DSL on Talk About Town Podcast
Our very own Sam Roach, Julie Torzewski, and Tim Curtis were just on the Talk About Town podcast sharing about DSL and our amazing members! Check it out: https://fb.watch/o0KPiTy1AJ/
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Ds Awareness Month – Meet Danny, Sammy, & Cammy
Meet our trio: Danny (9), Sammy (7), and Cammy (6)! Danny loves all kinds of music, fancy table settings, every cheese and chocolate known to man, hiking and exploring, building with legos, playing in sand or water, and swinging! He didn’t start to walk on his own until age 6, and now he is making […]
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Ds Awareness Month – Meet Emily
This is Emily she’s 7 yrs old.. she goes to 2nd grade Emily loves music, swimming she’s a little mermaid, loves to watch Disney channel, Loves spending time with her sister and cousins… Emily still working really hard with her teachers and therapists.. working on communication skills.. working on recognizing the letters of her […]
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Ds Awareness Month – Meet Brystol
Meet Brystol! This is Brystol Rae she is our little Ray of sunshine who just so happens to love the color yellow! She likes to calm down by watching Hey Bear! She enjoys laying on the ground playing with her toys and making people laugh with all her facial expressions. She’s always happy to […]
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DSL launches App to make getting information easy!
We are so excited to launch our new app for our families, friends & supporters! Why an App? Currently, we rely on many different types of communication including emails, social media posts, etc. which can create a scattered and disjointed experience for our families. A Mobile app allows us to consistently reach all families- despite […]
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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 Executive Director Named 2023 “Most Admired Woman”
We are thrilled to announce that Julie Torzewski, Executive Director at Down Syndrome of Louisville, has been honored as Today’s Woman Magazine’s “Most Admired Woman” in the category of “Community and Sisterhood”! Julie’s dedication and passion for advocating for individuals with Down syndrome and their families have made her an inspiring leader. She has transformed […]
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Celebrating Love and Generosity: Tommy and Jennifer Lankswert’s Wedding Donation to Down Syndrome of Louisville
Love has the power to bring people together and inspire acts of kindness. In a heartwarming gesture, Tommy and Jennifer Lankswert recently celebrated their marriage by making a remarkable decision. Instead of asking for traditional wedding gifts, they chose to support a cause close to their hearts: Down Syndrome of Louisville. This selfless act not […]
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Kindness Warriors Training at Amazon Fosters Inclusivity
Recently, Down Syndrome of Louisville visited Amazon to conduct Kindness Warrior Training for some of their SDF9 leaders. The Kindness Warrior training is a unique and inclusive etiquette program aimed at fostering empathy, respect, and kindness. Kindness Warrior Training: Cultivating Empathy and Inclusion Kindness Warrior Training is an innovative program designed to equip individuals from […]
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Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day with the Lucky Few Tattoo Event
World Down Syndrome Day is a special occasion that brings together communities worldwide to raise awareness, celebrate individuals with Down syndrome, and promote inclusion. At Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL), we wanted to mark this significant day in a unique and meaningful way- and this year marked the first annual Lucky Few Tattoo event. In […]
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Celebrating Brianna Heitzman: A Champion of Inclusion and Advocate for All
In a world that constantly strives for progress and equality, it is important to recognize individuals who dedicate themselves to advocating for the rights and inclusion of marginalized communities. Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) is proud to have an extraordinary employee, Brianna Heitzman, who has recently been honored with the prestigious Jim Chesser Award for […]
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With help of DSL Board Member, Danny Slaton, Kentucky Passes Nondiscrimination Organ Transplant Bill (HB238)
May 1st: The Bill is signed and it’s now official! Thank you Governor Andy Beshear, #TeamKentucky, and Danny Slaton for this HUGE step forward! DSL advocated for this legislation to prevent discrimination based solely on disability in the organ transplantation process for people with Down syndrome and other disabilities should they experience discrimination. Governor Beshear said […]
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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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DSL Advocating in Washington, DC
Down Syndrome of Louisville members, Lucas Fortwengler and Chris Payne are attending the 2023 NDSS Advocacy Conference on March 17-19 in Washington DC along with Board Vice-President, Danny Slaton, and Executive Director, Julie Torzewski. They will be learning about all of the legislative priorities on the Down syndrome community on the hill and then advocating […]
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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 [email protected]
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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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In loving memory of Katherine Scholtz
It is with the deepest sadness we share with you one of our most beloved members, Katherine Scholtz has passed. Known here at DSL as “KitKat” she was truly magic. She lit up any room she was in, and she knew it! Katherine was We will miss her dearly and feel honored and grateful to […]
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