Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida

09/12/2026

We’re excited to announce that our NEW Little Chefs program is expanding to include ages 10–15!

Young chefs will have the chance to build kitchen skills, try simple recipes, explore healthy eating and nutrition, and have fun cooking together. Parents, your participation is required, making this a great opportunity to learn and create alongside your child.

If your child is ages 10–15 and loves to be in the kitchen, register today and let’s get cooking!

https://dsacf.typeform.com/to/PPHGQPoq

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

BIG NEWS! Meet our 2026 Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk Grand Marshal, Charlotte Hise!

With her bright smile, love for life, and the joy she brings to everyone around her, we know Charlie is the perfect person to lead the way at this year’s Walk!

Congratulations, Charlie! We can’t wait to Step Up with you!

Come celebrate with us on Saturday, October 10 at Lake Eola Park for an incredible day celebrating our Down syndrome community!

Register, join a team, or start your own:
https://charity.pledgeit.org/dsacf

Say hi to Charlie in the comments and help us congratulate our 2026 Grand Marshal!

09/10/2026

We have Winner! Anthony's Angels has won!

PRIZE ALERT!

Ready to blast your fundraising out of this world?

The first team that raise $500 between September 9–13 will win tickets to Kennedy Space Center!

Start fundraising, share your team page, and get one step closer to an out-of-this-world adventure!

Raise $500. Win Kennedy Space Center tickets.
https://charity.pledgeit.org/dsacf

09/09/2026

Super Sibs starts NEXT WEEK!

Calling all siblings ages 8–18! Join us for a fun space to connect, make new friends, share experiences, and spend time with other siblings who get it.

📅 Starts Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 7:00 PM

Register today and save your spot! We can’t wait to see our Super Sibs next week!

https://dsacf.typeform.com/to/hQOYTsyS

09/08/2026

💙 September is NICU Awareness Month 💛

This month, we’re honoring the babies with Down syndrome who began their journeys in the NICU, the families who stood by their sides, and the incredible NICU teams who cared for them along the way.

A NICU stay may be part of their story, but it doesn’t define their future. These little fighters grow, thrive, laugh, love, and remind us every day just how much is possible.

To every NICU family: you are not alone. Your community is here.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from DSACF! 🇺🇸

Today, we’re celebrating the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers in our community. We’re especially grateful for the educators, therapists, caregivers, advocates, and community partners who help create opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Wishing our DSACF community a safe and happy Labor Day!

09/06/2026

To us, design isn’t just a way to make our cause look good. It’s our way of sharing our story, inspiring action, and creating change.

We’re proud to be one of one million nonprofits around the world designing with Canva.

To learn more, visit canva.com/nonprofits

09/04/2026

A big thank you to Foundations in Behavior for supporting the 28th Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk!

Because of sponsors like Foundations, we can continue creating opportunities, providing resources, and bringing families together.

Their generosity makes a meaningful difference, and we are grateful to have them Stepping Up alongside our community!

09/03/2026

Our $321 challenge has officially come to an end, and we’re excited to announce that Jammin' with James is our lucky winner!

Congratulations on winning an awesome party package from Monkey Joe’s, complete with a dozen Bundtinis from Nothing Bundt Cakes!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who took on the challenge and helped raise funds for the Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk.

Thank you for Stepping Up, fundraising, and making a difference! 💙💛