FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Down Syndrome Society Names Kandi Pickard President and CEO Pickard Previously Served as a Local Buddy Walk Organizer, NDSS Executive and is a Parent in the Down syndrome Community. Her Focus will be on the Growing Adult Population in the Down syndrome Community Washington, D.C. (July 11, 2019) […]
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How a bill becomes a law- Washington State Organ Transplant Discrimination Legislation
How a bill becomes a law- Washington State Organ Transplant Discrimination Legislation May 9, 2019 Passing legislation is a long game. In a democracy, rarely do things happen overnight, even for something as obvious as banning discrimination in organ transplantation because the recipient has a disability. In August 2018, at the request of Congresswoman […]
Thank You and Let’s Go!
This has been a very bittersweet time for the NDSS Team. May 1 marked the beginning of a new chapter as Sara Hart Weir transitioned out of her role as President and CEO. First, Sara is a great colleague and has been an unbelievable advocate for NDSS for over a decade. We all know she […]
2019 New York City Buddy Walk®
The 25th Annual New York City Buddy Walk® will take place on Saturday, September 14, to honor and celebrate individuals with Down syndrome in our communities. This event is focused on raising awareness and funds for NDSS programs that benefit people with Down syndrome and their families. Register for the 2019 New York City Buddy […]
NFL Star Jamison Crowder Hosting Football Camp with National Down Syndrome Society
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2019 Media Contact: Michelle Sagan National Down Syndrome Society (301) 728-0447 msagan@ndss.org NFL Star Jamison Crowder Hosting Football Camp with National Down Syndrome Society DURHAM, NC. – NFL star football player Jamison Crowder has teamed up with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to host the First Annual […]
Important Announcement from NDSS
To Our National Down Syndrome Society Family: It is with both deep gratitude and sadness that we announce that after seven years in the trenches, our National Down Syndrome Society’s (NDSS) President and C.E.O. Sara Hart Weir has decided to step down this year to pursue opportunities to continue her advocacy and service to our […]
2020 Marine Corps Marathon
Run for Down Syndrome and Add Gratitude to Your Miles! Apply to Race! Join #TeamNDSS for the 45th Annual Marine Corps Marathon! Space is Limited!! Race and Registration details: Date: October 25, 2020 Location: Washington, DC To be considered for the 45th Annual Marine Corps Marathon through #TeamNDSS, please complete the application form with your […]
2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
Run for Down syndrome and add gratitude to your miles! Apply to Race! Join #TeamNDSS, an official charity partner, for the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend! With your commitment to participate in the 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, you will be helping to support and share our mission of […]
Facts on Fire: How to Have Fun and Be Safe During the Holidays
By Ann Graham Ann Graham is Chief Communications Officer for FireGuide, an app that automates custom fire drills for the cognitively impaired. Follow us on Facebook @FireGuideApp. Fires at home happen more often than you think. In fact, the American household averages a fire of some significance every 15 years, according to the National Association for […]