Buddy Walk @ Crew Stadium September 23, 2012

TEAM ETHAN

 

 

 

 

 As a family we will be participating in our 1st walk for Ethan to help
raise awareness of Down Syndrome. We invite all of you to walk with us on this journey. If you would like to walk or make a donation please click the "TEAM ETHAN" link below.
Thank you so much in advance

TEAM ETHAN

 

2012 Columbus Buddy Walk®

Sunday, September 23
Crew Stadium
One Black & Gold Boulevard
Columbus, Ohio 43211

EVENT DAY SCHEDULE:

7:00 Tailgate Area Open for Set-Up
9:00 Registration Begins
9:45 Opening Ceremonies
10:00 Open Walk Start Time
11:30 Closing Ceremonies

Event is scheduled rain or shine.

Join the Down syndrome community as we unite for a common cause and raise funds to support the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio and the National Down Syndrome Society. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does or just want to show your support, take the first step and register today!


What is the Buddy Walk®?

The Buddy Walk® was established in 1995 to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month and promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The Buddy Walk® has grown from 17 walks in 1995 to nearly 250 walks planned for 2012 worldwide. In 2011, more than $11.2 million was raised nationwide to support local programs and services, as well as national advocacy and public initiatives of NDSS that benefit all individuals with Down syndrome.Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does or just want to show your support, come and join us! At the Buddy Walk®, you will join 5,000 walkers from all over Central Ohio as we unite for a common cause and raise funds to support the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio and NDSS.

What does the Columbus Buddy Walk® fund?Funds raised through the Columbus Buddy Walk® will provide critically needed family support and services.
For example:

• $100 will fund two New Parent Packets for parents who have a newly-diagnosed baby with Down syndrome
• $200 will fund a full recreational scholarship to enable a person with Down syndrome to participate in health and fitness activities to improve their quality of life.
• $250 will enable a self-advocate to attend our Adult Mini-Conference.
• $300 will fund a workshop for parents on a topic such as IEPs or potty training.
• $500 will fund materials, babysitting and refreshments for a DSACO support group for one year.