Event Info

Walk. Advocate. Impact.

For 13 years Heartspring’s Autism CARE Walk has brought together thousands of advocates to raise awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Autism CARE Walk is a one-mile walk and morning of family friendly activities in downtown Wichita. Proceeds of the walk benefit Heartspring’s Autism Services CARE program which provides services to local children impacted by autism. See Event Details for more information. Read more about Heartspring's Autism Services and why we walk by following the link below.

Be sure to stick around after the walk to enjoy autism-friendly activities, touch a trucks, and so much more!  WAVE will have food to purchase including breakfast burritos and more for lunch! A portion of these proceeds will go back to the Autism CARE Walk!

  Why We Walk      
  Participant Packet   

CARE Community Day

Look for special discounts to benefit the Autism CARE Walk at participating businesses throughout Old Town.

If your business would like to participate, please contact Sarah Wine, development associate for annual giving, at sarahw@heartspring.org, or by phone 316.634.8797

Check back for a list of participating businesses as the event nears.

   Participating Businesses   

Event Details


FREE to the Public

Online Registration Opens February 4, 2020

T-shirts:

Early Bird:  $10
After March 16:  $15

Date:

Saturday, April 25, 2020

Time:

9:00 a.m. - Vendors & Activities Begin
10:00 a.m. - Walk Begins

Location:

WAVE
650 E. 2nd St.
Wichita, KS 67202

Route & Parking:

Download Map

T-SHIRTS

Early Bird Pricing: $10
After March 16: $15

Online T-shirt sales will end Sunday, April 12.
A small number of select sizes will be available for purchase at the T-shirt pickup dates below and the morning of the Autism CARE Walk.

The price of each shirt helps provide a child impacted by autism one week of participation in the Heartspring Autism Services social clubs!

T-shirt Pickup Times/Location:

T-shirts may be picked up before the event at the
Heartspring Conference Center
8700 E. 29th St. N., Wichita, KS 67226 .

  • Wednesday, April 22 | 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 23 | Noon to 7:00 p.m.

T-shirts may also be picked up at the Autism CARE Walk.

  • Saturday, April 25 | 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

T-Shirts not picked up by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the walk will be placed back on sale.

Important Dates

Tuesday, February 4

Registration Opens | Early Bird T-shirt Sales

Sign up to walk! Registration is free. Early Bird T-shirts are $10 each.

Friday, March 16

Last Day for Early Bird T-shirt Pricing

Make sure to buy your shirts by the end of the day on March 16 before prices increase to $15.

Sunday, April 12

T-shirt Deadline

The last day for online T-shirt sales. A limited selection of T-shirts will be on sale at the walk. T-shirt pickup dates and details are listed above and in the participant packet.

Saturday, April 25

9:00 a.m. - Noon

Day of Event

Vendor booths open at 9:00, the walk begins at 10:00. Stick around after the walk for activities the entire family can enjoy. Don't forget to check out participating Old Town businesses that are offering specials and promotional give back events for Heartspring.

FAQ

For questions about registration and fundraising, please download our participant packet.

Q.

What should I bring to the event?

A.

Grab your athletic shoes and your Autism CARE Walk shirt to join us for a great day of advocating! There will be food available to purchase and a portion of the proceeds will go back to Heartspring!

Q.

What happens if it rains, and how can I say up to date with event info?

A.

We will walk rain or shine! In the case of severe weather, please follow our Heartspring Facebook and Heartspring Twitter accounts for any announcements.

Q.

Where can I purchase Puzzle Pals?

A.

For the complete listing of where you can purchase Puzzle Pals, please click here.

Q.

How I become an event sponsor?

A.

We are so grateful for the support shown by our sponsors. If you’d like to help sponsor our event, please contact Sarah Wine, development associate for annual giving, at sarahw@heartspring.org, or by phone 316.634.8797.

Q.

How can my business get involved with CARE Community Day?

A.

With almost 3,000 participants expected to flood Old Town, this is a great way to partner for the day and benefit Heartspring. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Wine, development associate for annual giving, at sarahw@heartspring.org, or by phone 316.634.8797.

Q.

How do I volunteer for the event?

A.

If you would like to join our group of amazing volunteers, please contact Bianca Velo, volunteer coordinator, at bvelo@heartspring.org, or by phone 316.634.8791.

Q.

Who should I contact with other questions?

A.

If you have any questions about the walk, the registration process, or need fundraising tips, please contact Megan Schapaugh, special events coordinator, at mschapaugh@heartspring.org, or by phone 316.634.8812.

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