Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
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The mission of the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin is to provide support to Wisconsin families and individuals with Down syndrome through awareness, education, information, programs, services, and the exchange of ideas and experiences.
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
4M ago
November is a month to be thankful, and Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the things we are grateful for and to express our appreciation for them. It’s a time to come together with family and friends, share a meal, and enjoy each other’s company.
This year, DSAW encourages you to take a moment to “Think” about the things we are thankful for and how we can support our loved ones with disabilities. As 2023 comes to an end, DSAW wishes to feature the accomplishments and abilities of our advocates.
Thanks to generous support from people like you, our friends with disabilities can “Think” about ..read more
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
5M ago
2023 Fall Awareness Walks! October rounded out our final
DSAW Awareness Walks for 2023!
Shout out to Fox Cities, Greater La Crosse and South Central!Across the state we had well over 5,000 walkers and raised more than $550,000!!
DSAW-South Central
Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Sunday, October 1st
Fireman’s Park in Deforest
DSAW-Fox Cities
Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Saturday, October 7th
Riverside Park in Neenah
DSAW- Greater La Crosse
Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Saturday, October 7th
Myrick Park in La Crosse
DSAW- Central Local Wisconsin resident Danielle Thoe chosen to model in largest Down ..read more
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
5M ago
2023 Fall Awareness Walks!
Across the state we had well over 5,000 walkers and raised more than $550,000!!
DSAW-Sheboygan
Mini Golf & Walk Fundraiser
Saturday, September 23
Harbor Pointe Mini Golf in Sheboygan
DSAW-Chippewa Valley
Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Sunday, September 24th
Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls
DSAW Statewide
Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Sunday, September 24th
Milwaukee County Zoo
DSAW-Green Bay
Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Saturday, September 30th
Capital Credit Union Park in Ashwaubenon ..read more
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
6M ago
The September 24th, 27th Annual DSAW-State Down Syndrome Awareness Walk received news coverage from TMJ 4 news!
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Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
6M ago
The September 30th, 15th Annual DSAW-Green Bay Down Syndrome Awareness Walk received news coverage from Channel 5 We are Green Bay!
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Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
6M ago
The September 24th 17th Annual DSAW-Chippewa Valley Down Syndrome Awareness Walk received news coverage from WEAU channel 13 news!
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Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
7M ago
This year, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation Awards Program hit $1.1 million in supporting people with Down syndrome and their families. Thirteen organizations received the prestigious 2023 GLOBAL Education Award for their unique programs they offer. The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW) was honored to be one of the thirteen recipients for hosting the “Think Healthcare Webinar Series” that equips professionals and caregivers with valuable medical insights.
Thank you GLOBAL for your continued support and recognition by presenting us with this award!
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Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
7M ago
As summer winds down, DSAW took advantage of enjoying the outdoors as much as possible. August was filled with fun events and also held our annual Southeastern Pip & Homer Golf Classic. Read on to find out more about our August highlights.
South Central Explore House on the Rock
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Rock County Family Picnic
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Southeastern Pip & Homer Golf Classic
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KRW Movie Night in the Park
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Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
8M ago
Southeastern Down Home BBQ
The Down Home BBQ is a favorite event for both DSAW families and staff! This year we had over 230 people attend! Brats and burgers prepared by our amazing grill team were served with pasta salad, fruit, cookies, and other desserts that were enjoyed by everyone. We also received a surprise donut donation from Grebe’s Bakery. Throughout the day, kids had a lot of fun with splash painting, playing in the water games/inflatable water slide area, yard game area which included hula hoops, cornhole, a bubble table, SHAW hockey and more, and dancing to live music by Hot Off ..read more
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
9M ago
Peter competed in Special Olympics since 2009 in snowshoeing, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. The Special Olympics World Games are the world’s largest inclusive sports event. Thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities compete together in 26 sports for nine days of exciting and inspiring competitions.
Read more about the June 2023 Special Olympics World Games and Peter in the following article:
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