Buddy Walk®

The Buddy Walk® was created by the National Down Syndrome Society to promote acceptance and inclusion of individuals with Down Syndrome.  When you join our Buddy Walk®, you're part of over 250 Buddy Walks® happening in communities across the country.  

The Buddy Walk® was established by the NDSS in 1995 to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October.  It's a one mile walk that anyone can participate in without special training.  The Buddy Walk® has established itself as the premier advocacy event for Down Syndrome.  The purpose of the Buddy Walk® is two-fold: to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome and to raise funds for local and national education, research and advocacy programs.  The Walks - which involve children and adults with Down Syndrome, their families and friends and thousands of local supporters - spread the message that individuals with Down syndrome possess a wide range of abilities and are active participants in the community.