The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin’s Awareness Walk is our largest annual fundraiser and a powerful celebration of individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
Each year, more than 2,500 attendees come together for a day of connection, visibility, and community. As we celebrate our 30th Annual Awareness Walk, we invite you to be part of this milestone event and help create meaningful opportunities for individuals and families across Wisconsin.
Your partnership supports:
- Life-changing programs and resources
- Education, advocacy, and awareness
- Community inclusion and connection
- Independence, employment, and life skills
Why Sponsor the Awareness Walk?
- Connect with 2,500+ attendees, families, and community members
- Gain visibility through event marketing, media, and on-site presence
- Align your brand with inclusion, impact, and community leadership
- Be part of a 30-year tradition of advocacy and celebration
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Headline Sponsor – $40,000
As our Headline Sponsor, your organization will be recognized as the leading partner of the Awareness Walk with premier visibility across all event promotions and experiences.
Benefits include:
- Naming rights to the Walk
- Featured mention in radio advertising
- Logo on all pre-event materials and yard signs
- Opportunity to speak during opening ceremonies
- Recognition in media opportunities and press coverage
- Prominent signage at event and registration
- Complimentary promotional booth
- Logo on event t-shirts and website
- Year-long recognition across DSAW communications
Your impact:
Helps fund critical statewide programs that empower individuals with Down syndrome and support families across Wisconsin.
Platinum Sponsor – $25,000
Platinum Sponsors receive high-level visibility and recognition across all aspects of the Awareness Walk, from marketing to event-day engagement.
Benefits include:
- Logo on pre-event materials and yard signs
- Recognition in radio advertising
- Opportunity to speak during opening ceremonies
- Logo featured on digital billboard
- Sponsorship of individuals in the 21 Showcase
- Prominent signage and media recognition
- Promotional booth opportunity
- Logo on event t-shirts and website
- Year-long recognition
Your impact:
Supports programs that build independence, connection, and inclusion.
Diamond Sponsor – $15,000
Diamond Sponsors play a key role in creating a meaningful and engaging event experience.
Benefits include:
- Logo placement on event marketing materials
- Recognition during opening ceremonies
- Logo featured on digital billboard
- Sponsorship of individuals in the 21 Showcase
- Event signage and media recognition
- Promotional booth opportunity
- Logo on event t-shirts and website
- Year-long recognition
Your impact:
Helps create opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome to thrive in their communities.
Gold Sponsor – $10,000
Gold Sponsors receive strong visibility and recognition across event marketing and day-of experiences.
Benefits include:
- Recognition in media opportunities
- Logo in sponsored walk emails
- Event signage and announcements
- Promotional booth opportunity
- Logo on website and event t-shirts
- Social media recognition
- Year-long recognition
Silver Sponsor – $5,000
Silver Sponsors are recognized as valued partners in supporting the Awareness Walk.
Benefits include:
- Event signage and recognition
- Logo on website
- Social media recognition
- Promotional booth opportunity
- Inclusion in event communications
Bronze Sponsor – $2,500
Bronze Sponsors help make the Awareness Walk possible while gaining meaningful community visibility.
Benefits include:
- Event signage
- Logo on website
- Social media recognition
- Inclusion in select communications
Friend of DSAW – $1,000
Friend-level sponsors provide important support for the event and the programs it funds.
Benefits include:
- Name listed on event signage
- Recognition on website
DS Fact Sign Sponsor – $500
Support awareness and education by sponsoring a Down syndrome fact sign displayed along the Walk route.
Benefits include:
- Custom sign displayed at the event
- Contribution to awareness and education efforts
Ready to Make an Impact?
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities please review our full sponsorship packet linked below. To secure your sponsorship, click the “Donate” link above. On the second page of the form, please select “Corporate Gift.”