FAQs

General

Q. When is the Eagles Autism Challenge?

A. The 2026 Eagles Autism Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, May 9th, 2026.

Q. What is Eagles Autism Challenge?

A. The Eagles Autism Challenge is a one-day bike ride and 5k dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the autism community. Featuring Eagles players, coaches, and alumni, the event starts and ends at Lincoln Financial Field and 100% of participant-raised funds will go toward research and care programs.

Q. What is Eagles Autism Foundation, INC.?

A. Eagles Autism Foundation, inc. Is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that is dedicated to raising funds for autism research and care programs.

Q. How do we get involved?

A. You can get involved in a multitude of ways! You can participate in the Eagles Autism Challenge by registering for one of the 3 events, donate to friends and family members that are participating, attending events that you may see on social media of other fundraisers, and purchasing merchandise from our site. 100% of the donations directly impact the Eagles Autism Foundation.

Q. If I want my family and friends to be at the finish line, but they aren’t participating, what are the options for them?

A. Participants will have the opportunity to have one guest attend the Friday night kickoff party and two attend Saturday’s finish line celebration presented by our official partners

Q. Will There Be Rental Bikes Available for the Event?

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

Q. If I can't make it the day of the event, can I cancel my participation?

A. When you register for the Eagles Autism Challenge, you pledge to commit to the fundraising minimum of the event that you chose. If you do not meet the fundraising minimum, your card will be charged in June. If you have any additional questions, please contact [email protected].

Prohibited Items

Q. Are there any items that will not be permitted at Lincoln Financial Field during this event?

A.

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

    1. Electronic or motorized bikes
    2. Pets (except service dogs to aid guests with disabilities)
    3. Drones or any other unmanned and remote-controlled aircraft systems
    4. Fireworks, firearms, and weapons of any kind
    5. E-cigarettes and vaporizers
    6. Alcoholic beverages
      1. 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.

Ride, 5k and Virtual

Q. What time does my ride/run start?

A. Ride/Run times are:

Times are subject to change.

8:00 am – Wawa Hoagie Ride

8:30 am – Freedom Pay 5K Run/Walk

9:00 am – West Sensory Walk

Q. What are the different options to participate and what are their associated registration fees and fundraising minimums?

A.

Wawa Hoagie 10-mile ride (ages 18+): $500 minimum, $150 registration fee

Wawa Hoagie 10-mile youth ride (ages 13-17): $350 minimum, $150 registration fee

FreedomPay 5k run/walk (ages 18+): $350 minimum, $50 registration fee

Freedompay 5k youth run/walk (ages 13-17): $250 minimum, $50 registration fee

West Sensory walk (ages 18+): $350 minimum, $50 registration fee

West Sensory walk (ages 13-17): $250 minimum, $50 registration fee

 

*Children 3 to 12 may participate with no minimum fundraising 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

Q. What is included in my registration fee?

A.

  • Rider: Custom Eagles Autism Challenge cycling jersey, gift bag, finish line medal, food/beverage, access to Friday Night Kick-of Party and West Finish Line Celebration
  • 5K: Custom Eagles Autism Challenge t-shirt, gift bag, finish line medal, food/beverage, access to Friday night kick-off party and West finish line celebration
  • Virtual participant: Custom Eagles Autism Challenge T-shirt, gift bag, and finishers medal

Q. How do I change my route?

A. You can change the route you have committed to by emailing [email protected]by April 1, 2026. After this date, you will be required to reach the fundraising minimum associated with your registration and your credit card will be charged. After this date, you will not be allowed to change the event that you chose to participate in.

Q. Can someone else ride/run in my place if I cannot make the event day?

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-transferrable, even if you do not or cannot participate for any reason including illness or injury that may limit or preclude your participation.

Fundraising

Q. When is the fundraising deadline?

A. The fundraising deadline is May 31st, 2026.

Q. What are different ways that I can fundraise?

A. You can fundraise in a multitude of ways! Please look at our Fundraising Toolkit to help you.

Q. What happens if I don't meet my fundraising minimum by the deadline?

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, 2026. After this date, you will be held to the minimum associated with the route that you chose during registration.

Q. What is the difference between my individual fundraising account and my team fundraising account?

A. The difference between your individual fundraising account and team fundraising account is as follows:

      • Individual fundraising donations are only allowed to support your fundraising minimum. Those donations are made from your personal supporters and can only be in your account.
      • Team fundraising donations can be distributed to other team members. These funds are supposed to help all of your team members hit their fundraising minimums. Only the team captain and co-captains can distribute funds to other members of the team.

Q. If I have funds in my individual account but my team member doesn’t, can I transfer my funds?

A. No, you cannot transfer funds from your individual fundraising account to your teammate’s accounts. There is a function that allows you to solicit donations as a team, to then distribute to your team members.

Q. Where do I send my checks?

A.   You can send your checks to the following address:

Eagles Autism Challenge ATTN: Makayla Brant – Team (Insert Team Name) 1 NovaCare Way Philadelphia PA 19141.

Q. I’m waiting on a matching gift to help meet my fundraising minimum and I’m afraid it won’t be applied to my account by the fundraising deadline, what should I do?

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, 2026, 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 to satisfy your commitment.

Q. Why do we require a credit card during registration?

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, 2026. As agreed, to during the registration process, your credit card will be charged on or after June 1st, 2026, for any remaining balance due.

Q. Will a donation to my team page be counted toward my person fundraising minimum?

A. All team donations do not count toward individual fundraising minimums; however, team captains can transfer funds among team members to help individuals reach their goals. 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.

Q. What are the levels for top fundraising recognition?

Cycling All-Pro Benefits

  • RAISE $2,500 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Two tickets (for participant and guest) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special All-Pro cycling jersey
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    8. Four tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
  • RAISE $5,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Two tickets (for participant and guest) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special All-Pro Plus cycling jersey
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Eagles Autism Foundation socks
    8. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    9. Four tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
  • RAISE $10,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Four tickets (for participant and three guests) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special “Hall of Fame” cycling jersey
    5. Bike shorts to match cycling jersey
    6. Finisher’s medal
    7. Gift bag
    8. Eagles Autism Challenge hat
    9. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    10. Six tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    11. Two tickets to one (1) 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training camp experience at the NovaCare Complex*
  • RAISE $25,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Four tickets (for participant and three guests) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special Legend cycling jersey
    5. Bike Shorts to match cycling jersey
    6. Finisher’s medal
    7. Gift bag
    8. Eagles Autism Foundation car magnet
    9. Eagles Autism Challenge t-shirt
    10. Autographed Eagles mini helmet
    11. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    12. Six tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    13. Two tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp experience at the NovaCare Complex*
    14. Two tickets to one (1) 2026 Philadelphia Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field*
  • RAISE $50,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Six tickets (for participant and five guests) to VIP area for the Friday Kick-Off Party and the Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special Champion cycling jersey
    5. Bike shorts to match cycling jersey
    6. Finisher’s medal
    7. Gift bag
    8. Eagles Autism Foundation car magnet
    9. Eagles Autism Challenge hooded sweatshirt
    10. Autographed Eagles football
    11. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    12. Eight tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    13. Two tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp experience at the NovaCare*
    14. Four lower-level tickets to one (1) 2026 Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field*
  • RAISE $100,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Eight tickets (for participant and seven guests) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special MVP cycling jersey
    5. Bike shorts to match cycling jersey
    6. Finisher’s medal
    7. Gift bag
    8. Customized Eagles cycling helmet
    9. Custom-wrapped Eagles bicycle
    10. Eagles Autism Foundation car magnet
    11. Eagles Autism Challenge t-shirt AND hooded sweatshirt
    12. Autographed Eagles Jersey
    13. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    14. Eight tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    15. Four tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp experience at the NovaCare Complex*
    16. Four lower-level tickets to one (1) 2026 Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field**
    17. *2026 Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp Experience dates will be selected by the Philadelphia Eagles organization*
    18. **2026 Philadelphia Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field must be mutually agreed upon the recipient and Eagles Autism Foundation**

5K Walk/Run and Sensory Walk All-Pro Benefits

  • RAISE $2,500 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Two tickets (for participant and guest) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special VIP All-Pro 5K T-shirt
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    8. Four tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
  • RAISE $5,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Two tickets (for participant and guest) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage on both days
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special VIP All-Pro Plus 5K T-shirt
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Eagles Autism Foundation socks
    8. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    9. Four tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
  • RAISE $10,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Four tickets (for participant and three guests) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special VIP Hall Of Fame 5K T-shirt
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Eagles Autism Challenge hat
    8. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    9. Six tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    10. Two tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training camp experience at the NovaCare Complex*
  • RAISE $25,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Four tickets (for participant and three guests) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special VIP Legend 5K T-shirt
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Eagles Autism Foundation car magnet
    8. Eagles Autism Challenge t-shirt
    9. Autographed Eagles mini helmet
    10. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    11. Six tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    12. Two tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp experience at the NovaCare Complex*
    13. Two tickets to one (1) 2026 Philadelphia Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field**
  • RAISE $50,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Six tickets (for participant and five guests) to VIP area for the Friday Kick-Off Party and the Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special Champion 5K T-shirt
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Eagles Autism Challenge car magnet
    8. Eagles Autism Challenge hooded sweatshirt
    9. Autographed Eagles football
    10. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    11. Eight tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    12. Two tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp experience at the NovaCare*
    13. Four lower-level tickets to one (1) 2026 Philadelphia Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field*
  • RAISE $100,000 OR MORE AND RECEIVE:
    1. Eight tickets (for participant and seven guests) to VIP area for the Friday Night Kick-Off Party and Finish Line Celebration
    2. Complimentary food and beverage
    3. Exclusive VIP Check-In Area
    4. Special VIP MVP 5K t-shirt
    5. Finisher’s medal
    6. Gift bag
    7. Customized Eagles cycling helmet
    8. Custom-wrapped Eagles bicycle
    9. Eagles Autism Challenge car magnet
    10. Eagles Autism Challenge t-shirt AND hooded sweatshirt
    11. Autographed Eagles Jersey
    12. Recognition in the Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    13. Eight tickets to the 2026 Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice
    14. Four tickets to a 2026 VIP Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp experience at the NovaCare Complex*
    15. Four lower-level tickets to one (1) 2026 Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field*
  • OVERALL TOP FUNDRAISER
    1. Exclusive player experience*
    2. Autographed Eagles Helmet
    3. Special recognition during 2026 Eagles Autism Challenge Finish Line Celebration
    4. Special recognition in Eagles Autism Foundation Impact Report
    5. Special recognition on the Eagles Autism Foundation’s Facebook page

 

Safety Tips

Q. Are helmets required during the ride?

A. Yes! Helmets are mandatory during the ride. If you do not have a helmet on event day, you will not be permitted to ride.

Q. Is my child allowed to ride with me on my bike?

A. Baskets and side attachments are strictly prohibited for this event due to safety restrictions. Children under the age of 13 are not permitted to ride but are able to participate in the 5k with a registered parent/guardian.

Q. Will there be SAG vehicles on the road?

A. Yes, there will be sag vehicles available and a wristband with an emergency number for the vehicle, if you need assistance, please call for support.

Q. Will there be rest stops?

A. Yes, there will be rest stops available for all levels of participation

Q. Can I wear headphones?

A. Headphones are strictly prohibited to assure your safety during the ride. Participants doing the 5k may use headphones.