Down Syndrome Indiana Buddy Walk ® 2012

Saturday October 13th, 2012

Celebration Plaza, White River State Park
Downtown Indianapolis

Are You Ready for Buddy Walk ® 2012?

Greetings, friends and family of Down Syndrome Indiana!  The 15th edition of the Buddy Walk® promises to be a wonderful day of celebrating the lives of individuals with Down syndrome.

The event will feature an information tent that will house more than 25 non-profit agencies that provide valuable resources to families and individuals with Down syndrome.   In addition, DSI will host a silent auction full of valuable goods and services and much more! 

Teams that raise at least $5,000 by August 1, will receive one outdoor billboard posting in which your child will be featured to promote the Buddy Walk®.   Also, teams calling on corporate sponsors may use DSI corporate sponsorship package information to solicit prospects.   Corporations contributing through teams will receive the same sponsorship opportunities as if they were directly solicited by the organization.   Teams will designate these contributions as off-line donations.

To gather sponsorship package information, contact Mike Wolinsky, DSI Director of Resource Development by calling (317) 925-7617 or toll free, 888-989-9255 or sending e-mail request to mike@dsindiana.org.   MIke can also help you organize third party fund raisers and promotional programs to help raise additional funds.

Register your Buddy Walk® team today and help us make an impact on the lives of thousands of Hoosiers. 

As always, thank you for your involvement and participation. Without each and every one of you, Down Syndrome Indiana would not be able to continue its positive impact on the community!

Sincerely,

The Down Syndrome Indiana Buddy Walk® Team
 

 

Buddy Walk ® Volunteers Needed:

If anyone is interested in serving on the Buddy Walk® Committee we will be having our first committee meeting on Sunday, April 1st, 2012  from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. (location TBA) .  Contact Mike Wolinsky  by e-mail at mike@dsindiana.org or by phone (317) 925-7617 for more information! 

Also, if you are interested in volunteering on the day of the walk contact Lisa Wells by e-mail at lisa@dsindiana.org or by phone (317) 925-7617 for more information!

About

DSI is a not-for-profit organization serving the needs of individuals with Down syndrome and their families. DSI is supported by a dedicated board of directors, a 5 member staff and countless volunteers. The programs & services provided by DSI are supported totally by individual and corporate donations combined with annual fund raisers & special events.

Mission

Down Syndrome Indiana is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Down syndrome. Our mission is to serve as a conduit of information, support and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome and their families, which promotes growth and inclusion in the community.

Vision

DSI is committed to supporting individuals with Down syndrome throughout their lifetime by: promoting self advocacy, inclusion & participation in the community, being the most comprehensive resource on Down syndrome, serving as the state leader for public policy advocacy, & increasing positive public awareness.

Description

DSI is a not-for-profit, 501(c)3, non-member organization serving the needs of individuals with Down syndrome along with their families, caregivers, teachers and employers. We are supported by a dedicated Board of Directors, a full time Executive Director, 4 additional staff persons, and numerous volunteers. DSI offers a wide variety of resources for families and medical professionals. In addition, DSI coordinates active support groups to connect families. We host several events throughout the year. Some events are fund-raising activities that support not only the Indiana organization as well as national research efforts. Other events are usually recreational or social in nature. The programs and services of the organization are supported totally by individual and corporate donations, grants and special events.