Our 2026 Convention is just two weeks away! We cannot wait to see all of you in Orlando, and we are looking forward to all the memories we get to create. Together, we create magic!
Read on for our newest Ages & Stages webinar, how to purchase vacation raffle tickets, and a reminder to register for the 2026 Policy Summit! |
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Orlando, Florida | Hilton Signia
July 23 - 26, 2026 Now featuring the DSAIA Pre-Con July 22 - 23, 2026 |
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Volunteer at the 2026 NDSC Convention! Looking to spend your summer doing something rewarding AND having fun? Volunteer for the 2026 NDSC Convention in Orlando, Florida! Grab your friends, family, co-workers, classmates, or organization and help us to create unforgettable memories! Register now to become part of our wonderful team. |
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| Attend our Educator's Conference in Orlando! If you’re an educator, you don’t want to miss this! Our next Educators Conference will be Friday, July 24, 2026 as a part of the 2026 NDSC Convention! This unique conference offers practical, research-based strategies that general and special education teachers can immediately implement to support students with intellectual disabilities, including Down syndrome.
Registration is $150 and includes materials, breakfast and lunch, a certificate of attendance, and 0.6 CEUs for an additional $30. |
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One lucky winner will choose ONE incredible vacation package! Raffle Tickets $100 Each or 3 for $250
Winner Announced September 2nd Choose from destinations including: -
Yukon, Canada – See the Northern Lights
- Napa Valley, California – Wine Country Getaway
- Hyatt Resorts in Mexico or Punta Cana
- Cortona, Italy – Experience Tuscany
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Offshore Saltwater Fishing Adventure (Continental U.S.)
- New Orleans, Louisiana – The Big Easy
- Porto, Portugal
- Sedona, Arizona
- Lake Tahoe, Nevada
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Las Vegas, Nevada
- Any College Sports Game in the Continental U.S.
Your prize includes accommodations and the experiences listed in your selected package. Transportation and airfare are not included. |
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| Gifts & Challenges Exchange - caregiver conversations and support for those supporting adults with Down syndrome age 30+
Family engagement sessions for parents and caregivers of adults with Down syndrome 30 and older. These are facilitated group discussions led by Dr. Dennis McGuire and other guest professional experts, covering a range of relevant topics. Next sessions: Each session will emphasize shared conversation and peer support. The sessions are not recorded and are limited to 50 attendees. |
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| Thursday, August 27
1:00 - 2:30 PM EST Helping to Secure the Financial Future of Individuals (of all ages) with Disabilities with Mass Mutual
When planning for the financial future of a loved one with a disability, there are many different aspects to consider, and will vary depending on their age. This workshop will discuss critical considerations for individuals of all ages who have a disability. We’ll review the importance of creating a life care plan, how it can help, and who should be involved. Learn crucial information and tools that may help in preparing for their financial future, such as government benefits, special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and other legal and financial structures and considerations. Preparing for the financial future of a loved one with a disability can help ease the burden of the unexpected tomorrows. And help ensure that loved one’s continued care and quality of life continues well into their future.
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National Down Syndrome Congress
Down Syndrome Policy Summit and Hill Day!
NDSC is proud to announce that on September 29 - 30, 2026, we will be hosting the Down Syndrome Policy Summit at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C.! This event will feature one full day of advocacy training, where advocates will take crash courses on policy and speaking with elected officials and their staff. The next day is a Hill Day. Advocates will take to Capitol Hill, where they will meet with their elected officials and staffers to advocate for policy that directly affects people with Down syndrome.
We cannot wait for you to #AdvocateWithUs!
We know that cost can make it harder to attend—and we’re committed to making sure everyone has the opportunity to be there. That’s why we’re excited to offer this peer-to-peer fundraising platform, designed to help remove financial barriers and make your trip possible. Through this platform, you can raise funds with support from your community to help cover your travel and hotel expense for you and your family, so you can focus on showing up, learning, and making an impact.
This peer-to-peer platform enables individuals to raise funds to help cover part of their travel expenses for themselves and their family members. Donations would help cover hotel stays and airfare or ticketed ground transportation (such as Amtrak or Greyhound) to and from the event. Additionally, 25% of all funds raised will support NDSC’s policy and advocacy efforts throughout the year.
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The driving force behind our hard work and dedication is our passion for all the children and adults with Down syndrome across the country that we serve. Our belief that we are making a difference in numerous lives keeps us energized and motivated to continue our efforts. |
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| NDSC is looking for self-advocates in each state to join NDAC!
If you or someone you know lives in one of these states, ask them to be a part of NDAC. We are looking for people in:
- Alaska
- Hawai'i
- New Mexico
- Montana
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Rhose Island
- Vermont
- Maine
- New Hampshire
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Tickets and tables now available for purchase!
Join us for this memorable evening of fun, friends, and fundraising! Big Game Ball is one of our favorite nights of the year. Held in the historic College Football Hall of Fame, Big Game Ball will honor postsecondary education programs serving those with intellectual disability and individuals and organizations advancing opportunities for those with Down syndrome.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities or silent auction item donation, please email Rachel Dekom at rachel@ndsccenter.org |
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National Down Syndrome Congress provides easy and accessible ways to engage your elected officials. When new and important legislation is introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate or more support is needed for existing bills, we will notify you and request that you contact your Members of Congress. One simple way you can advocate is to register for NDSC’s Action Alerts. Action Alerts are template emails with information about the legislation and talking points that you can forward directly to your Members of Congress.
Sign up for Action Alerts today and take action to raise the voices of those in our community. |
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The driving force behind our hard work and dedication is our passion for all the children and adults with Down syndrome across the country that we serve. Our belief that we are making a difference in numerous lives keeps us energized and motivated to continue our efforts. |
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As you thoughtfully consider giving to our annual campaign, please know that your generosity is tied to who we serve, and they are why we do what we do.
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