The Down Syndrome of Cincinnati Buddy Walk took place a few weeks ago. For this being our first year and not knowing what to expect, I would classify it as a smashing success!
We raised close to $7,000 for Team Dylan, and out of close to 200 teams participating, we came in 8th place for fundraising overall! Because of this, as a perk we got our own tent at the event....what a nice bonus!
It was amazing the amount of generosity that poured out from people. Financial contributions from family, friends, co-workers, Dylan's therapists, and even some strangers, just to name a few. On top of the donations, we had over 60 people come out to walk in support of Dylan. Talk about feeling loved. The Buddy Walk was a great day...it poured down rain, but we walked on!
We have already been discussing our tactics on fundraising for 2011 and how Team Dylan can get even bigger and better. We are excited to be a part of such a great cause.
I think that the coolest thing about the Buddy Walk was the tremendous amount of love that you could just feel everywhere. Thousands of people there for just one cause-supporting and bringing awareness to the wonderful individuals with down syndrome. We were so proud to be a part of something so special.
Hi Shannon! I found your blog while looking for blogs by parents of children with special needs :) I don't know if you've read the "Welcome to Holland" poem, but I thought that you & your readers might be interested in different look at it. I wanted to email it along to you, but I can't find a "contact me" address, so here's the link:
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