DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to our DSACO moms!

We hope that you enjoy your day and know just how amazing you are.

Your unwavering love, advocacy, and support shine through each and every day in all that you do! From therapies and potty training to advocacy and awareness - you do it all with grace and strength.

Today, and every day, DSACO celebrates YOU! Wishing you a day filled with love and celebration.

05/09/2026

“Raising my son has been one of the greatest blessings in my life, but this journey is not meant to be done alone.”

Check out ElevateDD's most recent blog post written by DSACO's Program Coordinator of New Parent Services & Social Media, Courtney Frost!

As we move closer to Mother's Day, hear from Courtney as she shares her "confessions" about what her journey with her son has looked like, and how DSACO has played an important role in it.

“Raising my son has been one of the greatest blessings in my life, but this journey is not meant to be done alone.”

As we prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day this Sunday, we’re honored to share this heartfelt reflection from DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio’s Courtney Frost.

In her powerful story, Courtney reflects on the beauty, challenges, and unexpected blessings of raising a child with Down syndrome, and the incredible community she has found through DSACO along the way. Her words are a reminder that while every motherhood journey is unique, no mom should have to walk it alone.

Read how connection, understanding, and support from fellow DSACO moms have helped shape her journey and created a community of belonging that continues to uplift and inspire: https://www.elevatedd.org/news/confessionsofadsacomom

05/08/2026

Big hats, big hearts, and a big impact!

This past weekend DSACO welcomed over 100 attendees to our inaugural DSACO Derby Day event at COhatch Polaris!

From start to finish, the afternoon was filled with joy, laughter, and a shared sense of community.

Thanks to your support, we raised nearly $30,000 to help power DSACO’s work serving alongside people with Down syndrome and their families through every age and stage of life.

A special thank you to our self-advocates, many of whom stepped into the spotlight as bartenders and shared their creativity through one-of-a-kind stick horses featured in our live auction.

Thank you to our volunteers, committee members, sponsors, and to TaylorBruck for keeping the energy high as our emcee. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this exciting inaugural event, your energy and excitement was contagious!

We can't wait to continue this new annual event; we'll see you next year!

05/07/2026

We're gearing up to celebrate our 25th Columbus Buddy Walk on Sunday, October 4 and we need YOU to help us make this day an extraordinary one!

Spend your Sunday creating memories to last a lifetime, good feelings and smiles guaranteed! We have many different ways to volunteer and help out, from team t-shirt pick-up days to walk day set-up and tear down - there's something for everyone!

If you're interested in volunteering, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040448AFAF2AA4FB6-62991754-2026 #/ to see all of the opportunities and sign up!

05/07/2026

Join us for our next Spanish Speaking M.O.M.S. night out!

Meet up for dinner and good conversation with your fellow DSACO moms on Saturday, May 9 at 5 PM.

For more details and to RSVP, visit https://www.dsaco.net/events/momsespanol/. We hope that you can join us!

05/06/2026

Another month, another Buddy Walk Team Captain Challenge!

We've had 25 years of impact - let’s build 25 more!

As we celebrate the 25th Columbus Buddy Walk, we’re kicking off a May Challenge to grow our impact before summer schedules take over, and we need YOU to lead the way.

In honor of our 25th year, we’re challenging every team to raise $250 during the month of May. This includes money raised through team registrations, donations and fundraisers!

Every $250 that your team raises during the month of May will get you one entry into a drawing to win a 25th Anniversary Buddy Walk Tailgate Experience. (VIP tailgate spot, tent + tables/chairs, DSACO swag and a $25 gift card!)

We can't wait to see what your Buddy Walk team can accomplish during the month of May!

05/06/2026

Join us for our next School Age Group!

Meet us for a night of playtime and fun at Better Together Playnasium on Friday, May 22 from 6 - 7:30 PM and get to know other School Age families while enjoying the play area.

Our new School Age Group, created for families who have a child with Down syndrome in grades K – 6, meets quarterly at different locations to connect with other families, explore resources, and enjoy fun activities together. It’s a great opportunity to build community and make lasting friendships!

Visit https://www.dsaco.net/events/schoolagegroup/ to register.

05/05/2026

DSACO is excited to invite you to attend a short webinar on Monday, May 11 at 12 PM where we’ll walk through new processes and best practices for hosting your own fundraising event to benefit DSACO.

Whether you’ve hosted an event before or are just getting started, this session will cover how to register your event with us, what support and resources DSACO can offer, and tips to help make your fundraiser successful and impactful.

Please visit https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2Pvr8dFrSiiCPNzVCqOokg #/registration to register. We hope that you'll join us!

05/05/2026

The end of the school year is upon us, and we would love to highlight all of the incredible 2026 graduates! 🎓

Is your loved one with Down syndrome graduating this year? DSACO invites you to submit your 2026 high school or college graduate to be highlighted on social media! We're excited to share these special moments and celebrate this amazing accomplishment.

If you would like your graduate to be highlighted on social media, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/mvHuq5vsikHF8GWj9. Make sure to include a current photo of your loved one with Down syndrome! Submissions are due by Friday, May 15.

This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their achievements and share their story with our community!

05/04/2026

Lace up your sneakers and join us for a day that brings our community together in support of something bigger than the finish line: the 2FGR Run for Inclusion - benefiting three community partners, including DSACO.

What began in 2009 as a small effort by the running group 2FGR (Two Fat Guys Running) to raise $5,000 has grown into a powerful tradition of impact. Now in its 17th year, this event has raised thousands of dollars to support the developmental disabilities community, and we’re honored that DSACO is once again among this year’s selected organizations.

Join us on Thursday, May 21 for this fun and impactful evening. Choose from a 3k, 5k, or 10k and run/walk for a purpose! Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Dublin/2FGRPresentstheDSACORunforDownSyndrome for more details and to register.