Community is Everything to CDSS
When friends, family, and co-workers come together to help, we are inspired!
Inspiration can come from a hobby, a talent, or something totally new! Turn your idea into a fundraising opportunity and help us continue our work for the Down syndrome community. Starting a community fundraiser is easy and fun, and we are here to help you along the way. You can create your own webpage in a few clicks and use our secure platform to accept donations online!
Need help getting started? Inside our community fundraising toolkit, you’ll find fundraising ideas, steps for planning your own fundraiser, and helpful resources.You can choose from four different fundraising initiatives:
- 21 Positivity Project: Kindness-driven initiatives that spread positivity in your community.
- Down for Anything: Physical activity-based initiatives that will get people moving together.
- Hands Down: Creativity-fueled challenges, involving hands-on activities and community services.
- Create Change: Come up with your own unique fundraiser and share your project with us using #CreateChangeCDSS
Need some support? Connect with us today to discuss your fundraiser idea by emailing GreggB@CDSS.ca or by calling our team at 1-800-883-5608.
See Community Fundraising in Action!
Staff and students at Melita School in New Brunswick collected donations and rocked their mismatched socks! Their Vice Principal gave presentations about Down syndrome to each class to raise awareness on World Down Syndrome Day.
7 year-old Hailey from Deseronto, Ontario raises money every year to purchase books about Down syndrome or inclusion for each classroom in her school. This year she reached her goal in just 24 hours and donated all remaining contributions to CDSS.
The Best Buddies program at St. Augustine Catholic High School in Markham, Ontario organized a paid civvies day – if students bring in a donation, they don’t have to wear their uniforms! Classes also coloured in mismatched socks and the school had educational announcements for World Down Syndrome Day.
Take the 321 Challenge with Your School
You’re invited to rise to the challenge and take action for World Down Syndrome Day! The 321 Challenge is a fun, easy way to get students involved and raise funds to support people with Down syndrome.
You’ll have everything you need to get started, from simple, student-friendly fundraising ideas to ready-to-use activities and resources—giving your school the opportunity to make a real impact.
Step up, take the challenge, and plan your school’s fundraiser for March 21. Download the 321 Challenge toolkit to get started!