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Author: Emily Denholm, ds-connex team member At ds-connex we work with many Down syndrome organizations. Each one varies in size and support services. But the one thing we have found is no matter where you go, you are always welcomed with open arms. We came across an example of this (more…)
Author: Emily Denholm, ds-connex team member Logan’s Heroes is a walk team for the Reach for the Stars Buddy Walk®, created to celebrate 8-year-old Logan, who has Down syndrome. Logan likes playing with his little sister and his dog, Timber. He is also a fan of music, sports, and loves (more…)
Author: Emily Denholm, ds-connex team member We are adding a new series to our Connexions blog this year! In addition to being a space where we share event coordinator and industry best practices, we would like to profile walk teams sharing their unique backstories, as well as fundraising, recruitment and (more…)
By Jen Franklin Kearns, ds-connex team member Like most elements of our usual lives by now, fundraising for our Down syndrome events may look a bit different this year. Team Captains will need to find creative ways to raise money for their local Down syndrome associations, in order to provide (more…)
Author: Jen Franklin Kearns, ds-connex team member & Columbus Buddy Walk® team captain (Team Alex) This is the first installment of a three piece series highlighting tips for Event Coordinators. Team recruitment is a key piece for building a successful Down syndrome walk event. Without motivated Team Captains, you won’t (more…)
Author: Jen Franklin Kearns, ds-connex team member Jack Rovetti recently celebrated his 17th birthday. A junior at Reno High School, he loves to play Xbox (and has a desire to work for Microsoft someday, because they make the Xbox!), is a manager for the football team, and is “just a (more…)
Author: Jen Franklin Kearns, ds-connex team member Current events are certainly leaving us feeling unsettled these days. As difficult as it can seem sometimes, it’s important to seek out the positives so we can try to create a happier environment for our families, and for ourselves. Whenever troubled times arise, (more…)
