January 15, 2025

FAMILY FUN THIS SATURDAY!!

All Ages Welcome!

WHEN:

Sat. January 18th

10-11:30a.m.



WHERE:

Darien Sportsplex

451 Plainfield Rd, 

Darien, IL

⭐ Win a Door Prize! ⭐ Snacks and Refreshments will be served! ⭐

RSVP to Jessica TODAY at jmark@nads.org

Be a Leader in the Ds Community -

Join the NADS Staff!

Communication and Development Coordinator Needed!


Are you a parent and/or professional

who would like to make a difference

in working for a nonprofit and impacting the Down syndrome community?


We are looking for someone with a passion for marketing, communications and development. Familiarity with Word, Excel, Constant Contact, Donor Perfect, Wordpress, and Frontstream are a plus.

If you're interested, please send your resume to Linda at lsmarto@nads.org!

Please note: This part-time position averages 10-20 hours/week, M-F during regular business hours, with occasional nights and weekends for special events/fundraisers.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS:

FREE MTDS Webinar in Less Than 2 Weeks!

REGISTER TODAY!

DISCOUNTED BULLS BASKETBALL TICKETS:

And Support NADS with Every Purchase!

BULLS VS. Pistons


Wednesday, February 12th 7:00 p.m. CT

Gather your friends and family and sit where you like!

Share the excitement of Bulls basketball with tickets for the NBA's leading entertainment experience.

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

HEY DADS! We're meeting up at a new place!

February 1 at 2pm

Ancho and Agave in Lombard


We'll get the food,

You get the drinks!

Let us know if you're coming!

RSVP HERE!

NADS is able to provide all these fantastic programs through donations of thoughtful supporters like you.

Your generosity to NADS is always appreciated and

helps us continue working toward our mission of

inclusion for all individuals with Down syndrome.

DONATE TODAY!

Do you have photos to share for our

#NADStrong  campaign?!

Please send them to aleonard@nads.org!

📅 JOIN US TONIGHT!!!!

Let's Plan 2025:



Bring your favorite treat and join an open chat session with a Familiar Surprise Guest!

Wednesday, January 15th, 7:00p.m. Central on Zoom!

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

SIGN UP HERE!!

Down Syndrome FEEL GOOD Feature:

Young man with Down syndrome becomes youngest business owner in his town

In May, 20-year-old Blake Pyron will open Blake's Snow Shack, making him the youngest business owner in Sanger, Texas -- and the only one with Down syndrome.

Read More

Triathlete with Down syndrome takes on a challenge that most 'never even dream of trying'

Chris Nikic, in the Guinness Book of World Records as the first person with Down syndrome to run all major marathons, has a new announcement.

Read More

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!

Help Spread Awareness All Year Long!

Schedule a COMPLIMENTARY presentation for your school or workplace!



NADS offers informative "Abilities Training" presentations to spread our message of awareness, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with

Down syndrome.

In-person and Zoom options available!

EMAIL ANNE FOR MORE INFORMATION

at areinertson@nads.org!

Don't Forget to Rock Your Socks:

Promote Down Syndrome Awareness through small donations!

Declare a special dress day and collect a small donation from each person who participates with proceeds to benefit NADS! And don't forget to take a photo of your group so we can share your Ds Spirit! 💙💛

Email Us for more information HERE!

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.

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

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 who has or is expecting a child with Down syndrome, we would love to connect with them!

Refer a Family HERE!

Grow Your NADStrong Community:

Come share your stories, triumphs, and challenges with other parents of babies and toddlers with Down syndrome!


(This group is exclusively for families whose children with Ds range from prenatal to age 4.)

Join Babies in Bloom HERE!

This group is just for the guys! Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, Godfathers...

Join this group for a place

to share successes,

ask questions, or just hang with other men who have a loved one with Down syndrome.

Join NADSDads HERE!

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 country!


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.

DONATE TODAY!
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