Pop-Up Programming Success
With the generous support of the NASCAR Foundation, Down Syndrome of Louisville began providing Pop-Up Programming in areas around Louisville in February and it has been a positive experience for all involved. Many of our members cannot make it to our campus for classes due to distance- but they have welcomed having opportunities that they […]
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Down Syndrome of Louisville Announces its 30th Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament
Nonprofit to host unFOREgettable event on June 12-13 to benefit its mission Presented by Zoeller Pump Company Louisville, Ky. (May 9, 2022) – Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) will host its 30th annual Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament, presented by Zoeller Pump Company, on June 12-13 at Audubon Country Club. All funds raised from the event will […]
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DSL’s Own David DeSanctis in Hallmark Movie Out June 12
Hallmark to Debut Romance Centered on Lead Character With Down Syndrome (Exclusive) By Philiana Ng 10:56 AM PDT, April 13, 2022 Link to original article Hallmark Movies & Mysteries will premiere a new romance centered on a lead character with Down syndrome, ET can exclusively reveal. Color My World With Love, which recently wrapped production, follows Kendall […]
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DSL Members Selected to Participate in Kentucky Derby Festival Fashion Show
Down Syndrome of Louisville Members Selected to Participate in Kentucky Derby Festival Spring Fashion Show Bridget Matsen and Madeline Franklin will be walking the runway on Thursday, March 31 LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 30, 2022) – Two Down Syndrome of Louisville members will participate in the 2022 Kentucky Derby Festival (KDF) Spring Fashion Show Presented by Macy’s […]
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WDSD Spotlight – Meet Louis
This is Louis! He is 2 and a half and just got the hang of walking. He loves to walk up and give hugs on the legs and say aww! He enjoys watching all sports, musicals, and Bluey! Louis is looking forward to becoming a big brother for the first time, next month!
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WDSD Spotlight – Meet Harris
My name is Harris. I’m 2 going on 25. I’m a happy little kid but sometimes I like to mix it up and show my bossy side. When I start pointing at things, that’s when I mean business. My hobbies include building forts, playing with my twin brother, and seeing how far I can throw […]
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WDSD Spotlight – Meet Tyson
Hi, my name is Tyson! I’m two years old and I’m learning how to walk and eat solid foods. I love my family and giving them hugs and kisses (and sometimes pulling their hair). I enjoy going to DSL to sing with Mrs. Dawn and play with my friends (and I especially like going into […]
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2022 WDSD Spotlight – Meet Sydney
Day five of our #WorldDownSyndromeDay Countdown! Meet Sydney! Hi! I’m Sydney Brooklyn and I’m 3 months old. I love to snuggle and smile. My family is so thankful for me Would you like to share a spotlight of someone you love with Ds? Contact ivyf@dsoflou.org
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2022 WDSD Spotlight – Meet Miracle
World Down Syndrome Day is this month on March 21st! We’ll be celebrating all month long by sharing spotlights of the amazing members in our community with Down syndrome! My name is Miracle. I’m 4yrs old and the youngest of all my siblings. I love to see people smile and be happy. I’m a pre-k […]
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Penn Station Hosts National Fundraiser for Local Down Syndrome Associations
Funds raised at Louisville Penn Station locations will be donated to Down Syndrome of Louisville For the third year in a row, Penn Station is hosting its Round-Up for Down Syndrome campaign from March 1-21, which will benefit Down Syndrome organizations across the country, including Down Syndrome of Louisville. During the campaign, participants can grab […]
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Down Syndrome of Louisville Fundraiser Returns to Live Format
Down Syndrome of Louisville Fundraiser Returns to Live Format The 11th Annual Gallop Gala presented by MHS Louisville, Ky. (Feb. 2, 2022) – Down Syndrome of Louisville is celebrating the 11th year of it’s popular fundraising event, the Gallop Gala, by returning to an in-person format. The event will be held at Churchill Downs on […]
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DSL Career Solutions Trainees Start New Jobs
BIG congrats to Bailee – today is her first day of work at her first PAID position, at Burkes Outlet!! We are so proud of you, Bailee! A big thanks and congrats to Kristen Falcone and the DSL Career Solutions Team for training Bailee and prepping her for success!! Another proud Career Solutions moment today […]
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Thank you to everyone who stayed the course and voted for Jeff each day during this exciting season! We are so excited to announce that our votes paid off and Jeff won NASCAR’s Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award! This is a huge win for Jeff and DSL! The $100,000 will allow us to continue to support, educate, and advocate, and provide Early Education Programming to unreached families in Metro Louisville. We are so proud of Jeff and grateful for his work as a Kindness Warrior, representing DSL and our mission all throughout this race! Thank you to everyone who voted for Jeff each day – we are truly blown away by the support of our community. We could not have won this race without YOU!!
