April 5, 2023

As the nation's oldest Down syndrome organization, we have been helping all individuals with Down syndrome flourish for over 60 years!

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Please consider donating so we may continue our good work of education, inclusion, and acceptance for all!

HELP US TO HELP OTHERS

Were you helped by NADS when you began your journey in the Down syndrome community?


Would you like to be a resource

for newborn parents?


WE ARE IN NEED OF PARENT SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS!

If you are willing to help guide new families as they learn

to parent a child with Down syndrome,

Email Carmella at clocascio@nads.org today!

Please Note: At this time, we are specifically in search of Parent Support Volunteers in the Chicagoland area,

but we gladly welcome those further away as well.

NADS will help you clear out that clutter!

We will gladly take any extra unused items off your hands to use for our upcoming fundraiser raffles!



Please email aleonard@nads.org to organize an item pickup!!

Get Ready to Show Off Your Down Syndrome Pride!

Brand NEW this year-

NADS CAR MAGNETS!


Bring awareness to NADS where ever you go! These 4" circular magnets are the perfect addition to your vehicle!


Available in 2 eye-catching designs!

Be sure to get yours TODAY!

Order NOW!

Yard Signs are Here!


Make your lawn the BEST on the Block!

Grab your sign today!


And be sure to send in your family's photo with the sign so we can show you off too!

(Email your pic to aleonard@nads.org)

Shop NOW!

NADS Annual PUBLIC Board Meeting

Monday, May 1, 2023

7pm (Central) on Zoom


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

Sign up HERE to Attend!

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

Did You Know...

That those with disabilities can get a FREE lifetime pass to our National Parks?


Get more information HERE and start planning your adventures!

Want to join the fun?

Email your pics to aleonard@nads.org

JOIN US TONIGHT!!

Listen up and have your guesses ready!

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We're playing "Name That Tune" with the melodies of both old and new songs, movies, and sitcoms!


Tonight on Zoom!

Wednesday, April 5th

7pm (Central)

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

SIGN UP HERE!!

Down Syndrome Stories in the News

High school student with Down syndrome inspires peer mentor program

RADNOR, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- When asked what his favorite part of school is, 16-year-old Michael Schuller said, "Friends." The freshman at Archbishop Carroll High School has quite a few of them now thanks to a Peer Mentoring program.

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The inspirational story behind Down Syndrome Ironman history maker Chris Nikic

Chris Nikic is one of those rare individuals in life who has the ability to make people genuinely believe they can achieve their dreams. The Florida native was born in 1999 with Down syndrome and had open-heart surgery at five months old He was not able to walk well until he turned four.

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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

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.

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!

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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