Our 1st Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk was an amazing success and we are looking forward to an even greater event this fall! 

Don't wait to gather your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers to join us as we celebrate those with Down syndrome -- register today!!

Saturday October 1, 2011

Big League Dreams Sports Park

 League City, Texas. 

The event will be from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

A light lunch will be provided

To learn more about the walk , please read over the Step Up Walk Packet

Click here to see the KPRC Channel 2 News story about the 2010 Step Up Walk and GCLFEDS!

• Down syndrome is the most commonly occurring genetic condition with an incidence of 1 in every 733 births.
  
• There are currently over 400,000 individuals living with Down syndrome in the United States.
• There are approximately 5,000 babies born with Down syndrome each year in the United States. .
• Down syndrome is one of the leading clinical causes of cognitive delay in the world - it is not related to race, nationality, religion or socio-economic status.
• With appropriate support, individuals with Down syndrome can lead fulfilling lives and be contributing members of society.

• Greater Clear Lake Families Exploring Down Syndrome is a non-profit organization which serves the families of children and adults with Down syndrome and interested professionals on the south and east sides of Houston.
• Founded in 2007, GCLFEDS was formed by parents of children with Down syndrome who recognized the need for support and resources on the southeast side of Houston and outlying areas.
• GCLFEDS provides families with support, information and encouragement to help all individuals with Down syndrome achieve their dreams.
• GCLFEDS works to insure individuals with Down syndrome are included in community activities, neighborhood schools and the business community, to benefit both the individual and their community.
• GCLFEDS is a 503 (c)(3) non-profit organization.