About Bringing Up Down Syndrome - BUDS
BUDS provides opportunities and resources for its members in these areas: Friendship, Inclusion and Advocacy.
Friendship
One of the biggest benefits BUDS offers is the opportunity to meet other families with similar interests as yours, and thereby establishing friendships.
Inclusion
A primary goal of BUDS is to educate families about the laws that are available to protect our children regarding their education. Our intent is to empower parents with knowledge.
Advocacy
BUDS encourages advocacy and
self-advocacy through education, knowledge and support.
About the Buddy Walk
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Enjoy the fun!
This year we're excited to let you know the carnival games, rides, inflatables and characters will return!
Entertainment will be provided from the stage by a DJ. Please note that food & water will not be provided at the event.
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Take a Selfie!
There will be a “selfie” area on the stage, where photos can be taken in front of an official Buddy Walk backdrop.
Commemorative pictures can be taken at your leisure either before or after completion of your walk.
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Stay all Day!
The walk is approximately one mile long and has a paved path and can be completed any time during the event.
Bring strollers, wagons, etc. Bring your own snacks, drinks or a picnic lunch, as food & water will not be provided.