Registration for Walk for Autism 2026 is now open, and people of all ages are invited to step up to the fundraising challenge.
Autism Initiatives welcomes participants to get involved in the fun and fundraise for autism projects in Edinburgh.
The charity is getting ready for the ninth year of Walk for Autism, the annual fundraising challenge which begins on 26 March and ends on World Autism Acceptance Day, 2 April.
Walk for Autism UK invites all ages and abilities to walk 10,000 steps a day for eight days, encouraging participants to walk their steps wherever they choose. The fundraising challenge strives to be an inclusive way to raise important funds and to keep fit as the spring season starts.
The charity’s projects and services cover Scotland, England, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland and Wales. Last year, the Walk for Autism challenge raised an impressive £586,000.
Each year, Walk for Autism allows the charity to continue funding autism projects across the UK. In recent years, funds have been used to take on specialist staff with a focus on wellbeing, open more services for greater accessibility, and to fund work experience opportunities at social enterprises.
Participants who raise at least £20 will be sent a Walk for Autism t-shirt by the fundraising team. And, there is the opportunity to earn more rewards while making a difference. Fundraising milestone rewards include: medals, wristbands and the famous Fundraising Legend title. Could you take the crown this year?
Liz Oakley, Fundraising Manager said: “We are so excited to launch the 9th year of Walk for Autism in 2026! Our aim is create a wonderful community of likeminded people who are passionate about creating a world where autistic people thrive. Walk for Autism is a really fantastic fundraising events for all the family. It’s easy to sign up at www.walkforautism.co.ukand we are really looking forward to cheering everyone along every step of the way.”
Walk for Autism is a campaign led by Liverpool-based charity Autism Initiatives Group, founded over fifty years ago by Pat Minshull, who was committed to finding support for her autistic son. Today, the charity continues Pat’s legacy and proudly works in partnership with autistic people and their families. You can find out more or sign up today here.
