A. The Eagles Autism Challenge is a fundraising event that includes a one-day bike ride and family-friendly 5K run/walk featuring  Philadelphia Eagles players, alumni, coaches, executives, cheerleaders and SWOOP.

A. Eagles Autism Challenge, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that is dedicated to raising funds for autism research.

A. The Eagles Autism Challenge is scheduled for the morning of Saturday, May 16, 2020.

A. Tickets will be available for guests to attend the Finish Line Celebration and enjoy food and beverage. There will also be a viewing area outside Lincoln Financial Field for family and friends who do not want to purchase tickets for festivities inside the stadium.

A. Yes, the Courtyard Marriott at the Navy Yard will be offering a discounted rate from 5/14 to 5/17 to Eagles Autism Challenge Participants on a first-come, first-serve basis. The booking deadline for your stay is Thursday, April 30th, 2020. The link for your online reservation is below. If you have any questions or concerns with the link, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@eaglesautismchallenge.org or by phone at (215) 339-6790.

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A. Yes, a limited selection of hybrid and road bikes are available for rent through Fairmount Bicycles on a first-come, first-served basis.  To see photos of each model and make rental arrangements, please visit their website at www.fairmountbicycles.com

A. Yes, the following items are not permitted at the stadium during this event:

• Electronic Or Motorized Bikes
• Pets (except service dogs to aid guests with disabilities)
• Drones or any other unmanned and remote controlled aircraft systems
• Fireworks, firearms, and weapons of any kind
• E-cigarettes and vaporizers
• Alcoholic Beverages

Please note that the clear bag policy in effect on gamedays will not be in effect during this event; bags such as handbags, diaper bags and tote bags with changes of clothing are welcome. There will be lockers available for bag storage.

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• 6:30 am – 50-mile Ride Begins
• 7:30 am – 30-mile Ride Begins
• 8:30 am – 10-Mile Ride Begins
• 9:00 am – 5K Run/Walk Begins
• 9:30 am – Sensory Walk Begins

A. Participants can choose to ride, run or walk in the Eagles Autism Challenge. All participants are required to commit to a fundraising minimum. Registration fees are non-refundable and are not tax-deductible as goods and services are provided with this fee for event day.

• 50-mile ride (age 18+): $1,000 minimum, $150 registration fee
• 30-mile ride (age 18+): $750 minimum, $150 registration fee
• 10-mile ride (age 18+): $500 minimum, $150 registration
• 10-mile youth ride (ages 13-17): $350 minimum, $150 registration fee
• 5K run/walk (age 18+): $350 minimum, $50 registration fee
• 5K run/walk (age 13-17): $250 minimum, $50 registration fee
• Sensory walk (age 18+): $350 minimum, $50 registration fee
• Sensory walk (age 13-17): $250 minimum, $50 registration fee
• Children 3 to 12 may participate in the 5K run/walk or Sensory Walk with no minimum fund raising requirement and a reduced registration fee of $25, while under the supervision of a registered adult; Youth T-shirt and medal will be provided. There is no charge for children under 3. Registered adults will receive an email invitation to register their children in this age group prior to the event.
• Virtual participant: $350 minimum, $25 registration fee

A. Rider: A custom Eagles Autism Challenge cycling jersey, gift bag, finish line medal, food and beverage at the event and access to the Friday Kick-Off Party and the Finish Line Celebration.

5K & Sensory Walk: A custom Eagles Autism Challenge 5K T-shirt, gift bag, finish line medal, food and beverage at the event and access to the Friday Kick-Off Party and the Finish Line Celebration on the field.

Virtual Participant: The choice of cycling jersey or 5K T-shirt, gift bag, finish line medal, food and beverage at the event and access to the Friday Kick-Off Party and the Finish Line Celebration.

A. A virtual participant is someone who is unable to participate, but still wants to fundraise and receive fundraising incentives. Virtual participants can register as an individual or join a team, have their own fundraising account and personal fundraising page plus access to the Friday  Kick-Off Party and the Finish Line Celebration.

A. Participants are encouraged to select a route that fits their abilities both physically and financially. All riders should be able to maintain a minimum average speed of 12 MPH for the duration of the respective ride. By registering, you are committing to a fundraising minimum.

A. You can change the route you have committed to by e-mailing info@eaglesautismchallenge.org by April 1, 2020. After this date, you will be required to reach the fundraising minimum associated with your registration and your credit card will be charged.

A. No. You are not permitted to grant another person the right to participate in your place under any circumstances. Your registration as a participant is non-transferable, even if you do not or cannot participate for any reason including illness or injury that may limit or preclude your participation.

A. To cancel your registration, you must contact our office by February 16, 2020 by e-mailing info@eaglesautismchallenge.org or calling (215) 339-6790.  After February 16, 2020 you will be unable to cancel and will still be responsible to reach your fundraising minimum and your credit card will be charged. Please note registration fees are non-refundable.

A. The fundraising deadline is May 31, 2020.

A. During registration, you committed to reaching a fundraising minimum and authorized the Eagles Autism Challenge to charge your credit card the remaining balance on or after June 1, 2020.

If you need to change your route to assure you meet your minimum, you have until February 16, 2020 to make the change. After this date, you will be held to the minimum associated with the route that you chose during registration. To change your route, please e-mail info@eaglesautismchallenge.org.

A. Please have all checks made out to Eagles Autism Challenge, Inc. and mailed to the address below with a completed check donation form.  Check donation forms can be found on the website under Fundraising.

Eagles Autism Challenge
One NovaCare Way
Philadelphia, PA 19145

A. Unfortunately all team donations do not count toward individual fundraising minimums. If you are looking for donations to satisfy your minimum please have your donor support your individual page. However, if you would like to split a check between yourself and another participant on your team, please indicate that on the check donation form.  Check donation forms can be found on the website under Fundraising.

A. If you or your donors are submitting a matching gift request with a company, please give ample time for it to be received in our office before the May 31, 2020 fundraising deadline. If you are told by the company that the donation will arrive after this time, please contact Eagles Autism Challenge as soon as possible so we can make a note on your account. Please do not assume that we know a matching gift is in the pipeline in order to satisfy your commitment.

A. Each participant is required to pay a non-refundable registration fee that does not count towards your fundraising minimum. Your credit card information remains on file in case you do not reach your fundraising minimum by the deadline of May 31, 2020. As agreed to during the registration process, your credit card will be charged on June 1, 2020 for any remaining balance due.

A. There are five levels beginning with All-Pro at $2,500 that provide our top fundraisers with unique experiences, VIP access and special recognition. Learn more now.