Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte

🌸👑 Don’t forget! The registration deadline for the Wildflowers Blossom Pageant is approaching! 👑🌸

Pageant Date: July 18
Registration Deadline: June 27

Be sure to register by June 27 so we can order enough sashes and crowns for all of our amazing participants! ✨

We are thrilled to partner once again with Wildflowers Blossom founders Lily and Kendra Wells for another fun, inclusive, and empowering pageant experience.
's Playhouse- Charlotte

💙 FREE to the community
💙 Open to participants of all ages
💙 Designed to celebrate confidence, personality, and inclusion

We can’t wait to see everyone shine on stage! 🌸✨

Register here:https://dsagreatercharlotte.networkforgood.com/events/100829-3rd-annual-wildflowers-blossom-pageant

To the parent navigating an unexpected diagnosis... 💙✨

Receiving a prenatal or postnatal Down syndrome diagnosis can bring a whirlwind of emotions, big questions, and a feeling of sudden isolation. It’s easy to get lost in medical clinical percentages or internet rabbit holes.

But please hear us: You are not alone, and you do not have to walk this path by yourself.

Right here in the Greater Charlotte area (and all over the nation), our First Call Support Program is ready to step in. We have a dedicated team of 23 volunteer mentors—local moms and dads who have been in your shoes, ask the same questions, and are living this journey beautifully right now.

Whether you need a phone call, a text thread, or a face-to-face coffee, our mentors are here on your terms to provide an empathetic ear and trusted local resources.

🕊️ Take the first step at your own pace: New and expecting parents can fill out a completely confidential form online to receive immediate, free support. Your choices are your own, but we want to make sure you know a vibrant, welcoming community is waiting to embrace you.

🔗 Fill out this confidential form to connect privately with a local mentor today. https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/first-call/

Know somebody that is not local but still needs support? Check out these amazing Ds Diagnosis support groups--

Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network - DSDN
North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC)

💙 Down with Bingo is Back! 💙

Looking for a fun night out? Join our amazing Camp Horizon committee for Down for Bingo next Thursday 6/11 at 6:00 PM!

Get ready for:
🎯 Bingo games with chances to win big
🎁 Amazing raffle baskets and prizes
🍻 A fun night out with friends and family
💙 An opportunity to support an incredible cause

Every dollar raised helps support Camp Horizon, our overnight retreat for youth with Down syndrome ages 10–17, held each year at YMCA Camp Harrison in Boomer, NC.

Camp Horizon provides an unforgettable Wednesday–Saturday overnight camp experience where campers build friendships, gain independence, try new activities, and create lifelong memories. None of it would be possible without the support of our community.

Not only are we actively recruiting volunteer counselors for this year's camp, but we're also working hard to raise the funds needed to provide the activities, experiences, and support that make Camp Horizon so special.

✨ Your participation makes a difference.
✨ Your raffle tickets make a difference.
✨ Your support helps send campers to camp.

So gather your friends, bring your lucky bingo dauber, and come enjoy a great evening while supporting youth with Down syndrome.

We can't wait to see you there! 💙

Learn more about Camp Horizon: https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/camps/

Camp Holiday Needs Your Help! 💙☀️

In just a few weeks, we'll welcome campers to Camp Holiday for six amazing weeks of friendship, learning, growth, and FUN!

What many people don't realize is that we host camp at two church locations, which means we bring in everything ourselves—from sensory equipment and games to fine motor activities, gross motor supplies, kitchen items, and more.

This year, we've expanded and refreshed many of our camp activities, and we could really use your help making our camp spaces the best they can be for our campers.

🎯 We've created an Amazon Wish List, but here's the good news:

✅ Items do NOT need to be purchased through Amazon.
✅ Many items can be found at Walmart, Target, Costco, local stores, or even in your own home.
✅ We happily accept new and gently used items when appropriate.

List here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1HR189IZODPAJ?ref_=wl_share

Have something you'd like to donate that's not on Amazon? Reach out to us! We'd love to coordinate a drop-off or pick-up. [email protected] or message us here.

💳 Gift cards are also a HUGE help!

Gift cards allow us to purchase:
🍎 Weekly snacks and kitchen supplies
🧪 Science experiment materials
🎨 Activity and craft supplies
🍽️ Food for cooking activities
💙 Last-minute camp needs that always pop up during six weeks of camp

Every donation—big or small—helps us create meaningful experiences for individuals with Down syndrome while keeping camp engaging, accessible, and full of opportunities to learn, grow, and build independence.

If you've ever wondered how you can help Camp Holiday, this is it. 💙

Thank you for helping us create an incredible summer for our campers!

Coming This Sunday! ✨

Join us for a super special UPside Club with our friends from Mary Kay for a fun-filled Girls' Afternoon Out!

Enjoy:
💙 Makeup tutorials
💙 Skincare tips and education
💙 Pampering and self-care
💙 Take-home goodies
💙 Time with friends, sisters, moms, and our amazing DSAGC community

These events are always free and are a wonderful social opportunity to connect, learn, and have fun together.

Sunday, June 7
2:00 PM
Park Road Baptist Church

Please be sure to register in advance so we can plan accordingly and ensure we have enough supplies and goodies for everyone attending.
https://dsagreatercharlotte.networkforgood.com/events/97493-upside-club-mary-kay-skincare-and-makeup

We can't wait to spend the afternoon with you!

Man, what a weekend! Our sold‑out 20th Anniversary DSAGC Golf Tournament brought together longtime veterans and brand‑new faces—now all part of the "lucky few".

Because of your participation, donations, sponsorships, and the incredible support from volunteers and ambassadors out on the green, we just had our biggest year yet.

Together, we raised over $55,000—a record-breaking total that directly fuels our camp programs and the mission we live every day. Every bit matters, and you made it happen.

Huge thanks to our presenting sponsor, YA Group, and to every sponsor who showed up in person or through signage and marketing—we appreciate you more than we can say.

Save the date: The 21st Annual DSAGC Golf Tournament returns June 4, 2027. Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to do it again!

☀️💙 Hello Monday! 💙☀️

We have so many exciting opportunities coming up, and we can't wait to see our friends and families all across the Greater Charlotte area!

From playdates and social groups to family events, camps, and community partnerships, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer.

Check out our upcoming activities and event schedule.

Be sure to register using the links provided so we can plan accordingly.

🤝 Invite a friend and come make some new connections along the way!

We love creating opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and their families to connect, learn, grow, and have fun together.

We can’t wait to see you at an upcoming event! 💙
https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/

⛳💙 TODAY IS THE DAY! 💙⛳

We’re waking up bright and early to celebrate 20 YEARS of incredible impact through the DSAGC Golf Tournament — and we couldn’t do it without this amazing community.

Today is about so much more than golf. It’s about the campers, families, friendships, opportunities, and programs that continue to grow because of the support of our sponsors, players, volunteers, and community partners.

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible Presenting Sponsor, YA Group, along with all of our ACE, Eagle, Par, Fairway, Dinner, and Hole Sponsors who stepped up to help fund life-changing programs like Camp Holiday and Camp Horizon for individuals with Down syndrome across our Greater Charlotte community.

We are also so grateful to:
✨ Our amazing tournament participants
✨ Our generous in-kind donors
✨ Our volunteers from Bank of America, Erie Insurance, and many more groups
✨ And everyone working behind the scenes to make this day possible

Special thanks to:
💙 Liza Mahachek from Positively Charlotte for emceeing and helping us kick off the morning
💙 Ghost Hydration
💙 OMG Donuts
💙 Chick-fil-A
💙 NoDa Brewing
💙 Tito’s Vodka
💙 Clean Eatz
💙 Lilly Pulitzer

…for helping make this event extra special for our players and guests.

It’s a beautiful day, and we cannot wait to see everyone out on the green celebrating 20 amazing years of impact, inclusion, and community.

Let’s make it a GREAT day!

AND...you can help from afar by donating today to help us get to our fundraising goal.https://events.golfstatus.com/event/20th-annual-dsagc-golf-tournament-2026/donate

The Pre-Tourney Party is TONIGHT 💙⛳

To help kick off tomorrow's tournament, we’d love for everyone — whether you’re attending the tournament or not — to come hang out with us tonight at Brewers at 4001 Yancey from 6–9 PM! 🍻🎉

Just let them know you’re there supporting DSAGC, and 10% of your purchase will go directly back to supporting our golf tournament and the amazing camp programs we provide for youth and adults with Down syndrome.

✨ Come mingle with friends and colleagues
✨ Meet tournament supporters and players
✨ Celebrate 20 amazing years of impact
✨ Support Camp Holiday & Camp Horizon

Anyone can join, so bring your friends, family, coworkers, or teammates and come celebrate with us before tournament day!

We can’t wait to see everyone tonight and out on the green tomorrow!