Empowering people with Down syndrome to live healthy, connected, and independent lives ⭐️ #ExpectMore πŸ“§ [email protected] πŸ“ Find a Chapter Near You ↓

Joined August 2011
#MondayMotivation πŸ’™πŸ’› Our Students and Athletes continue to break barriers, rise to new challenges, and show just how much is possible! #ExpectMore #BuddyUpforLife #AdaptivePrograms #DownSyndromeAwareness #Downsyndrome
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When confidence grows, so do the possibilities. We’re proud to see our Athletes and Students gaining confidence and achieving new goals every day. πŸ’™ #MondayMotivation #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #AdaptivePrograms #DownSyndromeAwareness
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A few highlights from Buddy Up Summer Camp so far! πŸ‘‰ We're making new friends, mastering new skills, and having a blast! πŸŽΎπŸ“β˜€οΈ #BuddyUpforLife #InclusionMatters #ExpectMore #AdaptivePrograms #Downsyndrome
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There’s strength in being yourself and confidence in standing out. Every individual deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and reach their full potential. πŸ’™πŸ’› #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #DSAwareness #Downsyndrome #AdaptivePrograms
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Community, connection, and supporting one another is at the heart of everything we do. πŸ’™πŸ’› #MondayMotivation #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #AdaptivePrograms #DownSyndromeAwareness
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It's #TennisTuesday 🎾 Our Athletes, Buddies and Coaches "love" having fun on the courts! Visit the link in bio to participate or volunteer at a Buddy Up Tennis chapter near you! πŸ’™πŸ’› #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #DSAwareness #DownSyndromeAwareness #Tennis
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High fives all around! πŸ™Œ More than a gesture. It’s encouragement, connection, and celebrating every win. ✨ #BuddyUpforLife #NationalHighFiveDay #ExpectMore #Downsyndrome #InclusionMatters
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World Down Syndrome Day is TOMORROW! 🌎 1,000+ Buddy Up Athletes are building skills, friendships, and confidence every day. Your support makes it all possible. Tag someone you’re celebrating 3/21 with! πŸ‘‡ #WorldDownSyndromeDay #WDSD
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It's #TennisTuesday! 🎾 Our Athletes in Hamilton, OH are working hard, improving their skills, and making new friends πŸ’™ #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #DSAwareness #DownSyndromeAwareness #Tennis
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It's #TennisTuesday 🎾 Our Athletes, Buddies and Coaches in Sarasota, FL are putting in the work! Tag a friend you want to hit the courts with soon! πŸ‘‡ #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #DSAwareness #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth #Tennis
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Starting this week with some #MondayMotivation πŸ‘ When attitude meets opportunity, amazing things happen. #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #AdaptivePrograms #DownSyndromeAwareness
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April is National Volunteer Month! 🌟 We’re incredibly grateful for our amazing Buddies, Coaches, and Instructors who dedicate their time and energy to support Buddy Up for Life. Thank you for being the heart of our mission! πŸ’™ #NationalVolunteerMonth #BuddyUpForLifeπŸ’›πŸ’™
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Our Students&Athletes hit the runway with @KentSmithStudio at Fashion Fest 2025! In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, we celebrated the abilities of individuals with Down syndrome. Our Students&Athletes showcased their confidence on the runway, proving they were born to shine.⭐️
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IT’S WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY! πŸ’›πŸ’™ Today, and every day, we champion inclusivity, break down myths and stereotypes, and EXPECT MORE from individuals with Down syndrome. Click the link in our bio to support our Students and Athletes today! #WorldDownSyndromeDay #BuddyUpForLife
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Shoutout to our Buddy Up Pickleball πŸ“Akron Chapter for a successful first Session!!πŸ€©πŸ“βœ¨ Special thank you to the Akron Community Foundation for your generous support β€” we truly appreciate you!πŸ’›πŸ’™ #BuddyUpforLifeπŸ’›πŸ’™ #ExpectMore
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