At Respawn, we're firm believers in the power of community support, both within and beyond our workplace.

We’ve formed 'Team Respawn' for the DSAW-South Central 22nd Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk, and we are honored to support such a remarkable cause and Thurston, who happens to be the son of Respawn’s very own Nick Kleiman.

By supporting our team, you’ll play a vital role in spreading awareness and fostering acceptance of Down syndrome. Your generous contributions will help us raise funds for life-changing programs and services.

Please consider supporting our team in any way you can. Each donation, no matter how big or small, will support individuals with Down syndrome and related disabilities.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Team Respawn

Please Note: Donating through this website is simple, fast, and secure. It is also the most efficient way to support our fundraising efforts. You can make your tax-deductible donation online, or if you would prefer, you can send your contribution to the DSAW-South Central, PO Box 44796 Madison, WI 53744 (Just be sure to write "Team Respawn" on the memo line so that we get credit for the donation!) Whatever you can give will help - it all adds up! Thank you! 

Fundraising is scary to many people, but it doesn't have to be! It can be as simple as sending an email or posting on social media. Try using this template to ask for donations from your friends and family:

“Dear Friends,

This year, my family has formed a team for the DSAW-South Central 21st Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk, which will be on October 1st  at Fireman's Park in Deforest, WI. The goal of the Walk is to spread awareness and acceptance of Down syndrome throughout South Central Wisconsin, and to raise funds for our chapter's life-changing programs and services. As you may know, this cause is very important to us. [insert personal story]

Would you consider joining our team and/or making a donation to support our team and [insert name of loved one with Down syndrome]? Your donation will have a large impact on thousands of lives in Wisconsin. Please forward this email to your friends and family, too! In addition, if your business would be interested in sponsoring the walk, the funds will count towards our team's total! Visit https://secure.qgiv.com/event/southcentral2023/sponsors/ to download sponsorship benefits.

Use this link to join our team and make a donation: [insert personal link]

Thank you for supporting Down syndrome awareness! [Your name]”