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Emerald Coast Autism Center (ECAC) has announced the return of its 13th Annual ONE Campaign, a fundraising effort to provide scholarships for local students receiving autism support services. The campaign features two community events: the ONE Run 5K and the Hole in ONE Golf Tournament.
Supporters are first invited to The ONE Run 5K on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 8 a.m. The race will start and end at ECAC, located at 80 College Blvd. East on the campus of Northwest Florida State College in Niceville. Participants will run through the college grounds and can join a post-race event featuring food, music, and raffle prizes from local businesses.
The campaign will continue with the Hole in ONE Golf Tournament on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Raven Golf Club in Miramar Beach. The tournament will begin with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Participants will also enjoy food and entertainment at the event.
Proceeds from both events will benefit the ECAC Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to families needing autism-related services. ECAC, a nonprofit organization established in 2009, offers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy-based programs for children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), autism affects approximately 1 in 36 children, highlighting the widespread need for services and support. ECAC hopes the ONE Campaign will raise funds and increase autism awareness within the community.
Community members can support the campaign through sponsorships, donations, and event participation. Sponsorships are tax-deductible, and businesses or individuals can also contribute by donating items or services for the raffle.
For more information, contact Jordan Eberle, ECAC’s Community Relations Coordinator, at 850-279-3000 ext. 217 or visit www.ecautismcenter.org.
