The Eagles Autism Foundation is thrilled to announce that West Pharmaceutical Services, a global leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, is generously committing $400,000 in support of the organization’s mission to advance autism research and care programs.
The sizeable investment will be split in half as a direct donation to the Eagles Autism Foundation and as a presenting partner of the Eagles Autism Challenge, the team’s signature fundraising event. As part of the contribution, West Pharmaceutical Services will serve as the Presenting Sustainability Partner of the Eagles Autism Challenge Finish Line Celebration and also receive naming rights to the event’s Sensory Walk (West Sensory Walk).
“We are truly inspired by the generosity of West and would like to thank them for making such a significant contribution to the Eagles Autism Foundation,” said Ryan Hammond, Executive Director, Eagles Autism Foundation. “West has given back to our community in so many ways over the years, including their recent partnership supporting our team’s Go Green efforts. This is just another example of their incredible leadership and commitment to building better, healthier communities.”
Championed by Eagles Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie, the Eagles Autism Challenge presented by Lincoln Financial Group is a one-day bike ride and family-friendly 5K Run/Walk that begins and ends at Lincoln Financial Field. The event features three cycling routes – Wawa Classic 30-Mile Ride, Wawa Shorti 10-Mile Ride, Wawa Junior 10-Mile Youth Ride (13-17 years old) – a 5K Run/Walk and the West Sensory Walk. All five routes end at Lincoln Financial Field with participants crossing the finish line on the field. There is also a virtual participant option for those who want to fundraise but are unable to participate on event day. This event has grown into a global initiative with participants and donors from around the world.
“West is proud to expand our partnership in support of the Eagles Autism Foundation and Eagles Autism Challenge, whose mission is to directly support and advocate for autism research,” said Eric M. Green, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board of Directors, West. “Giving is a cornerstone of West’s culture, and along with our mission, we are connected by a strong responsibility to continue to build a legacy that improves patients’ lives through research and building an inclusive community for…
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