Step UP for Down Syndrome

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.

Thank you for joining us at our 19th annual Step Up for Down Syndrome!

Thank you to everyone who participated, showed up, volunteered and to our many wonderful sponsors for making this an unforgettable event. See you next year!

Event Highlights:

  • 5K Run/Walk along the Capital Trail
  • Family Advocacy Walk around the Lake
  • Food Trucks
  • Games & Activities for All Ages including Mission Laser this year!
  • Snuggle up with some Sanctuary Rescue pups
  • Exhibitors
  • Silent Auction and Raffle
  • Entertainment
  • Awareness, Support & Community Spirit

Whether you ran, walked, or simply enjoyed the festivities, your presence made a difference in raising awareness and building a more inclusive community.

To volunteer at an event, contact Cheryl Castle at ccastle@virginiadsa.org.

Thank You to Our Generous 2025 Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor

 

2025 pictures will be up soon! Here is 2024!

Thank you for joining us on September 13th for our 4th Annual Step UP in Shenandoah Valley!

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors and all those who joined us this year! See you next time!

Thank you to our Generous 2025 Sponsors!

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