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Step Up for Down Syndrome

DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WEST MICHIGAN
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Grand Rapids, MI
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    October 2, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
    End Date:
    October 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    See the Sign Up Genius link to pick a time slot and task!
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    100
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Step Up for Down Syndrome

    Step Up for Down Syndrome is the Down Syndrome Association's biggest fundraiser of the year with over 1,000 people expected to attend. All proceeds benefit DSAWM's programs and services, ensuring families have equitable access to robust support at no cost to them.

    Step Up will be on October 3rd from 2pm-5pm at the SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center (160 68th St. SW Grand Rapids, MI 49548). It is an all-ages, family-friendly carnival celebration that includes games, prizes, food trucks, resources, performances, and more!

    Volunteer opportunities include setting up, leading games, distributing prizes, greeting attendees, and more! Volunteers will get a free T-shirt!

    Location

    On-site

    SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center

    160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Anyone that is interested in volunteering can use this Sign Up Genius link to pick a time slot and task: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4FA4AA2FA6FAC16-64838457-2026

    Volunteers are also required to complete our Volunteer Form, which collects the information needed for us to conduct a background check. Here is the link to that form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnIrBJgMayH4g7sGxQOPqAnUSMpK6Q3zwmXl9QT-r-_dCi0Q/viewform?usp=dialog

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