Thank You for Making the 20th Annual
Strides for Autism Walk & 2nd Annual 5K Run a Success!

Thank you to every runner, walker, volunteer, donor, and supporter who joined us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Segra Park. Together, under our theme “20 Years of Strides: Every Step Counts,” our community came together to celebrate two decades of impact—raising awareness, acceptance, and vital funds for individuals and families affected by autism across South Carolina.

Thanks to your incredible generosity, every dollar raised directly supports the South Carolina Autism Society’s unfunded programs—including ASD/Autism 101 Training, Community Outreach, Quality of Life Assistance, parent mentoring, and case management.

Event Highlights & Photos

Take a look back at the energy, smiles, and memorable moments from this year’s 5K run and community walk at Segra Park!

20th anniversary, 2 for 20 laps — 2026 Strides for Autism
20th anniversary podium speech — 2026 Strides for Autism
20th anniversary podium speeches — 2026 Strides for Autism
20th anniversary podium speech — 2026 Strides for Autism
And they're off — 2026 Strides for Autism
Autistic runner crossing finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Awards ceremony medal winners — 2026 Strides for Autism
Awards ceremony medal winners — 2026 Strides for Autism
Booth community — 2026 Strides for Autism
Booth community partner — 2026 Strides for Autism
Crowd colorful team shirts — 2026 Strides for Autism
Dj music stage — 2026 Strides for Autism
Families walking route — 2026 Strides for Autism
Families walking to route — 2026 Strides for Autism
Family running together — 2026 Strides for Autism
Family walking route — 2026 Strides for Autism
Family walking to route — 2026 Strides for Autism
Group runners in morning sunlight — 2026 Strides for Autism
Little lady participant — 2026 Strides for Autism
Local business sponsor recognition — 2026 Strides for Autism
Man runner crossing finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Mascot dancing with crowd — 2026 Strides for Autism
Mascot dancing with crowds — 2026 Strides for Autism
Mascot posing with crowd — 2026 Strides for Autism
Mascot with boys participants — 2026 Strides for Autism
Mascot with participants — 2026 Strides for Autism
Mid stride solo runner — 2026 Strides for Autism
Participant holding medal — 2026 Strides for Autism
Participant holding medal posing — 2026 Strides for Autism
Participant posing holding medal — 2026 Strides for Autism
Participant posing with medal — 2026 Strides for Autism
Play 2 learn sponsor booth — 2026 Strides for Autism
Red runner crossing finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner arms raised finish — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner crosses finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner crossing finish banner strides autism — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner crossing finish line checking watch — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner crossing finish line smiling — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner crossing the finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner determined face — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner giving thumbs up — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner group in morning sunlight — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner headphones crossing finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner rounding final turn — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runners in morning sunlight — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runners in sprinklers — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runners morning sunlight — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runners moving — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runners side by side, pacing — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runners side by side pacing — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner with arms open — 2026 Strides for Autism
Runner with race number — 2026 Strides for Autism
Running determined face — 2026 Strides for Autism
Selfie time — 2026 Strides for Autism
Society — 2026 Strides for Autism
Society sc banner photo — 2026 Strides for Autism
Solo runner mid stride — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor abs kids bubbles — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor active day — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor autism awareness — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor bhdd — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor booth — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor booth icare — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor booth play 2 learn — 2026 Strides for Autism
Sponsor scrc — 2026 Strides for Autism
Stadium concourse — 2026 Strides for Autism
Stroller and kids walking — 2026 Strides for Autism
Volunteer chic fil a — 2026 Strides for Autism
Walkers walking — 2026 Strides for Autism
Walk participants stadium plaza — 2026 Strides for Autism
Woman runners side by side pacing — 2026 Strides for Autism
Young runner crossing finish line — 2026 Strides for Autism
Young runner finishing strong — 2026 Strides for Autism
Young runners determined face — 2026 Strides for Autism
Young runners side by side — 2026 Strides for Autism
Young runner with race number — 2026 Strides for Autism

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

This event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Your partnership empowers us to continue delivering direct services, advocate for families, and build a more inclusive community throughout South Carolina.