Meet our 2023 Annual Award Winners…
Joseph O. Thomas Volunteer Award goes to Pam Taylor – For extraordinary volunteer service to Down Syndrome of Louisville. “Pam has been dedicating her time and talents to DSL for many years She unselfishly gives of her time. Her hours devoted behind the scenes would be impossible to add up!” “Pam is always willing to help […]
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DSL’s Got Talent 2023
Down Syndrome of Louisville Presents DSL’s Got Talent 2023 Directed and Produced by Carly Riggs Hosted by David Desanctis and Jesse Rasmussen ASL Interpretation by Shayne and Lindsay Event Schedule Intermission & Minute to Win It Use the QR code below or login to Venmo to Donate & Support More Member Programming like DSL’s […]
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Academy Members from Down Syndrome of Louisville Embrace Gardening
The Academy members from Down Syndrome of Louisville have embarked on a gardening journey, showcasing their determination and love for nature. By cultivating their own garden, these individuals have discovered a newfound sense of independence, community, and accomplishment. Gardening has proven to be a therapeutic activity for the Academy members from Down Syndrome of Louisville, […]
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Gary Palmisano, VP of Racing at Churchill Downs, 2023 Gallop Gala Friendship Award Winner
Each year our Friendship Award is presented to an organization or individual who has shown an exceptional level of support for DSL. This year’s recipient doesn’t have a family member with Down syndrome. But he has a can-do attitude, a kind personality, and a big heart, especially for our amazing members. He has been unbelievably […]
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Down Syndrome of Louisville Raises $270,822 at 12th Annual Gallop Gala
Photo by Bill Wine Photography LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Down Syndrome of Louisville’s (DSL) 12th Annual Gallop Gala commenced Friday night at the Galt House Hotel with $270,822 raised to help support the world’s largest and most advanced regional Down syndrome community that serves 24 counties throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana. The funds raised will benefit DSL’s mission […]
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Win 2 tickets to the Gallop Gala
Bring bottles to any DSL Event or to our physical location 5001 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy by April 1 and get 1 chance for each bottle that you donate! Questions? Contact KarenS@dsoflou.org
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World Down Syndrome Day 2023- Choose Your Own Adventure
Down Syndrome of Louisville Encourages Community to Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day The nonprofit is teaming up with local businesses for a weekend-long celebration. To see the complete calendar of events for DSL’s World Down Syndrome Day celebration, see below. Louisville, Ky. (March 15, 2023) – Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) is celebrating World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) […]
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Gallop Gala Preview Party
Down Syndrome of Louisville wants YOU to join us for our preview party where you will experience a taste of Gallop Gala ’23. Featuring our signature drink, “The Sparkler,” and yummy appetizers, it’s sure to be a night to remember! We will be raffling off a Thunder Over Louisville suite for 20! As an added […]
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Dill Pickle Soup- Virtual Cooking Class
DSL Chef Level: Easy (stove, optional crockpot) Ingredients: 1 package of bratwurst (Carly will use bacon and cheddar) Some folks use already cooked/grilled brats for this and slice them for the soup. This is a great recipe for grill leftovers! Carly will be cooking her brats like sausage during class) 1 small onion, chopped 1 […]
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Crockpot Chili- Virtual Cooking Class
DSL Chef Level: Easy (stove, crockpot) Ingredients: 1 pound of ground beef or ground turkey 1 packet of Bloemer’s Chili Seasoning 1 can kidney beans 1 16oz jar of chunky salsa (We like ChiChis brand) 1 4oz can of tomato paste 1 8oz can of tomato sauce Macaroni or spaghetti noodles (optional) Cheddar cheese (for […]
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2022 DSL Impact Report
Check out our 2022 Impact Report!
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Support our #GivingTuesday campaign! People all around the world are coming together to tap into the power of human connection and strengthen communities and change the world. Will you be one of them? Donate to our Giving Tuesday campaign here!
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