Friends - Down syndrome/Special needs

Friends - Down syndrome/Special needs Provide vital resources, education, and support to expectant & new families, and those impacted by Down Syndrome & Special Needs.

Provide activities in a safe and accepting atmosphere where our families and individuals can connect with each other.

A huge thank you to RODS Heroes for connecting F.R.I.E.N.D.S. with the Tampa Bay Rays for such a memorable day! We were ...
07/31/2026

A huge thank you to RODS Heroes for connecting F.R.I.E.N.D.S. with the Tampa Bay Rays for such a memorable day!

We were honored to watch Cooper throw the ceremonial 16th pitch and celebrate Disability Pride Awareness alongside fellow nonprofit leaders, board members, and our incredible community.

Thank you for creating opportunities that highlight inclusion, celebrate abilities, and bring people together. We are grateful to be part of such an inspiring event and look forward to continuing to advocate for individuals with Down syndrome and other special needs.

We are incredibly thankful to Legal Strength With Integrity for their generous sponsorship of our Buddy Walk! Your suppo...
07/31/2026

We are incredibly thankful to Legal Strength With Integrity for their generous sponsorship of our Buddy Walk! Your support helps us create a meaningful and memorable event that celebrates inclusion, acceptance, and the amazing individuals in our community.

All monies raised through the Buddy Walk directly support our 2027 programs and events for the families and individuals we serve. Thank you for standing with us and making a lasting difference in our community! 💙💛

We are incredibly thankful to Espat Law, P.A. for their generous sponsorship of our Buddy Walk! Your support helps us cr...
07/31/2026

We are incredibly thankful to Espat Law, P.A. for their generous sponsorship of our Buddy Walk! Your support helps us create a meaningful and memorable event that celebrates inclusion, acceptance, and the amazing individuals in our community.

All monies raised through the Buddy Walk directly support our 2027 programs and events for the families and individuals we serve. Thank you for standing with us and making a lasting difference in our community! 💙💛

A huge thank you to the Tampa Bay Rays for welcoming our Buddy T-Ball League players and their families to the Disabilit...
07/31/2026

A huge thank you to the Tampa Bay Rays for welcoming our Buddy T-Ball League players and their families to the Disability Pride Awareness Game!

For several of our players, this was their very first Major League Baseball game, making it an unforgettable experience filled with smiles, excitement, and lifelong memories. Thank you for celebrating inclusion and making our families feel so special!

We are officially 80 days away from the 10th Annual FRIENDS Buddy Walk! The countdown is on, and we can’t wait to see ou...
07/29/2026

We are officially 80 days away from the 10th Annual FRIENDS Buddy Walk!

The countdown is on, and we can’t wait to see our amazing community come together to celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and the incredible individuals we serve.

Every step, every team, every sponsor, and every donation helps us continue providing free programs, support, events, scholarships, and resources to individuals with Down syndrome and other special needs and their families.

Register/Donate Here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/FRIENDSWESTFL

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Waymo for their incredible generosity and support as a sponsor of our 10th Annual FRIENDS Buddy...
07/29/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Waymo for their incredible generosity and support as a sponsor of our 10th Annual FRIENDS Buddy Walk 💙💛

Your Champion-level sponsorship helps us continue creating opportunities, providing resources, and building a more inclusive community for individuals with Down syndrome, special needs, and their families.

Because of partners like Waymo, we are able to offer free programs, scholarships, family support, advocacy, and meaningful experiences that make a lasting impact. We are so grateful for your commitment to our mission.

Thank you, Waymo, for believing in inclusion and helping us make this year’s Buddy Walk our biggest celebration yet!

Meet Nathan our 2026 DMI Intensive therapy scholarship recipient! After his 2 week intensive, Nathan is now more confide...
07/28/2026

Meet Nathan our 2026 DMI Intensive therapy scholarship recipient! After his 2 week intensive, Nathan is now more confident in his gross motor abilities. He is now more stable with balance and coordination while walking and navigating obstacles. We are so very proud of Nathan and thank Alex at Family First Therapy for helping him achieve his goals 🙌

A HUGE thank you to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa for supporting our 10th Annual FRIENDS Buddy Walk!Your gener...
07/27/2026

A HUGE thank you to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa for supporting our 10th Annual FRIENDS Buddy Walk!

Your generosity helps us continue providing FREE programs, resources, advocacy, and meaningful opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and other special needs and their families.

We are so grateful for your partnership and for helping us create a more inclusive community where everyone belongs!

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