May 8, 2024

Mother's Day is this Sunday -

Let's Celebrate!

Please send in your favorite NADS MOM photo so we can honor her on this special day.

Young or old, recent or vintage, we want to see your favorite photo of your beautiful mom!

Memorial photos also welcome.

Send pics to Ann at aleonard@nads.org today!

TAKE A DAY OFF WORK TO CELEBRATE OUR DADS, UNCLES, AND GRANDPAS FOR FATHER'S DAY!!

🏌️⛳🏌️‍♀️

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: JUNE 1!!

18 Holes with Cart Included! Lunch on the Turn!

1 Hour Open Bar and Deluxe Buffet after Golf!

Raffles and MORE!

Gather your foursome and join us

Friday, June 14 for a 9am shotgun start

at beautiful Carriage Greens Country Club in Darien!

We Need Your Help!

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!

We are in need of donations, raffle baskets,

and sponsorships!

Do you own a business? Do you know someone who does?

Please let us know!

Let US advertise for YOU!

GET MORE INFORMATION HERE!

Last Call to SIGN UP for this Great FREE Webinar!!

NADS Annual PUBLIC

Board Meeting

Monday, May 13, 2024

7pm (Central) on Zoom

Come see how NADS supports our community throughout the year and learn more about all we have to offer!

(Zoom link will be emailed out closer to the meeting date.)

Join Us for a Brew Crew NEAR YOU!

THANK YOU to everyone that came out to our community events this week!

We loved grabbing a cup of coffee and sharing some wings with you!

NADS is growing!

Over the last year, NADS has expanded our reach -

we are so proud to have introduced fresh educational programs, hosted exciting events, and welcomed many new families!

As a non-profit organization, we rely on the support of our community to continue to offer our services. Will you help us continue our mission of independence for all individuals with Down syndrome?

🪻Spring Has Sprung!

Show off your Down syndrome pride WHEREVER you are! 

Whether you're relaxing at home or out and about, NADS has the perfect accessories for you!

Get your Yard Signs, car magnets, and all sorts of other Ds goodies in the NADS online store!

Email aleonard@nads.org to become a model!

Do you have photos to share for our

#NADStrong  campaign?!

Please send them to aleonard@nads.org!

⭐Save the Dates for May:

WHEN: Wednesday, May 15 and

Wednesday, May 29

Time:  7:00p.m. (Central Time)

Where: Virtually on Zoom

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

SIGN UP HERE!!

Help Spread Awareness All Year Long!

Rock Your Socks:

Donations to help promote Down Syndrome Awareness are encouraged!

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! 💙💛

Schedule an "Abilities Training" for your school or workplace!



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

Request your COMPLIMENTARY presentation HERE!

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!

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!

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.)

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.

Support our 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.