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Tyler Run for Autism 5K raises money to help provide medical services to children with autism

All of the funds raised are donated to organizations who provide medical services to children with autism and to programs that promote community inclusion.

TYLER, Texas — The Tyler Run for Autism was founded in 2012 by parents of children with autism, More than a decade later, the event is still going strong.

According to their website, 100% of funds raised are donated to organizations who provide medical services to children with autism and to programs that promote community inclusion.

"It can cost about $2.1 million from 0 to 18 years old to raise a child with autism, as compared to about $180,000 to raise a neurotypical child," Marketing Coordinator Leigh Ann Cook said. 

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