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Thank you for visiting our event page. We are so excited to be in person again this year for our 17th Annual DSAW-Chippewa Valley Down Syndrome Awareness Walk at Irvine Park on Sunday, September 24!! 

With the support of our generous friends like you, we were able to host events for caregivers and individuals with Down syndrome, send new and expectant parent packs at no cost to parents who received a Down syndrome diagnosis, and so much MORE in 2022! WOW - thank you! We rely on the incredible support of our community to make DSAW-Chippewa Valley's services happen. The majority of our programs and events are fully funded by this annual Awareness Walk, and we need YOU to help make them happen. Join us!

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Event Schedule 

10:30am

 Registration & Pre-Walk festivities begin

11:30am

 Meet at the Pavilion for Pre-Walk Rally and 21 Showcase!

12:30pm

 Walk begins

1:00pm

Family Festival 

1:30pm

Raffle drawing
Event Details

Registration Information

Online Registration is strongly recommended and preferred!

Pre-register online until 12 pm CST on Friday, September 22, 2023.

Event Cost

Walk Participant $15
Walk Participants with Down syndrome Free
*Virtual Walk Participant  $15

 

Register by August 31 at 11:59 pm to be guaranteed a t-shirt on walk day. 

We try to order EXACT numbers so that no t-shirts are wasted. We may have a limited quantity of extra t-shirts available on Walk Day for those who register after August 31st or on Walk Day, but this is not guaranteed. 

*Virtual Walker Registration

If you are unable to attend this event in person or would feel more comfortable celebrating from afar, register as a virtual walker! Registration includes a t-shirt shipped directly to the address you provide (USA only). Virtual Walkers must register by August 31 at 11:59pm.

 

Registration & T-shirts

Pick-Up Info: T-shirts are available to be picked up at the Walk on September 24th. T-shirt tables will be located near registration. Please designate ONE PERSON ONLY from your group or team to check in at registration, turn in all money, and pick up t-shirts.

By registering for this event, you agree to DSAW's Terms & Conditions.

21 Showcase & Awards Ceremony

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Individuals with Down syndrome of ALL ages are invited to walk the red carpet in front of their family and friends and be recognized for their individual gifts and talents. Children who are not yet able to walk on their own may walk the red carpet with a parent, caregiver, or sibling.

All you need to sign up is submit a photo and a brief description of your loved one with Down syndrome and then be there at the walk to enjoy the spotlight!

Anyone who submits their loved one's photo by September 8th will have a personalized poster to hold while they walk the runway!

The 9/8 deadline to sign up to get a poster has passed.

 

Fundraising Incentives & Prizes

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  • The cut-off for donations that qualify for the Top Three Fundraising Prizes is 12:00 PM on Friday, September 22nd. 

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About DSAW

The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin's mission is to provide support to Wisconsin families and individuals with Down syndrome and related disabilities through awareness, education, information, programs, services, and the exchange of ideas and experiences. We promote the value of those with Down syndrome in our lives and our communities. We continually strive toward full acceptance, full access, full potential and a full life to make Wisconsin the best supported state for people with Down syndrome and their loved ones. Visit our website to learn more.