November 27, 2024

To All Our Members, Volunteers, and Community Partners:

On behalf of the National Association for Down Syndrome, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!! 

I am grateful to all of you who have helped enrich the lives of those in our community and have made it possible for NADS to expand our outreach and programming to what it is today! We could have never done this without your support!!!

I am including a beautiful poem which I like and was written by Adrian Drower, who is one of our talented Self Advocates on our Board.

Wishing you and your families a Blessed Thanksgiving!  

Warmest Wishes, 

Linda Smarto

Executive Director

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

DON'T FORGET - On December 5th: Together we give.

Celebrate Giving Tuesday with NADS!

Help us continue our mission to help all individuals with Down syndrome in achieving their full potential!

Join the wave of good!

We've got your Holiday gifts ready!

Hoodies, mugs, tshirts, bags...

We've got the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

Spread NADS Cheer and Support All the Year Through!

Finish 2024 off right:

Get your sign today!

Do you have photos to share for our

#NADStrong  campaign?!

Please send them to aleonard@nads.org!

Thank you to all who gathered together for our celebration!

❤️ We are so thankful to blessings like one another ❤️

Join us in December:

When: Wednesday, December 4th and 18th

Time: 7:00p.m. Central

Where: On Zoom 

(Details will be sent the Tuesday before)

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

SIGN UP HERE!!

Create Awareness and Promote Acceptance!

Share the joy of Ds with those around you!

NADS offers informative presentations at workplaces and schools alike to spread our message of awareness, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome.

Schedule your Complimentary NADS presentation TODAY!

Do you know a family that would benefit from NADS' Support and Services?

While we pride ourselves on partnering with 46 hospitals in the Chicagoland area, you don't have to work in the medical field to connect a family with NADS!

Family, friends, neighbors - if you know of someone that has or is expecting a child with Down syndrome, we would love to connect with them!

Celebrate your Birthday with NADS!

Don't need anything for your special day?

Spread the love you get from others within the Down syndrome community!

Designate NADS as a gift recipient by setting up a fundraiser on Facebook or by simply sharing this link with your friends and family:

http://weblink.donorperfect.com/nadsdonation

If you would like to honor a loved one with donations to NADS, we would be happy to send you a packet of specialized envelopes for easy collection.

Email aleonard@nads.org for more information.

Maximize Your Impact!

Did you know that 65% of Fortune 500 companies offer matching gift programs?!

Be sure to inquire at work about corporate donation matching! Many companies even allow employees to submit match requests for 1 year following the date of the donation!

CLICK HERE to see if your employer offers this option!

NADS is now on GOODSHOP!

Support your cause with every purchase!

No extra work is required - simply shop all your favorite stores through GoodShop as you normally would and they donate a percentage to NADS!

A simple way to give back!

Calling All Volunteers!!

Want to make a difference in the

Down syndrome community?

Come share your time and talent with us!

NADS is always in need of great people to help with events and activities! Please consider volunteering!

Click HERE to have a NADS member contact you!

We are proud to be the oldest

Down Syndrome Organization in the nation!

For over 60 years, NADS has been a leader in the Down syndrome community. Please consider helping us carry out our mission: "To ensure that all persons with Down syndrome have the opportunity to achieve their full potential in all aspects of community life."

Your tax deductible gift will help us continue to educate, congratulate, and spread our message. Thank you for

your kindness and support of the National Association for Down Syndrome.