Happy Mother’s Day to Our Amazing FOUNDATION Moms 💐 | | | |
🩷 We celebrate YOU this month, the love, strength, and dedication you bring every day. You do so much, and it never goes unnoticed.
At The FOUNDATION, we also want to remind you that you matter beyond being a mom. That’s why we’re continuing to offer mental health and wellness programs to support you in embracing yourself, not just as a parent, but as the strong, incredible woman you are.
You deserve to feel supported, seen, and cared for too. 💕
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Celebrating The FOUNDATION
at the Victory Cup Initiative
| | | We are grateful to have participated in the 2026 Victory Cup Initiative, a Central Florida nonprofit showcase that highlights local organizations by giving them a platform to share their mission and impact with the community. | | |
Thank you Camille for representing The FOUNDATION with such passion and heart. Your leadership continues to inspire and amplify the importance of inclusion and opportunity for all.
Congratulations to all participating nonprofits working to create meaningful change.
Learn more about Victory Cup Initiative
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Check out our
EXTRAordinary opportunities!
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🚴♀️💚 15 Years of Empowering Riders
Join us as we celebrate 15 years of iCan! Bike Camp!
This incredible summer program brings joy, confidence, and independence to our riders as they learn and experience the freedom of biking in a supportive and uplifting environment.
| | | We invite you to be part of this special milestone, come cheer, support, and celebrate with us, Registration is open to join the experience. | | |
Saturday, May 2
Make'm Smile
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Saturday, May 2
Club 321
(Members in middle school
through high school)
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Saturday, May 9
Young Explorers
(Members in 1st through 6th grade)
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Wednesday, May 13
The Matchmaking Experience
(T21 Social Network & All people with unique abilities, Ages 21+)
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Wednesday, May 13
Neurodevelopmental Evaluations
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Saturday, May 16
iCan! Surf
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Saturday, May 16
Magnificent Minis
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Thursday, May 21
Parent Informational Meeting
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Friday, May 22
T21 Social Network
(Members 18+)
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Saturday, May 23
LEAP Club East Coast
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Sunday, May 24
Bible Study
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Saturday, May 30
Lucky Littles
(Members from three to age eight
and their families)
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June
LEAP Club Inclusive Summer Camp
(All children pre-k to 5th grade)
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June 8 to 11
Self-Advocacy Success Camp
(Ages 14-17)
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June 22 to 26
Part 1
Self-Awareness & Self-Efficacy
(Ages 18-24)
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July 13 to 17
Part 2
Self-Determination
(Ages 18-24)
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July 23-26
NDSC 2026 Orlando Convention
| | Calling All Educators! Join the National Down Syndrome Congress for a one-day conference designed to empower educators who support students with Down syndrome, autism, and other intellectual and developmental support needs. Gain practical, research-based strategies you can implement right away in your classroom! | | |
Includes:
- 7 professional hours certificate
- Breakfast & lunch
- Optional CEUs
- Behavior strategies that work
- Literacy & reading development
- Access for all learners
- Integrating AI in education
- Curriculum planning & design
- Medical considerations in the classroom
- Effective math instruction
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When: Friday, July 24
Where: Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek (Disney area)
Part of the NDSC Annual Convention
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Registration: $150 (Scholarships available this opportunity is made possible through our FOUNDATION Magic of Inclusion partnership with the Orlando Magic For more information about scholarships, please contact: Camille.Gardiner@DSFFlorida.org )
Don’t miss this opportunity to walk away with tools, ideas, and strategies to better support every learner in your classroom.
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November 6,7, & 8
Camping Jamboree
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Saturday, December 12
Winter Wonderland
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iCan! Work
Opportunities
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Interested in having your son or daughter participate
in the Summer OJT or the 2026/2027 iCan! Work Cohort?
Now is your chance to register!
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Empowerment Through Employment
The iCan! Work Program helps members 18+ who have completed high school gain meaningful employment. It includes on-the-job training opportunities and our signature Lunch & Learn Program, designed to lead to long-term employment.
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Participants will benefit from:
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Skill Development: Participants are provided with training to develop essential workplace skills, such as communication, punctuality, customer service, and task management.
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Real-World Experience: The program partners with local businesses to offer hands-on job experiences and supported employment in a variety of fields.
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Customized Support: Each participant receives individualized support tailored to their strengths, interests, and areas for growth.
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Job Coaching: Professional Success Coaches assist individuals during training and while at work, ensuring a successful transition into the workforce.
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Confidence Building: The program focuses on building confidence, independence, and a sense of purpose in its participants.
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Employer Education: The FOUNDATION educates and collaborates with employers to create inclusive and supportive work environments.
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Long-Term Success: The goal is to help participants secure and maintain competitive, integrated employment for the long term.
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Community Integration: iCan! Work fosters greater inclusion by connecting participants with their communities through employment.
| | Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to help your son/daughter shine! Sign up today and watch them thrive! | | Join us ONLINE! Virtual Social Groups | | | |
Zumba Class
(all ages)
with Elyse Mundelein
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When: Every Monday
Time: 4:00 - 5:00pm
No experience is needed,
just get ready to dance and have fun!
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Connect 21
(middle and high school-age
& 18+ members)
May Topic:
Responsibility
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When: Every Wednesday
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Welcome to our enhanced Virtual Social Club: Club 321 and T21 Social Network joined forces to create Connect 21 - an online social club and learning platform.
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For more information about our online programming:
follow our private Facebook page, Meetup, or email
Robin.Longley@dsfflorida.org
| | Thank you to our sponsors for making all of these programs possible! | | | | |