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Down Syndrome Indiana
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DSI Buddy Walk® 2010
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Saturday October 23rd, 2010
Celebration Plaza, White River State Park
Downtown Indianapolis
The Buddy Walk® is a 2.6 mile no-fee walk along the canal beginning at Celebration Plaza in White River State Park. Down Syndrome Indiana's premier fundraising and awareness event. The walk is held each October and raises roughly $189,000.00 for the organization’s operating costs.
Are You Ready for Buddy Walk ® 2010?
Greetings, friends and family of Down Syndrome Indiana! Thanks to your participation and fundraising, the 12th annual Down Syndrome Indiana Buddy Walk was a success! We have grown immensely over the years and only get bigger with each passing year, and I am certain 2010 will be no exception! Let’s make 2010 our largest walk with the greatest number of teams and team donations to date! To aid in your efforts, you are now able to register teams early at our Firstgiving page located here.
There you will be able to get things rolling when it comes to registering for this year’s Buddy Walk® as well as raising funds. For the first 10 teams to register and raise $100 on Firstgiving by March 21, 2010 (National Down Syndrome Day) you will receive 10 Buddy Walk ® car ribbon magnets and recognition in the next issue of Common Bonds! I want to encourage you all to register early and get the momentum started now! If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me by e-mail or by phone (317) 925-7617.
As always, thank you for your involvement and participation. Without each and every one of you, Down Syndrome Indiana would not be able to continue its positive impact in the lives of thousands of Hoosiers.
Sincerely,
Rachel Wood
Buddy Walk® Coordinator
Buddy Walk ® Volunteers Needed:
If anyone is interested in serving on the Buddy Walk® Committee please contact Rachel Wood by e-mail at or by phone (317) 925-7617 for more information! Also, if you are interested in volunteering on the day of the walk please contact Rachel Wood by e-mail or by phone (317) 925-7617 for more information!
Why Walk?
The Buddy Walk® was established by the National Down Syndrome Society in 1995 to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October.
The Buddy Walk® has three primary goals:
- To promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
- To raise funds locally and nationally for education, research and advocacy programs.
- To enhance the position of the Down syndrome community, enabling us to positively influence local and national policy and practice.
Buddy Walk®
The Buddy Walk® is a 2.6 mile no-fee walk along the canal beginning at Celebration Plaza in White River State Park. Proceeds from the walk help fund Down Syndrome Indiana programs and services that help individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Down Syndrome Indiana offers a number of programs and services. Here are just a few of our highlights:
- New Parent Information & Resource Packets
- Support for research and advocacy
- Financial assistance for youth who attend Camp Hi-Lite
- Informational and Educational Conferences
- Parent Support Groups
- Mom’s Night Out events
- Family Picnics
- Self Advocates meetings and social activities
To learn more about how the Buddy Walk® began and how it's efforts are improving the lives of individuals with Down syndrome click here.
