Getting Started

*New This Year* Two Dates, Two Regional Events, One Community. Be sure first to select your region:

1. In Baltimore (or virtually) on Sat, Oct 25th at 10am. Select this if you'll walk in Inner Harbor, or if your team captain lives in Maryland, West of the Chesapeake Bay (Baltimore, Columbia, Oakland, Westminster, North East, Annapolis, Bowie, etc.)

2. On the Eastern Shore (or virtually) on Sat, Nov 1st at 10am. Select this if you'll walk in Salisbury, or if your team captain lives in Maryland's Eastern Shore, East of the Chesapeake Bay (Chestertown, Cambridge, Easton, Salisbury, Ocean City, Berlin, etc.)

When registering, select where you and your team plan to walk -- or which area you are supporting by walking virtually.

Questions? info@DSAmd.org / 410-321-5434

Check Payments

Checks are appreciated.

If mailing a check, please indicate if your check or money order is for registration, a donation, or sponsorship. Also let us know if you'd like your gift to be attributed to a specific person or team.

Make check payable to: DSAmd (Down Syndrome Association of Maryland)

and send to our mailbox: PO Box 20127, Baltimore MD 21286

Questions, Comments, Ideas?

Reach out to the Down Syndrome Association of Maryland team: 

info@DSAmd.org / 410-321-5434 (call or text) 

Volunteer Information

To Register, Donate, or Sponsor

REGISTER. To register yourself as an individual walker or a team, click "Register," in the top navigation. Then select your region: Baltimore or Eastern Shore. You'll be able to join us on-site, as a virtual walker, as an individual or a team as you move through the steps.

DONATE AND SPONSOR. To make a donation or a sponsorship payment, click "Donate," in the top navigation. You will be able to dedicate to an individual or team if you'd like. If your donation level isn't reflected, type in the amount you'd like to give.

VIEW THE SPONSOR OPTIONS. To see our sponsor packet, click "Sponsors," in the top navigation.

Once you're registered to walk... 

  • Edit your personal fundraising page with the “Edit My Page” button on your main dashboard

  • Edit your team page with the “Edit My Team Page” button on the left-hand dashboard panel.

Pro-Tip: Be sure to click “save page” when making edits to save your progress

Prizes & Incentives for Fundraisers & Friend-raisers!

Fundraising Ideas and Support

Things to Know for Walk Day

What to bring: cart, stroller, wagon for transporting your supplies, blanket, chairs, snacks. 

Rain or shine: bring your shade (fan, tents, hat, sunscreen) and/or rain gear (boots, jackets, umbrellas).

Pets: For the safety and comfort of all guests, we ask that pets stay home unless they are certified service animals.

Walk Distance: The walk route is short, family-friendly, and accessible for strollers and wheelchairs. It’s designed so everyone can participate at their own pace.

Activities: Get ready for fun for all ages! Enjoy inflatables, games, music, face painting, crafts, and more. Vendor booths will also offer interactive experiences, giveaways, and resources for families. Stay tuned as we announce even more exciting features leading up to the events!

Visit the "Event Details" tab for all the information!