SMILE on Down Syndrome

03/18/2026

Thank you so much to 104FM WIKY for having us on the WIKY Morning Show today to talk about our World Down Syndrome Day Talent Show & Ice Cream Social coming up this Saturday, March 21st from 1-4 pm at Crossroads Christian Church! Also, a huge thank you to our sponsor, Center for Pediatric Therapy, Evansville, and to Kelsey's Kones for providing ice cream this year! You can register an act for the talent show and RSVP at http://smileondownsyndrome.org/world-down-syndrome-day/

Listen to Dennis Jon Bailey and Diane Douglas every weekday morning on 104FM WIKY! They will bring you entertainment, news, traffic and all the information you need to start your day. The Kid’s Birthday Club is at 7:05am and the Culture Quiz is at 8:20am

03/15/2026

Support our mission and spread awareness all at once by ordering one of SMILE on Down Syndrome's new shirts! T-shirts, long-sleeve tees, and hoodies are available in a range of sizes. We have a limited supply, so be sure to order yours now at http://smileondownsyndrome.org/smile-store/

If you place your order now, you can pick up your shirts at our World Down Syndrome Day Talent Show & Ice Cream Social!

03/14/2026

As we advocate for a more inclusive society this World Down Syndrome Day, we must be careful with the words we use to describe disability. Language is often the first step toward either connection or isolation.

People with Down syndrome may have an intellectual and developmental disability. This means they may need extra help to learn skills like talking, reading, or writing.

However, words like "mentally handicapped," "backward," or "re****ed" are outdated and offensive.

These labels are harmful because they:
❌Create Barriers: They focus on what a person cannot do, rather than their unique gifts and talents.
❌ Lead to Loneliness: Harmful labels fuel the stigma and discrimination that leave people "socially absent" even when they are physically present.
❌ Undermine Rights: Everyone has the right to be treated as an equal member of society.

True connection grows when we see people for who they are—individuals with their own identities and interests.

Let’s stand by using language that respects the dignity of every person.

11/26/2025

11/10/2025

Thank you so much to the wonderful folks at Best Home Furnishings for showing up in their fun socks to show their support for our Down syndrome community! During October, , they raised $4,500 to donate to our organization! We'll be putting every penny to good use to help keep our programs running, to help cover expenses not covered by insurance for individuals with Down syndrome, and to help fund the annual events we host to raise awareness and show support for our Down syndrome community! Your support means the world to us and to the families and individuals we serve! Thank you!

10/29/2025

DEALS FOR DOWN SYNDROME HAS BEEN EXTENDED!!! Purchase the $5 Deals for Down Syndrome books today from Penn Station East Coast Subs - coupons are good through 12/31/2025 and they are a heck of a good deal! They include a free small sub, a BOGO sub, a free cookie, and a free lemonade - well worth over $5! Here's what we got today for under $12 by using our Deals for Down Syndrome coupons!
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