This page was designed to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and provide general information about this genetic condition. Down syndrome is caused by an additional copy of all or part of the 21st chromosome. On this page there are 21 Down syndrome facts, and 21 photo squares. Each Aware-Square was contributed with love by an individual or family to help raise awareness. Please stay a while and enjoy! Scroll down for links to more information.
If you would like to learn more about all of the wonderful things happening in the Down syndrome community - from research, to advocacy work, to adoption and scholarship opportunities, and more - we invite you to visit the websites of some of our favorite organizations below!
Please note that Reeve's Tees, LLC is NOT a non-profit organization; nor are we affiliated with any of the organizations listed below. The descriptions for each organization are from their respective websites.
The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
The Global Down Syndrome Foundation is a public non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through Research, Medical Care, Education and Advocacy.
The mission of Reece’s Rainbow is to advocate and find families for orphans with Down syndrome and other special needs by raising funds for adoption grants and promoting awareness through an online community, media communications, and other events.
Our mission at Ruby’s Rainbow is to grant scholarships to adults with Down syndrome who are seeking post-secondary education, enrichment or vocational classes. It is our goal to create awareness of the capabilities of these amazing individuals and help them achieve their dreams of higher education.
The mission of the LuMind Foundation is to stimulate biomedical research that will accelerate the development of treatments to significantly improve cognition, including memory, learning and speech, for individuals with Down syndrome.
The Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN) supports families with current information and real-life accounts of life with Down syndrome during the prenatal to early childhood phases. DSDN is committed to facilitating unbiased, family-centered discussion of Down syndrome within the medical community.
PALS Programs provides a place for young adults with Down syndrome and their peers to have fun, grow as individuals, and build transformative friendships.
The National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) is dedicated to an improved world for individuals with Down syndrome. They are the leading national resource of support and information for anyone touched by or seeking to learn about Down syndrome.
Gigi’s playhouse is the only worldwide network of down syndrome achievement centers; changing lives through free, results-driven programs for individuals of all ages, their families and communities.
National AMBUCS, Inc. is a nonprofit charitable organization with a diverse membership dedicated to creating mobility and independence for people with disabilities.
Buddy Up Tennis provides an enjoyable supportive environment where Athletes can learn to play tennis while engaging in activities in order to improve their athletic, social and emotional development with one on one attention from their Buddies.
This program is designed to provide educational opportunities for people with Down syndrome in Honduras. Teachers and assistants will partner with participants and their families to create individualized plans in an effort to meet the needs of each student.
This is about my Daughter Lauren and the things she has taught me. Lauren has Down Syndrome and is the Teacher. She has made me who I am today.
Don't worry about a thing, 'cause every little thing is gonna be alright. Join us as we embark on the adventure of raising 2 crazy boys and our little surprise daughter who happens to be rockin' an extra chromosome!
The Tesori Family Foundation was founded in 2009 by former PGA TOUR player and current PGA TOUR caddie, Paul Tesori along with his then fiancee (now proud wife) Michelle, to give back to those in need in the Northeast Florida community. In early 2014, after the much anticipated arrival of baby Isaiah, the foundation expanded to give back not only in Paul's hometown community, but throughout the United States.
Parenthood. Life. Down syndrome. Faith. Except from the author: "My life changed a lot when I found out my 3rd child would be born with Down syndrome. But then again, it really hasn't changed so much. We're still living life, trusting God, raising our kids, and loving having a baby in the house."
I am a typical teenage girl except I have an extra chromosome. Down Syndrome helps make me the individual I am. In addition to acting, I enjoy modeling, swimming, cheer leading, gymnastics, and soccer. This year I am celebrating my eleventh year as a Girl Scout!
I am the founder of Tim's Big Heart, a motivational speaker, an entrepreneur, a disability advocate, a motivational speaker and a hugger!
Spread the Word to End the Word is an ongoing effort by Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and our supporters to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word.
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