The Utah Down Syndrome Foundation (UDSF) provides hope to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community through support, education, activities, outreach, and advocacy. Your donation will help UDSF to achieve this mission.
Thank you in advance for your generous support! Your gift, both large and small, will help make this world a better place for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. UDSF is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, making your gift tax-deductible.
Where Will My Donation Go?
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* Funds UDSF's 30+ statewide community group outreach activities including our World Down Syndrome Day Celebrations, our Mighty Steps for Down Syndrome EXTRAvaganzas, and other quarterly activities.
* Supports parent educational programs such as UDSF's Down to Learn classes and Parent Education Conferences.
* Hosts 3 Financial Workshops with a Chartered Special Needs Consultant, providing guidance for special needs estate planning.
* Provides support to new and expectant parents of a child with Down syndrome.
* Sponsors Quarterly (4) New Parent Breakfasts, Gifts New Parent Care Packages, and provides the New & Expectant Resource Guide to families.
*Has over a dozen new parent mentors trained and available to assist families with the Down syndrome diagnosis.
* Sends over 900 members with Down syndrome a card and treat on their birthday.
* Provides hospital meal reimbursement to families with long hospital stays.
* Makes Peer Presentation Tool Kits available to elementary school parents and teachers to educate peers/students about Down syndrome.
* Sponsors monthly activities for adults and teens with Down syndrome that promote connection and friendship.
* Provides medical providers and hospitals with our New & Expectant Parent Resource Guide.
* Creates an online community through our Facebook and Instagram.
* Supports community outreach through our monthly newsletter, The LowDown.
* Hosts monthly MNO (Moms Night Out) for caregivers to receive support and friendship.
* Works with other service providers to offer their expertise, services, and support, inviting them to take part in our community events.
