Step Up for Inclusion

Step UP for Down syndrome is our signature community awareness and fundraising event designed to bring the community together to show support and solidarity with individuals with Down syndrome. VDSA hosts 2 Step Up events across our service area, offering multiple locations and times of year for you to join us in Stepping UP to show your support for Down syndrome.

Celebrate the 20th Anniversary Step UP on

October 24, 2026

Whether you run, walk, or simply enjoy the festivities, your presence makes a difference in raising awareness and building a more inclusive community.

5k Run/Walk

Advocacy Walk

Food trucks

Games & Activities

Exhibitors

Silent Auction

Raffle

Entertainment

Sign UP

Take the next step with us and be part of a day filled with community, celebration, and meaningful impact.
Sign UP will be live soon

Volunteer

Help us make the day unforgettable by sharing your time and energy! Email Cheryl Castle at Ccastle@virginiadsa.org

Email Cheryl

Sponsor

Please contact Ashley Evans (Aevans@virginiadsa.org) about sponsoring our 20th Anniversary Event!

Email Ashley

Thank You to Our Generous 2025 Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor

 

Join us for Step Up in the Valley on September 12th, 2026!

Stay tuned for more information soon!

Thank you to our Generous 2025 Sponsors!

Check out these fun photos from past Step UP in the Valley 2025!

Join us for Step Up Hampton Roads on October 17th, 2026!

Stay tuned for more information soon!