We once again invite you to “Step Right Up” and celebrate carnival-style for our 2024 Step Up for Down Syndrome event!
Step Up for Down Syndrome is the largest Down syndrome awareness event in Michigan and the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan’s (DSAWM) biggest fundraiser.
This year’s celebration will be held on Saturday, September 7th from 3-7 PM at Hudsonville Fairgrounds and will feature carnival games, prizes, food trucks, a disability-focused resource fair, music, and more!
We expect this to be our biggest event yet with over 1,000 attendees coming together for this highly anticipated community celebration and ceremonial walk. This is the time to come together to support our loved ones with Down syndrome and we are excited to welcome new and returning members, friends, and family, back together for a full day of celebration and community.
Step Right Up and Make an Impact
There are multiple ways to get involved in this year’s Step Up for Down Syndrome event. Please review the following options and select what works best when registering!
Create Or Join Your Dream Team
The success of our event is dependent upon the hard work of all the Step Up teams, led by Team Captains who spread awareness and fundraise to support DSAWM!
Team Captains | Team Captains build excitement leading up to the big day and encourage friends and family to join their team and contribute towards their fundraising goals in support of DSAWM! We encourage Teams to get creative on ways to build team spirit and earn incentives along the way. Learn more about becoming a Team Captain and creating a new/returning team on our Team Captains page.
Team Members | Team members participate by registering for their team, contributing towards their team’s fundraising goals, and attending the event to show support! Can’t attend this year’s event? No problem! Members can still register as a team member and donate to a team’s fundraising goal, just select "No” when asked if you will attend the event in the registration form.
Team Incentives | The more each team fundraises and friend-raises, the more fun incentives they earn. Check out this year’s incentives HERE. And don’t forget to check the team leaderboards at the bottom of this page. Who will walk away with the awards this year?
Register to Attend
Join and support the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan! Whether you’re leading a team, joining a team, or attending as an individual, your ticket purchase helps us continue to grow this all-inclusive event and provide greater support to area individuals with Down syndrome.
General Registration ($10) | Provides access to the event, entertainment options, carnival activities, prizes, and much more!
Reduced Fee Registration ($5) | We do not want ticket prices to restrict attendance or team support. This reduced fee option is available to guests as needed.
Individual With Down Syndrome Registration (FREE) | All individuals with Down syndrome receive free registration to the event.
**Want an event t-shirt with your registration? Shirts can be purchased in the cart at the end of checkout for $15! Online t-shirt sales close on 8/9/24.**
**If you would like information about purchasing a shirt after registration, CLICK HERE.**
Sponsor Step Up for Down Syndrome
Event sponsorship opportunities are available at a number of levels. Whether you choose to sponsor the event or support a fundraising team, your sponsorship will impact hundreds of families across West Michigan.
If you choose to sponsor the event, we are offering a limited number of opportunities to apply your sponsorship to several high-visibility activity stations. Sponsor signage will be featured at the stations and noted on the event website and social media shares.
If you cannot attend Step Up for Down Syndrome but would like to make a donation to the DSAWM, CLICK HERE to donate or select the DONATE button at the top of the page. You can also donate to an individual or team by visiting their fundraising page under the TEAMS/PEOPLE tab.
