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🎉 Today is 925Gives!

We’re excited to be participating in this one-day giving drive supporting local nonprofits — and we’d love your help!

If you’re able, a gift of just $10 can make a difference and help DSCBA continue providing programs, support, and connections for people with Down syndrome and their families. 💙

💙 GIVE: Visit https://www.925gives.org/organizations/down-syndrome-connection-of-the-bay-area and make your gift anytime before 11:59 p.m. tonight.

📣 SHARE: Online giving days are powered by our community! Share this post with your friends and family and help us reach more local supporters.

We know there are lots of ways you support DSCBA throughout the year, and we truly appreciate every one of them. Thank you for being part of our community! 💙

#925Gives #DSCBA #DownSyndrome #GiveLocal #925Area by @dscba

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3 days ago

💙 There’s still time to Step Up with us!

Meet the Dancing Divas — Olivia, Azaria and their families — and learn why the Walk means so much to them.

Join us for our 20th Anniversary Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk on October 11 at Oak Hill Park in Danville! 👟🎉

Create a team, join a team, or register as a virtual fundraiser: give.dscba.org/stepup

#StepUpForDownSyndrome #DSCBA #DownSyndrome #20thAnniversary #WalkWithUs #BayArea #Fundraiser #CelebrateAbilities by @dscba

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5 days ago

👟 Team Spotlight: Shakas for Jake! 🌺💙

We’re Stepping Up for Jake — and for everything he represents! Jake brings kindness, positivity, openness, and plenty of Aloha Spirit wherever he goes. 🤙

A true globetrotter, Jake has traveled to Ireland, Italy, Germany, Mexico, Hawaii and more! 🌎✈️

We’re proud to stand beside Jake and help build a world where people with Down syndrome are seen for exactly who they are: capable, important, and loved. 💙

Join Shakas for Jake and Step Up with us on October 11! 👟

🔗 give.dscba.org/stepup

#DSCBA #StepUpWalk #ShakasForJake #DownSyndrome #Inclusion #Acceptance #TeamSpotlight #WhoDoYouWalkFor #StepUpForDownSyndrome by @dscba

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9 days ago

🎁🎈Happy 11th birthday, Brayden! 🎂🥳

We hope you have an amazing day celebrating your special day today!

Help us wish Brayden a very Happy Birthday! 🎉🧁

#HappyBirthday #BirthdayBoy #DSCBA #DownSyndromeCommunity #CelebrateEveryMilestone #MakingConnections by @dscba

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10 days ago

🚨 2 DAYS LEFT! 🚨

Want your team name on the 2026 Step Up Walk sweatshirt? 👕💙

You have until THIS FRIDAY, September 18th to create your team and get your team name printed on this year’s official Walk T-shirt! 🙌

⏰ Don’t wait!
👟 Create your team by Friday
👕 See your team name on the T-shirt
💙 Step up together with family and friends

Our goal is 100 teams and $150,000 raised by October 11th. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪

👉 Create your team: give.dscba.org/stepup

#StepUpWalk #DSCBA #DownSyndromeConnection #StepUpTogether #TeamDSCBA #20YearsOfWalking by @dscba

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Thank you @dscba for having me at the Empowering Every Stage Conference as the Keynote Speaker. 🎤💜I am so thankful for everyone’s participation, questions and listeing on ways on how your unique voice can inspire change 💜

It was an honor to share my perspective and heart for community coming together!

Let’s continue leading with love and continue showing up for what matters most: your community!🫂💜

#NicoleforLove #LoveRevolution #dscba #disabilityspeaker #advocate by @dscba

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14 days ago

What an incredible day of learning, connection, and community!

Our conference brought families together to share experiences, connect with local service providers and experts, discover valuable resources, and build connections that extend far beyond the day.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this day so meaningful. We’re grateful for this incredible community and all the ways we continue to grow and support one another. 💙💛

#DSCBA #EmpoweringEveryStage by @dscba

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14 days ago

🎉 We’re a Finalist for the 2026 Community Awards!

We’re honored to be recognized as a finalist alongside so many incredible businesses, organizations, and community leaders.

But who will take home the award? 🏆 Find out at the Community Awards Gala on September 22nd!

We’d love for our friends, family, clients, and supporters to join us for this special evening of celebration.

🎟️ Reserve your seats: Visit @danvilleareachamber and click the link in their bio for tickets.

📅 September 22, 2026
🥂 2026 Community Awards Gala
📍 Crow Canyon Country Club

Thank you to the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce for this incredible recognition. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

#DanvilleAreaChamber #CommunityAwards #DanvilleCA #DanvilleCommunity #SupportLocal #CelebrateLocal by @dscba

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19 days ago

🎉 THIS SATURDAY! 🎉

There’s still time to join us for the Empowering Every Stage Conference! 💙

Whether you’re an individual with Down syndrome (18+), family member, caregiver, educator, or professional, this conference is designed to connect, inspire, educate, and empower our community.

✨ Learn from knowledgeable presenters and exhibitors
🤝 Connect with other families and self-advocates
💡 Discover resources and new ideas
💙 Gain tools to support individuals with Down syndrome at every stage of life
🥐 Enjoy a continental breakfast and lunch — included with your registration!

📅 Saturday, September 12, 9am-3pm
📍 Lafayette Community Center – Jennifer Russell Building
500 St. Mary’s Road, Lafayette, CA 94549

Registration is still open, but the conference is THIS SATURDAY! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special day. 🙌

👉 Register today: LINK IN BIO!

We’d love to see you there! 💙

#EmpoweringEveryStage #DSCBA #DownSyndromeConnection #DownSyndromeCommunity #SelfAdvocacy #FamilySupport by @dscba

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20 days ago

👟 Team Spotlight: Hallie Boo Crew! 💙💛

Meet Hallie Boo Crew! 💙 Hallie is just 2 years old, but she’s already amazing everyone around her every day! She makes everyone smile and is determined to succeed in everything she does. 🥰

And check this out — Hallie has already learned 35 new signs! 🙌👏 We absolutely love celebrating her progress and all the possibilities ahead!

Thank you, Hallie Boo Crew, for stepping up and supporting our Down syndrome community! We’re thrilled to step up with you, Hallie Boo! 💙💛

Want to join the fun? Create your team and step up with us for the 2026 Step Up Walk & Family Picnic! 👟 give.dscba.org/stepup

#StepUpWalk #HallieBooCrew #DownSyndromeConnection #DownSyndromeCommunity #StepUpTogether #TeamSpotlight #Possibilities #DownSyndromeAwareness by @dscba

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21 days ago

🚨 TEAM CHALLENGE ALERT! 🚨

We’re on a mission to reach 50 teams by September 5th! 👣💙

Every team created by September 5th will be entered into a prize drawing! 🎉 So don’t wait — grab your family, friends, coworkers, or favorite crew and create your Walk team today!

🙌 A BIG thank you to everyone who has already created a team and started fundraising. We appreciate you stepping up for our community!

And remember, this is just the beginning. Our ultimate goal is:
🎯 100 teams
💙 $150,000 raised
📅 By October 11th

Let’s hit 50 teams by 9/5 and keep stepping up together! 👟👟

👉 Create your team and join us for the 2026 Bay Area Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk! give.dscba.org/stepup

#StepUpForDownSyndrome #DSCBA #WalkChallenge #50TeamsBy95 #20YearsOfSteppingUp #DownSyndromeCommunity #StepUpTogether #FundraisingForDownSyndrome by @dscba

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24 days ago

🎉 Meet Our Empowering Every Stage Conference Exhibitors!

We’re excited to welcome a great group of exhibitors who will be joining us at the Empowering Every Stage Conference! 💙

Be sure to take some time throughout the day to visit their tables, learn more about the resources and services they offer, ask questions, and make connections that can support you and your family.

We’re grateful to all the exhibitors for being part of this special day and sharing their expertise and resources with our community!

📅 Saturday, September 12
📍 Lafayette Community Center
👉 Learn more & register: LINK IN BIO!

Come for the sessions, stay for the connections! 💙

#EmpoweringEveryStage #DSCBA #DownSyndromeCommunity #DownSyndrome #CommunityResources #Conference2026 by @dscba

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