In Loving Memory of Emily McCullum

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Emily Brooke McCullum, a beloved member of our Down Syndrome of Louisville family. Emily touched countless lives with her kindness, joy, and love for others. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and all who loved her. A celebration of Emily’s life will […]

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

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 Awarded $4,500 Grant from GPD Employees’ Foundation

Down Syndrome of Louisville is honored to be a recipient of a grant of $4,500 from the GPD Employees’ Foundation. The partnership with GPD will allow us to continue providing vital services to individuals with Down syndrome that are just beginning their educational journey. Their support of our Summer Education Enrichment Camp will help our […]

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 […]

Friends Reunite Thanks to DSL & Special Olympics KY

John and Byron became acquainted at DSL seven years ago through our adult tutoring program and immediately formed a strong connection! They now collaborate as co-coaches for DSL’s Special Olympics Young Athletes, showcasing an exceptional partnership. John, a dedicated father to a child with DS, and JCPS teacher alongside Byron, a passionate DSL member with […]

New Weekly Update Posted

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New DSL Committees

DSL Families, We are launching NEW DSL Volunteer Committees and we are excited to have our families participate. Please scroll through these photos to see the new committees forming and if you are interested in any of them fill out the form below. These committees will meet 4-6 times a year (some in-person/Some virtual) but […]

Glamming for Gala 2024 Recap



DSL Visits the Capitol!

Three members of the Adult Developmental Academy got to go to Frankfort to participate in the Sunny Pages program. They also got to make an informational video about World Down Syndrome Day, and the Rock Your Socks movement.  Sam, Joe, and Connor got to be honorary pages on the Senate floor for the day. They […]