Ride 4 Autism Awareness

07/14/2025

There will not be a Ride for Autism Awareness this year.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
Shaun M. Hampton Cory Osborne

05/28/2025

🎉 Ride 4 Autism Awareness Gives Back! 🎉

We’re excited to share that Ride 4 Autism Awareness has donated goodie bags to the incredible athletes competing at the Missouri State Special Olympics 2025!🏅💙

Each bag is packed with fun snacks, cool sunglasses, and custom water bottles — just a little something to help make their long trip to state more enjoyable. 🌟🚴‍♂️💧

We are SO proud of these athletes and their Unified Partners. Your dedication, sportsmanship, and spirit inspire us all — and we’re cheering you on every step of the way! 🙌🔥

Huge THANK YOU to all our sponsors, donors, and riders — your continued support made this possible! 💛💙

03/05/2025

It's been great getting to donate these picture communication boards. R4AA is mentioned in the spotlight story.
https://www.facebook.com/specialolympicsmo

Promoting acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities through sports.

02/12/2025

With sincere gratitude and careful consideration, we are announcing the conclusion of the nonprofit Ride for Autism Awareness.

It has been an incredible journey to host these rides and create awareness around such an important cause, and we are deeply appreciative of the support we’ve received over the years.

We ensure that the funds raised in 2024 are distributed to meaningful organizations. Proceeds will be donated to Special Olympics Missouri, Unified Programs in our area and Jaxon’s Badgers, an adaptive fitness program in Joplin. Picture Communication signs will be donated to area playgrounds and any donated items will be given to the Unified programs with recognition to the original donors.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication throughout this journey. Inclusion and awareness will always be part of our lives. While this decision is bittersweet, the need to shift our focus to our family, and our businesses is the right step forward for our family at this time.

Thanks,
Shaun M. Hampton

02/07/2025

🌟 Night of Unity 2025: A Celebration of Inclusion & Awareness! 🏀❤️

What a night to remember at the Cardinal Dome! 🎉 The Night of Unity 2025 brought our community together for an evening filled with fun, laughter, and basketball 🏀—all in support of the WCJH Unified Program.

The energy from the crowd was electric, showing just how much inclusion and autism awareness continue to grow in our little town. 🙌💙

To top off an already incredible night, Ride for Autism Awareness presented two $500 checks to support both the Unified Cardinals at WCJH and the Neosho Wildcats Unified Program. 🏆👏

A huge thank you to everyone who came out, cheered, and supported this amazing cause. Together, we’re making a difference! ❤️♾️
Cutting Loose Graphics Black Rain Legacy Media Cycle Connection &M audio School Shop

Amanda Hampton Shaun M. Hampton Patty Steffens Cory Osborne

01/21/2025

Donations! Donations! Donations!
Going out this week!
Thank you to our awesome donors and sponsors! These items
will help this great cause! Come out Feb 6th, support and enjoy the Night of Unity!

&M Audio Cycle Connection Black Rain Legacy Media Cutting Loose Graphics

10/29/2024

Ride for Autism Awareness proudly donated another Picture Communication Board to the Seneca School District today! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our sponsors and supporters for making this possible.

These boards are essential tools for non-verbal students, fostering communication and inclusion. Additionally, they serve as a powerful way to raise awareness among everyone who visits the playgrounds. Thank you for being part of this meaningful mission!

10/28/2024

🌟 Giving the Gift of Sound and Connection 🌟

We are proud to support this special needs preschool by donating headphones to enhance their learning experience! 🎧💙

These headphones will help create a focused environment, ensuring the kids can enjoy activities like music therapy, story time, and interactive lessons without distractions or sensory issues. For children with sensory needs, even small tools like these make a world of difference in their ability to thrive and grow.

At Ride 4 Autism Awareness , we believe in the power of connection and inclusion—and we’re honored to play a small part in supporting these young learners.



Shaun M. Hampton Amanda Hampton Cory Osborne Patty Steffens

10/03/2024

We didn’t just decide one day we were going to start a non profit God gave us a lot of signs before we figured it out. 🙏

10/02/2024

Here is the podcast with The Autism Dad talking about Ride 4 Autism Awareness and about Shaun M. Hampton and Amanda Hampton story of raising two boys with autism and how the boys have impacted awareness and inclusion to everyone reading this post. 👍👍
“It’d because we’re loud, persuasive and we fight for inclusion and awareness.” Thank you to anyone that supports and rides with us.

My goal with The Autism Dad blog is to educate people and help them better understand what life can be like for families with a special needs child.

09/22/2024

We will be finishing the artwork and announcing the date this week for Lite it Up Blue Ride for Autism Awareness 2025!

We'll be seeking sponsorships as well! (more info to come)

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