Central Florida ‘Step Up for Down Syndrome’ walk raises 200K – WFTV

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida hosted its largest fundraising occasion of the 12 months in Orlando Saturday morning.

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DSACF held the “Step Up for Down Syndrome” Walk at Lake Eola to boost cash in assist of households who’re elevating a toddler with Down syndrome.

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The group raised over $200,000, which it mentioned shall be used for the next sources:

— Covers the price of group lessons with early intervention studying expertise

— New household celebrations

— New mother or father baskets

— Hospital outreach

— Family and neighborhood group occasions

— Educational workshops for mother and father

— Social expertise lessons for teenagers with Down syndrome to organize for maturity

— Social gatherings for grownup advocates

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In addition to the walk, there have been additionally video games, raffles, face portray and impediment programs on the occasion.

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