The Autism Speaks Empower Walk + 5K Run is an uplifting celebration of community and progress, combining the spirit of the traditional Walk with the energy of a 5K run! Whether you’re walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Join us as we take bold steps toward a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. Come for the cause, stay for the community — and leave empowered.
To register prior to October 9, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site.
Event Schedule:
Oct 11, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
10:20
$35.00
Learn more about the host city, Wantagh.
Wantagh is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, on Long Island, New York, United States. The population was 18,613 at the time of the 2020 census.
Read more launchOfficial finishing times from previous editions of Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Ian Fernandez | 30:49.4 | |
| 🥈 | Rachel Zacharczyk | 30:52.35 | |
| 🥉 | Nicole Christensen | 34:27.82 | |
| 4 | Yanosh Frindt | 35:15.14 | |
| 5 | Kimberly Kaufmann | 37:40.75 | |
| 6 | Sebastian Romero | 38:55.21 | |
| 7 | Muhammad Subhan | 39:11.82 | |
| 8 | Carlos Sandoval | 39:22.53 | |
| 9 | Emma Trivolis | 39:27.24 | |
| 10 | Bryanna Castera | 39:27.67 | |
| 11 | Hillary Kesner | 39:37.22 | |
| 12 | Jackie Ferrufino | 39:43.27 | |
| 13 | Juan Ferrufino | 40:34.72 | |
| 14 | Dante Persaud | 41:28.59 | |
| 15 | Donna Cantrell | 1:01:53.11 | |
| 16 | Danielle Motz | 1:01:54.61 |
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