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The Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Society depends on donations and fundraisers to provide programs and services and to meet operational costs. Your gifts, both large and small, will help us achieve our mission.

It is only through the generosity of many individuals & corporations that CADSS is able to provide quality programs and services for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Thank you in advance for your generous support which allows us to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of individuals with Down Syndrome and their families each year.

 

All donations are 100% tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

 

Please click on one of the buttons to the right if you would like to make an online donation.

Donations may also be made by check:

Please make checks payable  to CADSS and remit to:

Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Society

PO Box 9525

Mobile, AL 36691

How does your donation help our organization?

 

We have a responsibility to our community and our donors and work hard to ensure long-term sustainability of the organization. We make our IRS Form 990 available for review, as required by law. Visit our Financials page to learn more.

93% of every dollar raised by Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Buddy Walk® teams stays in Mobile and Baldwin County.

7% of every dollar raised by Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Buddy Walk® teams is sent to National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) for national advocacy and support.

 

Expectant/New Parent Support:

  • Newborn hospital and home visits
  • New Parent Basket with valuable resources and information about the journey with Down Syndrome

Support/Activities:

  • “Down Right Cuties” support group for ages 0-14
  • “Icebreakers Club” support group for ages 15 and up
  • Social activities/interaction include playdates, movie dates, bowling parties, art classes, ballet/theatre shows, concerts and more.

Awareness:

  • CADSS website
  • CADSS Facebook groups
  • CADSS newsletter
  • CADSS Buddy Walk® during the month of March to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, March 21st  

Social Events:

  • Mobile Challenged Revelers Mardi Gras parade
  • Summer Pool party at Isle of Dauphine, Dauphin Island
  • Fishing Rodeo with Conde Cavaliers, Dauphin Island
  • Christmas Party with food, games and a visit from Santa with a gift for every member and each sibling under 12 years old.
  • Easter Celebration at the farm

Education/Therapy:

  • Membership meetings with guest speakers to address areas of concern (education, healthcare, legal concerns, job placement)
  • Regional and national conferences for individuals with Down Syndrome
  • Books, brochures and other materials for new parents
  • Purchase of adaptive equipment for physical therapy
  • Equipment Lending program for our members

Advocacy:

  • Members attend local, state, and national meetings to ensure the value, acceptance, and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome. Many issues we address are related to education, healthcare, research, employment, and transition.  We want our voices to be heard, engaging local, state, and federal government agencies on critical issues and legislation facing the Down Syndrome community. 
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