The Eagles Autism Foundation has announced that the 9th annual Eagles Autism Challenge presented by Lincoln Financial raised more than $16 million today for innovative autism research and care programs, thanks to 6,832 participants and nearly 40,000 donations worldwide. One hundred percent of the participant-raised funds will be invested in groundbreaking research being conducted around the globe and in community grants for area-based organizations.

Fundraising for the 9th annual Eagles Autism Challenge will continue through Sunday, May 31, 2026. Since the inaugural event in 2018, more than 240,000 donations have contributed to the $56 million raised through the Eagles Autism Foundation.

"The connection we share with Eagles fans is special and today was just another example of that," said Jeffrey Lurie, Chairman and CEO, Philadelphia Eagles. "More than 6,800 people from around the world descended upon Philadelphia this weekend to join our organization in celebrating and advocating for the autism community. The $16 million raised from today's event will go on to support cutting-edge autism research and care for individuals and families in need. We were all part of the same team today and it was everyone's contributions – players, coaches, legends, participants, donors, and sponsors – that led to another record-breaking year for the Eagles Autism Challenge."

Championed by Lurie, the Eagles Autism Challenge presented by Lincoln Financial is the team's annual cycling and 5K run/walk charity event dedicated to raising funds for autism research and care programs. Starting and finishing at Lincoln Financial Field, the Eagles Autism Challenge featured the Wawa Hoagie 10-Mile Ride, the FreedomPay 5K Run/Walk, and the West Sensory Walk. Participants returned to a post-ride celebration, co-presented by West, with family-friendly activations on Pepsi Plaza, the main concourse, and the mezzanine and club levels. The morning concluded with an awards ceremony and closing remarks from Lurie.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in 31 people living in the United States are on the autism spectrum. While it has become one of the fastest-growing developmental disorders in the country, it has historically been underfunded, misunderstood, and under-researched.

Since 2018, the Eagles Autism Foundation – due in large part to proceeds raised by the Eagles Autism Challenge – has funded 223 research projects and community grants that specialize in treating and caring for individuals and families affected by autism.