June 21, 2023

Let's Get Together!

Grab Your Friends and Family and Join the FUN!


This year's Golf Outing is sure to be a winner! We have have regular golf, FootGolf, dinner, dancing, and more! Fabulous prizes can be won in our auctions and raffles too!

Come celebrate with our Down syndrome community!


Ticket prices starting at $55

Participants 3 and under are FREE!

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Click HERE Register Today!!

For more event details and pricing visit: https://www.nads.org/events/golfouting/

Can't Make the Golf Outing? Want to Chip In?

๐Ÿ“ฃYOU CAN HELP MAKE THE

๏ปฟEVENT A SUCCESS!

Sponsor a Golfer in Need!

Cover the costs of a golfer or family who wouldn't otherwise be able to participate in this great event!

Become a Sponsor HERE

Help Secure Donations!

Have a business with a treasure to share? Headed to your local movie theater? Enjoying treats at a fantastic bakery? Please ask for a donation on NADS' behalf!

Schedule a Donation Pickup HERE

Contribute to a Raffle Basket!

Have items around the house that someone else would just love? Unopened extras or gift duplicates?

๏ปฟWe'll take them off your hands!

Email Us HERE

Help us spread the word! Forward this email on to friends and family who might be interested in joining the fun! Share our Golf Outing Flyer on social media or via text!

Golf Outing Flyer HERE

Small or large, ALL Donations are GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Elite Sponsors:

Join our prestigious list of Sponsors and let NADS advertise for you!!

Businesses, Families, Memorials, or Honorariums-

We have a level of sponsorship that works for you!

Click HERE to Become a SPONSOR!

โญ Early Bird BONUS! โญ

Sign up to be a Sponsor today and we will automatically bump you up to

Elite status and give you a FREE extra month of advertising!

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!

Start Shopping HERE!

โ˜€๏ธSunny Days are great for showing off your

Down Syndrome Pride! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

Let everyone in your community know what matters - Awareness, Acceptance, Inclusion for All!


Get your NADS Yard Sign TODAY!

(Don't forget to grab a car magnet too!)

Shop NOW!

Coming Up THIS Saturday!

FREE More Than Down Syndrome Workshop!

A FREE seminar for parents/family/ caregivers of a person (any age) with a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome PLUS Autism Spectrum Disorder.

DATE CORRECTION: SEE YOU ON TUESDAY!

The NADS Brew Crew

is coming to Algonquin!


Come Join Us:

Tuesday, June 27

9:30-11:30 am

At Panera!

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451 S Randall Rd, Algonquin, IL

Our first gathering had such a great turnout, we're heading to a new area!

Come enjoy this casual meetup with other families with Down syndrome who live in your neighborhood. Relax, chat, and build relationships with new families and familiar faces!

๏ปฟAll ages welcome!


Your first cup of coffee is on us! โ˜•

NADS staff will be on hand as a resource and to facilitate family connections.

๏ปฟGuests are responsible for all additional food and beverage purchases.

Questions? Email areinertson@nads.org for more information!

NADS Connections: Let's Talkโ˜€๏ธSummer๐Ÿฆฉ!!

Hey Parents!

Come Catch Up and Share ๏ปฟsome Family Fun in the Sun Ideas!


When: Monday, July 10

7pm (Central)

Where: on Zoom!

Sign up HERE!

Questions about our NADS Connections Group? Email areinertson@nads.org!

What makes you... YOU?!


The 2023 NADS Fashion Show

October 1, 2023


Abbington Distinctive Banquets

Glen Ellyn, IL

Sign Up to Model HERE!
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In Case You Missed It:


Please enjoy our tribute video to all our amazing NADS Dads!

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Want to join the fun?

Email your pics to aleonard@nads.org

Tonight is the Night! Join Us!

When: Wednesday, June 21st

Activity: Scavenger Hunt 

Where: On Zoom

Time: 7:00p.m. (CST)

Who: The NADS SAIA Group


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Grab your spy glasses and get ready for this in-home scavenger hunt! How many items will you find?

Don't forget to sign up for the Golf Outing!


Have you heard of FootGolf?

If you can kick a ball, you can play FootGolf!


Come try this great new game!

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

SIGN UP HERE!!

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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!

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

The NADS Shop has EVERYTHING you need to celebrate Down syndrome!!

Get your Down syndrome hoodies, mugs, and tees today!

Shop 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

or joining our NADS Board of Directors!

Click HERE to have a NADS member contact you!

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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

๏ปฟyour kindness and support of the National Association for Down Syndrome.

DONATE TODAY!
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