Virginia Down Syndrome Association

08/22/2026

⛳ A few more moments from last week’s T21 Golf Tournament! 💙

We had such a great time on the course and are incredibly grateful to every registrant and sponsor who came out and supported VDSA once again. Your continued support helps make our work in the community possible!

Until next year! 🏌️‍♀️💙

08/21/2026

🚨🚨POSTPONED🚨🚨 To ensure we can deliver the high-energy, vibrant experience you deserve for our Richmond - A Miami Vice / 80s Tropics Dance Party, we have decided to reschedule the event to a later date. A great party needs a packed dance floor, so we are shifting our timeline to allow more people to join in on the fun!

🌴🕶️ Get ready to turn back the clock! 💃💙

Dust off your oversized blazers, grab your shutter shades, and get ready for a Miami Vice inspired 80s dance party! Spend the evening dancing, hanging out with friends, enjoying fun activities, and snapping some tropical themed photos along the way.

🎶 80s remixes, retrowave, and modern hits
🌴 Tropical photo ops
💃 Dancing & activities
👥 Ages 13+ | Siblings welcome

Whether you come dressed to the theme or just ready to dance, we want to see you there!

Sign up using the link in the comments below!🕺🌴

08/21/2026

Thank you for supporting our wonderful community!!💙

“I've had people in this program say when they walk into a business establishment that they like, they walk up to the manager and say, 'I want to get a job here. How do I do that?'” -- Ame Branam, Education Director for the Virginia Down Syndrome Association (VDSA)

In July, The Arc of Hanover partnered with the VDSA in using The Arc of Hanover Thrift Store as a job site for interns in their Summer Employment Academy. Read and learn how programs and partnerships like this are making a difference for students with Down syndrome interested in pursuing employment.

https://thearcofhanover.org/blog

The Arc of Hanover is investing in tools, training and support to empower individuals in navigating their own paths to reach their personal goals with increasing self-confidence. Partnerships bring success!

Fostering community where everyone belongs and thrives.



Virginia Down Syndrome Association The Arc of Hanover Thrift Store

08/20/2026

💙 A HUGE thank you to the incredible volunteers and job coaches who helped make this year's Summer Employment Academy possible!

Your time, encouragement, patience, and support gave our participants the opportunity to build confidence, gain real workplace experience, and develop skills that will stay with them far beyond this summer. We truly could not do SEA without you! 👏

And if you've ever thought about getting more involved with VDSA, we'd love to have you! We are always looking for volunteers to help with our programs, events, and activities throughout the year.

Have some time to give to our community? Reach out to Cheryl Castle at [email protected] to learn how you can get involved! 💙

08/20/2026

Need a little time to recharge? Our Fredericksburg Parent Respite Event gives parents and caregivers a chance to enjoy a quiet night out while their children enjoy an evening of fun with our trained staff and volunteers.

It’s a win-win! Kids get to have fun with friends and siblings, while parents get some well deserved time for themselves. 💙

📅 August 28
⏰ 5:30 to 8:00 PM
📍 Chancellor Community Center | Fredericksburg

Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP by August 27!

Register using the link in the comments below. 👇

08/19/2026

‼️‼️THIS WEEKEND ‼️‼️
Come Dance & Party 80s Style with VDSA this weekend at Moose Lodge! Bring a Dish to Share with everyone and let's have a great time together :) Link to sign up in the comments Below! 💙

🌴🕶️ Get ready to turn back the clock! 💃💙

Dust off your oversized blazers, grab your shutter shades, and get ready for a Miami Vice inspired 80s dance party! Spend the evening dancing, hanging out with friends, enjoying fun activities, and snapping some tropical themed photos along the way.

🎶 80s remixes, retrowave, and modern hits
🌴 Tropical photo ops
💃 Dancing & activities
👥 Ages 13+ | Siblings welcome

Whether you come dressed to the theme or just ready to dance, we want to see you there!

Sign up using the link in the comments below!🕺🌴

08/19/2026

🚨🚨NOTICE!!!🚨🚨Westchester Commons Concert has been postponed until September due to weather!

It has been rescheduled for September 24th 2026! We still hope to see you all there! 💙

Hello Everyone! Because of the higher than desirable chances of rain/thunderstorms for tomorrow (Thursday, August 20th), our concert with BrassWind has been postponed to Thursday, September 24th, same place, same time. And still benefiting Virginia Down Syndrome Association! Thanks to all of our sponsors StyleCraft Homes, Brown Distributing- Richmond, VA, James River Cellars Winery, Brick House Diner and Mix981Richmond! See you all in a couple weeks with Funhouse RVA, benefiting CinderellaDreams on September 3rd!

08/18/2026

We had so much fun at Art Factory last week! 💙🎨

Our artists got creative, and made some seriously amazing art! We loved watching each piece come to life. 🖌️✨

And there's still one more summer session! Come make something with us and show off your creativity. We’d love to see you there!

🎨 Sign up using the link attached below and join us for one more afternoon of summer art fun! 💙

08/18/2026

Are you all Stepping UP this 2026?! 💙💛

Your Step UP team can be more than a group of people at an event. It can be your friends, your family, your coworkers, your neighbors, and everyone in your community who wants to Step UP for Down syndrome!!

With three Step UP events across Virginia, there are more opportunities than ever to come together, have fun, and make an impact. And when you create a team, you can unlock special incentives and make your Step UP experience even more rewarding!

Most importantly, your team can help raise funds that support the Virginia Down Syndrome Association and the individuals and families we serve. 🙌

So who’s on your team? Tag your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, teachers, and anyone else in your community and start building your team today!

Create your Step UP team using the link in our comments below!

08/17/2026

Reminder that this is happening THIS weekend!! Let’s all party together! Let us know you’re coming by using the link below to sign up & RSVP a dish to share!🕶️💪

https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/103975-richmond-a-miami-vice-80s-tropics-dance-party

🌴🕶️ Get ready to turn back the clock! 💃💙

Dust off your oversized blazers, grab your shutter shades, and get ready for a Miami Vice inspired 80s dance party! Spend the evening dancing, hanging out with friends, enjoying fun activities, and snapping some tropical themed photos along the way.

🎶 80s remixes, retrowave, and modern hits
🌴 Tropical photo ops
💃 Dancing & activities
👥 Ages 13+ | Siblings welcome

Whether you come dressed to the theme or just ready to dance, we want to see you there!

Sign up using the link in the comments below!🕺🌴