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 3 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.

Join us for Step UP in Shenandoah Valley!
August 26th from 10am – 1pm
Join us at Hillandale Park for a 1k, Family Festival, and Community Resource Fair. There will be a kids’ zone, music, exhibitors, food, Silent Auction, and more.
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Join us for Step UP in Richmond!
October 14th from 9am – 1pm
Join us for our 17th Annual Step Up RVA. This event includes a 5k run/walk, family festival, and community resource fair. There will be food trucks, stage performances by individuals of all abilities, community resource fair, kids’ zone, and so much more. You will not want to miss this.
View 2023 Sponsorship Opportunities here:

Step UP in Charlottesville 2023 was a success!
April 23rd from 1pm-4pm
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s family festival at Blue Toad Hard Cider Farm on April 23rd. There were pony rides, face painting, delicious food, a Silent Auction, and more. Stay tuned for a Save the Date for the Step UP Charlottesville 2024!