CHARITY ATHLETES:
Name Your Race!

Be a Charity Athlete – Do the Distance for Down syndrome

The suggested fundraising minimum for Name Your Race is $250.

Contact us at marathon@upsfordowns.org for details

Each UPS for DownS Charity Athlete will receive:

  • A custom “Charity Athlete” Training shirt;
  • UPS for DownS team runs;
  • Participation in Endurance Team e-group with exchange of advice and recommendations about training and fundraising;
  • The opportunity to be paired with a person with Down syndrome through our Adopt-a-Runner program;
  • Personal fundraising web page!
Not an athlete?  We are always in need of volunteers at these incredibly fun events. Volunteer activities include cheering on runners, Adopt-a-Runner, passing out water, assisting at team fun runs, helping with the Endurance Team Committee.  We promise that none of these activities require running, swimming or biking insane distances (though hanging around these athlete types might inspire you to put down the donut and go for a walk)!
Funds raised by the UPS for Downs Endurance Team support The Katie MacDonald Down Syndrome Literacy Project.
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Do people with Down syndrome grow up?

Yes. In adulthood, many people with Down syndrome have jobs, go to college, live independently, and support their communities. People with Down syndrome bring to their jobs enthusiasm, reliability, and dedication.

Why does my friend with Down Syndrome act differently than other kids?

People with Down syndrome have difficulty with language and talking.  Many kids want to interact and play with their friends, but don't know how, are afraid they won't be understood, or afraid they will be told "no, you can't play". Some kids with Down syndrome get overwhelmed when too many things are going on at the same time.