Gateway Down Syndrome Association

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We had an amazing time today at Fusion Friday! ☀️🎶 We kicked off the summer with great music, snow cones, and wonderful ...
05/30/2026

We had an amazing time today at Fusion Friday! ☀️🎶 We kicked off the summer with great music, snow cones, and wonderful volunteers from Amen, Gantner & Capriano.

We love days like this where partnerships come to life, new friendships and connections are made, and our community comes together to create meaningful experiences for everyone involved. Thank you to everyone who helped make today so special!

Amen, Gantner & Capriano, Your Estate Matters, LLC

05/30/2026

Another Scoop video is here! 🎤✨

Kristina stopped by to chat with Kaitlyn about all things Buhlinger Roofing and the incredible mission behind Step Up for Down Syndrome

From their favorite music to what it’s like bringing a team together for such a meaningful event, this conversation was full of fun stories, laughs, and great energy.

Huge THANK YOU to Buhlinger Roofing for sponsoring our SUDS event and helping support such an amazing cause!

Be sure to check out the full interview 🎥

Step Up for Down Syndrome is almost here!  We are just over ONE WEEK away from celebrating with all of you, and we can’t...
05/29/2026

Step Up for Down Syndrome is almost here! We are just over ONE WEEK away from celebrating with all of you, and we can’t wait for this amazing day together!

A few reminders before event day:
👟Team t-shirt pick-up begins June 4 at the DSA office
👟We’ll have a cooling tent, toddler zone, sensory & accessibility resource center, raffle prizes, food, activities, and more!
👟The 1-mile awareness walk begins at 10:30 AM
👟Please leave pets at home so all attendees can feel comfortable and safe

Thank you for being part of this incredible community, we’re counting down the days until we Step Up together!

It's not too late to join us! Learn more at gatewaydsa.org/step-up

A huge THANK YOU to Buhlinger Roofing LLC  for being one of our Presenting Sponsors for this year’s Step Up for Down Syn...
05/29/2026

A huge THANK YOU to Buhlinger Roofing LLC for being one of our Presenting Sponsors for this year’s Step Up for Down Syndrome event! 💙💛

Your generosity and support help make this event possible and allow us to continue celebrating, advocating for, and supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families in our community. We are so grateful to partner with businesses that believe in inclusion and making a difference.

Thank you, Buhlinger Roofing, for stepping up with us this year! 👟✨

SEMO CHAPTER: There are still a few spots open for our  Photography in the Park event! Don’t miss this chance to capture...
05/29/2026

SEMO CHAPTER: There are still a few spots open for our Photography in the Park event! Don’t miss this chance to capture beautiful memories with the help of our amazing volunteer photographers

Each individual with Down syndrome will receive a 15-minute mini photo session at Kiwanis Park on Sunday, May 31 from 4-7 PM!

Spots are limited and filling quickly, sign up now to reserve your time slot:
gatewaydsa.org/southeast-missouri

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

We’re excited to share that the Down Syndrome Education Specialist Conference is happening July 21–22 at the Gateway DSA...
05/28/2026

We’re excited to share that the Down Syndrome Education Specialist Conference is happening July 21–22 at the Gateway DSA Office in Brentwood, MO!

Educators, parents, caregivers, and support professionals are invited to join us for two days of impactful sessions focused on communication, behavior strategies, IEPs, home-school connections, and more.

🎓 Scholarships available
📍 Gateway DSA Office
📅July 21-22 | 9 AM-3 PM
💲 Only $40 to attend

Don’t miss this summer opportunity to learn from guest speakers and connect with others passionate about supporting individuals with Down syndrome.

Register today: gatewaydsa.org/for-educators

A HUGE thank you to our amazing partners at White Castle for their generous donation of $11,298.70! Your support helps u...
05/27/2026

A HUGE thank you to our amazing partners at White Castle for their generous donation of $11,298.70! Your support helps us continue making a meaningful impact in our community, and we are so grateful for your partnership and commitment to our mission. Thank you for helping us make a difference!

SEMO CHAPTER:We’re in the final stretch of May, which means there are only a few days left to grab your “Downright Aweso...
05/26/2026

SEMO CHAPTER:

We’re in the final stretch of May, which means there are only a few days left to grab your “Downright Awesome” bar of soap from Magnolia Soap and Bath Co!

Even better, 100% of profits go directly to supporting the GDSA Southeast Missouri Chapter 💙

Don’t miss your chance to stock up and give back at the same time!

📍 440 Mt Auburn Rd, Suite 108
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
🕙 Store Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Let’s finish May strong!

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Gateway Down Syndrome Association has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Miss...
05/26/2026

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news!

Gateway Down Syndrome Association has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Missouri Humanities to support our Documentary Film project!

This project will help us capture the heart of our mission, celebrate our incredible community, and share the stories that make such a lasting impact.

We are so grateful for this partnership and for the opportunity to create something meaningful that reflects the voices, experiences, and connections within our community.

Thank you to Missouri Humanities and the Missouri Humanities Trust Fund for supporting this important work!

Missouri Humanities

We’re excited to reveal this year’s official SUDS t-shirt design!For every $35 your team raises, you’ll earn a 2026 / 50...
05/25/2026

We’re excited to reveal this year’s official SUDS t-shirt design!

For every $35 your team raises, you’ll earn a 2026 / 50th Anniversary commemorative t-shirt, so every dollar gets you closer to taking one home.

A huge thank you to our presenting sponsors White Castle and Buhlinger Roofing LLC for helping make this year’s SUDS event possible.

SUDS is happening Sunday, June 7th in Forest Park, mark your calendars and get ready for a great day in the park!

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1201 Hanley Industrial Court, Ste A
St. Louis, MO
63144

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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