Do I need to know someone with Down syndrome to participate in a Buddy Walk®?
Not at all. The goal of the Buddy Walk® is to promote understanding and acceptance of people with Down syndrome. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does or just want to show your support, come and join a Buddy Walk®!

Do I need to register in advance?
Yes, please! Registering in advance helps us with the planning of the event and ensures that you will receive a T-shirt.

What do the funds raised at the Buddy Walk® support?

Funds raised directly benefit Upside of Downs to provide programs, activities, outreach services, camps, educational workshops and advocacy initiatives.

Each Buddy Walk® is required to give a small percentage of funds raised to NDSS, which directly supports the NDSS National Policy Center.

We strive to provide support, education and advocacy for people with Down syndrome, their families and communities and are committed to our ongoing work of ensuring that people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to be accepted & included in every aspect of a full and complete life. Your contribution will help make this advocacy work possible.