Down Syndrome Association of the Emerald Coast

Down Syndrome Association of the Emerald Coast Increasing Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion on the Emerald Coast - Bay County & Beyond!

PO Box 9326
Panama City Beach, FL 32417

Additional Resources:
www.ndss.org
National Helpline: 800-221-4602
understandingdownsyndrome.org

Countdown to our 2026 Buddy Walk continues! Keep those registrations coming! Sponsors: ask how your logo can be on our n...
08/20/2026

Countdown to our 2026 Buddy Walk continues! Keep those registrations coming! Sponsors: ask how your logo can be on our new t-shirt design! Students: you can receive volunteer hours for helping! Check our website for all the info and weโ€™ll see you October 10th! https://dsaec.org

08/18/2026
We are less than 2 months away from our Buddy Walk! Now is the time to register online so you are guaranteed a t-shirt! ...
08/13/2026

We are less than 2 months away from our Buddy Walk! Now is the time to register online so you are guaranteed a t-shirt! Want to sponsor or volunteer? Let us know! ๐Ÿ˜Š

๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿค— COME HANG OUT WITH US, FRIENDS! ๐Ÿค—๐ŸŽ‰Weโ€™re all set up and ready for YOU! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›The pizza is coming, the ice cream bar is rea...
08/08/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿค— COME HANG OUT WITH US, FRIENDS! ๐Ÿค—๐ŸŽ‰

Weโ€™re all set up and ready for YOU! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

The pizza is coming, the ice cream bar is ready, the karaoke is waitingโ€ฆ and weโ€™re just missing one thing:

YOU! ๐Ÿฅฐ

Come hang out with us TODAY from 12โ€“3 PM at The Arc of the Bay for our DSAEC Back to School Bash! ๐Ÿ“šโœ๏ธ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ•๐Ÿจ

And weโ€™re adding a little Luau fun because weโ€™re getting ready for our 2026 Luau Buddy Walk! ๐ŸŒบ๐ŸŒด๐Ÿช‡

๐ŸŒบ Decorate your own lei!
๐Ÿช‡ Decorate your own maraca!
๐Ÿ• Pizza!
๐Ÿจ Build-your-own sundae bar!
๐ŸŽค KARAOKE!
๐Ÿค— Friends, family & LOTS of fun!

Think of today as a little sneak peek of the island vibes weโ€™ll be bringing to this yearโ€™s Buddy Walk! ๐ŸŒบ๐ŸŒดโ˜€๏ธ

Bring the kids, bring your friends, and bring your best karaoke voice ๐Ÿ˜‚๐ŸŽถ

No fancy plans. No pressure. Just good people, good food, lots of laughs, and a whole lot of fun! ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ“ The Arc of the Bay
1804 Carolina Ave., Lynn Haven
โฐ 12โ€“3 PM

Come as you areโ€”weโ€™d LOVE to see you! ๐Ÿค—๐ŸŒบ

And rememberโ€ฆ Buddy Walk 2026 is going LUau style! ๐ŸŒด๐ŸŒบ๐Ÿช‡

Watching everyone talk about campaign signs today got me thinkingโ€ฆThe truth is, I donโ€™t know much about Keith Gross.But ...
08/06/2026

Watching everyone talk about campaign signs today got me thinkingโ€ฆ

The truth is, I donโ€™t know much about Keith Gross.

But let me tell you about something I do know.

I know the Down Syndrome Association of the Emerald Coast.

I know the incredible children, teens, and adults we serve.

I know the parents who finally found a community that understands them.

I know the siblings who have lifelong friendships because of our events.

I know the volunteers who give their time simply because they care.

I know the businesses that step up to sponsor programs and make inclusion possible.

We arenโ€™t asking to put signs in your yardโ€ฆ

But if our mission speaks to your heart, weโ€™d love your support.

Whether thatโ€™s volunteering, becoming a sponsor, donating a raffle item, attending an event, or simply sharing our postsโ€”it all helps us continue creating opportunities, resources, and lifelong connections for individuals with Down syndrome and their families right here on the Emerald Coast.

If youโ€™ve never heard of us, Iโ€™d love to change that.

Tell meโ€ฆ have you heard of the Down Syndrome Association of the Emerald Coast before? If not, ask me anything. Iโ€™d love to share what we do and why it matters. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ“š BACK TO SCHOOL BASH REMINDER! ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ‰Whoโ€™s ready for a fun afternoon before the school year kicks into full gear?! ๐Ÿ’™Join t...
08/04/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ“š BACK TO SCHOOL BASH REMINDER! ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ‰

Whoโ€™s ready for a fun afternoon before the school year kicks into full gear?! ๐Ÿ’™

Join the Down Syndrome Association of the Emerald Coast for our Back to School Bash this Saturday, August 8th from 12:00โ€“3:00 PM!

๐Ÿ• Pizza
๐Ÿจ Build-Your-Own Sundae Bar
๐ŸŽค Karaoke
๐ŸŽ‰ Fun with friends and families
๐Ÿ’™ A chance to celebrate the start of another amazing school year together!

๐Ÿ“ The Arc of the Bay
1804 Carolina Ave.
Lynn Haven, FL

โœจ Please RSVP if you havenโ€™t already! It helps us make sure we have plenty of food, ice cream, and fun for everyone.

We canโ€™t wait to see all of your smiling faces and celebrate together! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿงก

๐ŸŽ’โœจ School is almost back in sessionโ€ฆ so letโ€™s celebrate together one last time before the busy season begins! โœจ๐ŸŽ’Join the...
08/03/2026

๐ŸŽ’โœจ School is almost back in sessionโ€ฆ so letโ€™s celebrate together one last time before the busy season begins! โœจ๐ŸŽ’

Join the Down Syndrome Association of the Emerald Coast for our Back to School Bash! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ• Pizza
๐Ÿจ Build-Your-Own Sundae Bar
๐ŸŽค Karaoke
๐ŸŽ‰ Friends, fun, and lots of smiles!

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, August 8
๐Ÿ•› 12:00 PM โ€“ 3:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ The Arc of the Bay

๐Ÿ’™ Please RSVP if you plan to attend! ๐Ÿ’™

Knowing how many families are coming helps us make sure we have plenty of pizza, ice cream, and supplies for everyone. ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿฆ

Drop a ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ in the comments, send us a message, or RSVP through the event if you havenโ€™t already!

We canโ€™t wait to celebrate with all of our amazing families before another exciting school year begins! ๐Ÿ“šโœ๏ธ๐Ÿ’™

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PO Box 9326
Panama City, FL
32405

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