The Autism Society Greater Hudson Region, New York is a not-for-profit organization that serves people living with autism in the Greater Capital District and their families. Our vision is a society where all individuals on the autism spectrum are fully participating members of our community.
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You heard it from WRGB CBS 6 News, Albany; We broke records at this year's Hero 5k for Autism! Thank you to everyone who participated, sponsored, donated and volunteered in support of Autism Society Greater Hudson Region, NY and #AutismAcceptanceMonth. ![]()
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Shout out to our 2024 Hero 5k for Autism Race Director, Shahrukh Sultan, for keeping us organized and leading us to record-breaking numbers this year, JGI Media for capturing some wonderful 5k moments, and to our Board of Directors for their commitment to our cause. Thank you Anna Ruetz, Tracy Schober, Joe Templin, Russ Kuon, Kristin Quinn, and Mary Kavaney!![]()
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Thank you to our race sponsors. Your support means the world: Warren Tire Service Center, Al-Hidaya Center, The Ability Experience, The People’s Real Estate Group, @Islamic Center of the Capital District - ICCD, New York Optical, Anderson Center for Autism, Real Media Solutions, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, Assemblyman Charles D. Fall, Hudson Valley Credit Union and JGI Media. Special thanks to ARE Event Productions. Thank you Angelo Santabarbara and Michael for attending!![]()
Results Page powered by AREEP: www.zippyraceresults.com/search.php?ID=8877![]()
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Were you SEEN? Check out Times Union for photos of this weekend's event: lnkd.in/gf3_BxXu![]()
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We hope to see YOU next year!! #2024hero5k #autismspectrum #AutismAcceptanceMonth #communityevents #supportlocal![]()
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We are beyond proud of our community. ![]()
Congratulations to our Hero 5k medalists: ![]()
Male-Age 1-17; 1st: Braeden Waters, 2nd:Nathan Schoonover, 3rd: Riley Vandervoort. ![]()
Female-Age 1-17; 1st: Samantha Lopez, 2nd: Ayza Khan, 3rd: Alisa Khan. ![]()
Male-Age 18-59; 1st: Steve Maynard, 2nd: Kevin Valois, 3rd: Matt Darby![]()
Female-Age 18-59; 1st: Kay Williams, 2nd: Lindsay Valenti, 3rd: Margaret Mahoney. ![]()
Male-Age 60-99; 1st: Sam Mercado, 2nd: Scott Porter, 3rd: Dan Cantwell![]()
Female- Age 60-99; 1st: Patricia Johnston, 2nd: Christine Porter, 3rd: Georgia Sullivan![]()
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Watch now: Heroes lace up for 5K to support services for families living with autism: cbs6albany.com/news/local/heroes-lace-up-for-5k-to-support-services-for-families-living-with-autism
Heroes lace up for 5K to support services for families living with autism
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Sunday, runners unleashed their inner hero to make a difference in Schenectady.The 2024 Hero 5k raises money for Autism Society Greater Hudson Region, which pro
Hero 5k for Autism Pre-registration is now closed! Thank you to over 250 Autism Heroes who pre-registered this year. You shattered last year's pre-registration record!!! We'll announce the Fleet Feet Albany and @orangetheory raffle winners tomorrow during the Hero 5k for Autism medal ceremony!![]()
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You may have missed the pre-registration raffle, but you haven't missed the race! Join us tomorrow morning at Mohawk Harbor for the Hero 5k for Autism . Registration re-opens at 8am tomorrow, packet pick-up is 8-9am, and the race begins at 9:30am. Walk-up and sign-up or visit www.asghr.org to register before the race! ![]()
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Who will be there?![]()
• Superheroes! We hear rumors of a certainly friendly Spidey making an appearance, with a friend or two!![]()
• Therapy Dog - Golden Retriever Lily Girl will be hanging out for moral support & motivation!![]()
• Custom Photo Booth - Be sure to snap a smile or two at our complimentary photo booth provided by Image for a Cause!![]()
• Kona Ice - Each participant will also receive a free Kona Ice - Check out their truck on race day and just show your bib to enjoy an ice cold refresher! ![]()
• Quackerjack! - Our very own mascot, Captain Quackerjack, will join our heroes to show his support!![]()
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We couldn't do this without our Sponsors! Show them some love by liking and following; Silver Hero Sponsors: Warren Tire Service Center, Al-Hidaya Center, and The Ability Experience . Hero Champion Sponsors: The People's Real Estate Group, Islamic Center of the Capital District - ICCD, New York Optical, Anderson Center for Autism. Hero Sidekick Sponsors: Real Media Solutions, LLC, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, Assemblyman Charles D. Fall, Hudson Valley Credit Union and JGI Media, LLC. Special thank you to Shahrukh Sultan, our 2024 Hero 5K for Autism - 2024 Event Coordinator, and ARE Event Productions!
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