Join Us for the 24th Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk! 
Fireman’s Park, DeForest
October 5, 2025

We are thrilled to invite you to DSAW-South Central’s 24th Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk! This special day is more than just a walk — it’s a celebration of inclusion, love, and community.

Thanks to the generosity of supporters like YOU, we’re able to:
- Provide enriching individual and family programs including education, fitness, social outings, relatiosnhip building, public speaking, and safety to name a few.
- Award grants to families across South Central Wisconsin.
- Send free support packets to new and expectant parents receiving a Down syndrome diagnosis.
...and so much more!

This walk is the heartbeat of our organization — funding the majority of the services and events we provide year-round. Your participation and support directly empower individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

So lace up your shoes, bring your family and friends, and help us make this year’s Walk the best one yet! Together, we’re building a more inclusive world — one step at a time.

Register or donate today!

Event Day Schedule – Sunday, October 5, 2025

Fireman’s Park, DeForest, WI

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFO – All Participants
24th Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Sunday, October 5, 2025 | Fireman's Park, DeForest, WI

Join DSAW-South Central for our 24th Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk — a heartwarming celebration of inclusion, love, and community.

Thanks to generous supporters like YOU, this walk helps us:

✅ Offer enriching programs for families
✅ Provide grants to families across South Central Wisconsin
✅ Send free support packets to new and expectant parents
✅ And so much more!

This event funds the majority of our year-round services — your participation empowers individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Registration Details

T-Shirt Deadline:
Register by Monday, September 1 to guarantee your official Walk T-shirt!

Late Registration:
Open until Sunday, October 5 (Walk Day) – T-shirts not guaranteed.

What’s Included with Registration:

• Full-day event access

• Annual Awareness Walk

• Community in Motion (theme: Team Spirit)

• Official Walk T-shirt (if registered by deadline)

• Family Festival: Bounce houses, games, rock climbing wall, DJ, crafts & so much more

• Lunch for all registered attendees

Event Costs:

• Walk Participant (ages 3+): $30

• Ages 2 and under: Free

• Individuals with Down syndrome: Free

• Virtual Walker (includes shipped T-shirt): $25

• Day-of Registration: Available at the event (no guarantee for shirts or prizes)

No Team? No Problem!
Register as a solo walker and join in the fun!

Financial Assistance - If you or a loved one need help covering the cost of registration, please reach out to Margaret at mclark@dsaw.org.

T-Shirt Pickup

Friday, October 3 | 4:00–8:00 PM
DSAW-South Central Center
1009 W. Main Street, Sun Prairie, WI

Sunday, October 5 | Starting at 10:30 AM
Registration Tent, Fireman’s Park

Only one person per group/team should check in, turn in donations, and pick up T-shirts.

Virtual Walker Option

Celebrating from afar? Be a Virtual Walker!
Includes:

• Official Walk T-shirt

• Shipped to your U.S. address
  Register early to ensure your shirt arrives before Walk Day!

 Let’s lace up, come together, and make this the best Walk yet!
Together, we’re building a more inclusive world — one step at a time.

Register or donate today!