Welcome DSL’s new Family Engagement Coordinator, Rachel Cummings

“Hey there, DSL crew, members and family! I’m Rachel Cummings, and I’m the new Family Engagement Coordinator! My journey here began in 2006, when my younger brother Ben was born with Down syndrome. In 2017, I began working with a research lab at the University of Louisville that specializes in children and individuals with genetic […]

Louisville Ballet’s Adaptive Dance Program for DSL’s Boogie Down Ballet

Your Voice Matters! Contact Senators Mitch McConnell & Rand Paul Today!

DSL is proud to be working with the Global Down Syndrome Foundation to pass the life-changing DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act of 2024 (S. 3981). ​ Named after Jamie Foxx’s little sister, DeOndra, who tragically passed away in 2020, this legislation will secure increased federal funding for Down syndrome research and medical care for our […]

A bittersweet message from our Executive Director

Welcome Ashley C

Please help us welcome DSL’s new Teen and Adult Transitions Manager, Ashley Corley!     Hello DSL members, families and friends, My name is Ashley Corley, and I am the new Teen & Adult Transition Manager! Down Syndrome of Louisville has been a place near and dear to my heart for many years. For those […]

Meet our 2024 Annual Award Winners…

Citizens of the Year: Trenton Brunner & Corey Morgan For Outstanding Achievements in the Down Syndrome Community A few things shared about them: “Corey is a true kindness warrior. He works two jobs at Home Depot and Walgreens where he gets praises from his bosses. Corey participates in many sports through specials Olympics. He created […]

Welcome Jon B

Please give a warm welcome to DSL’s new Engagement Coordinator Jon B! “Hello! My name is Jon Beams! I first learned about DSL years ago through volunteer programs and the robust community in and around Kentuckiana. I believe in bringing positive experiences and fun with me everywhere I go. A smile truly speaks a thousand words! […]

Welcome Sydney and Carrie!

DSL’s new Preschool is up and running thanks to our new team members! “My name is Sydney Bastin and I am so excited to lead the new DSL preschool program! With a bachelor’s in health science from Spalding University, and experience at several nonprofits in the area including Sproutlings Pediatric Daycare and Home of the […]

Club 21 with Gravely Brewing Co

Join DSL at Gravely Brewing Co for our first-ever beer release! We’ve partnered with Gravely Brewing Co for our first-ever beer, the “Boogie Down Brew”! Join DSL at Gravely on Friday, October 11th from 5-8 for our official beer release! Enjoy not only a fresh beverage but also a performance from the Boogie Down Crew! […]

DSL’s Career Solutions in the News

CLICK HERE to read the article from the Courier Journal on Zac, Drew, and our Career Solutions program!

Down Syndrome of Louisville’s 2024 Graduates!

Congratulations to DSL members Jill Wright and Jack Chady on graduating from Bellarmine University’s College Connections Program!  Let’s get to know our graduates a little more! Jill’s favorite subjects to study in school are Photography, Acting, and Communications. Outside of the classroom, you can find Jill enjoying volunteering, playing sports, and learning American Sign […]

A Derby Double for DSL!

Win a piece of Derby 150 History While Supporting Down Syndrome of Louisville   Nonprofit Benefits from Raffle of Winning Jockey’s Oaks and Derby Pants Click here for DSL’s Press Release Louisville, Ky. (May 5, 2024) – Following their attendance at the Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) Gallop Gala in April, jockey Brian Hernandez and […]