Hi Everyone!

Thanks for visiting our fund-raising page for the 2008 Buddy Walk. Last year was the first year we participated in the walk and it was a great experience!

First off, Mark and I would like to thank everyone again for their generosity last year. We were blown away with how much money we were able to raise for the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota. The money raised by the Buddy Walk provides the Association with about one half of their yearly operating budget. Just a little background on the Buddy Walk, it was developed by the National Down Syndrome Society in 1995 to promote awareness and advocacy for people with Down syndrome and has grown from 17 walks in 1996 to over 275 in 2007.

Now an update on our "Little Buddy" Andrew (which is really what we call him at home!). He turned 3 in July. He started the preschool room at daycare and is loving all the activity! His favorite person is probably his big sister Kate, who he loves to imitate and as she would say "wrestle her". He loves music and is obsessed with The Wiggles! He is a true preschooler!!

The Walk this year is Sunday, Sept. 21. It is a really fun family event and we would love for anyone and everyone to join us.   Please let us know if you are interested by emailing us at : anathe@frontiernet.net. 


A little note about donating through this site, it is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to our fundraising efforts. If you do not feel comfortable with donating on line please let us know at the email address above.

 We can't thank you enough for all your support! We know we are so blessed to have such fabulous families and friends.

(Please feel free to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!)

Thanks Again!
Love,
The Nathes
Mark, Ann, Kate and Andrew