Park
First Left up to the race area.
*Do not enter the park on Mason Rd!
Awards
Awards are given to the top 2 male and 2 female finishers in the 5K.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Felicia Ford
- Phone
- 314-282-5003
Sponsors
- Autism Support Now
- Caravel Autism Health
- Chiro One Wellness Center (Vendor)