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28th Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk - Event Day

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ORGANIZATION: Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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The Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk is the largest celebration and awareness building event for individuals with Down syndrome and their families in Colorado. The event includes both a 1-mile and 2.5 mile walk, stage with live music and performances, Kids Zone, Resource Fair, and food options. This volunteer opportunity is to help with the walk event on Sunday, Sept. 29.

5 Shifts

  • Sun Sep 29, 2024 - 06:00 AM to 09:00 AM MST - Spots available: 10+
    A variety of volunteer roles are available during this time.
  • Sun Sep 29, 2024 - 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST - Spots available: 10+
    A variety of volunteer roles are available during this time.
  • Sun Sep 29, 2024 - 08:00 AM to 11:30 AM MST - Spots available: 10+
    A variety of volunteer roles are available during this time.
  • Sun Sep 29, 2024 - 11:30 AM to 02:00 PM MST - Spots available: 10+
    This shift is to help take down the tables, chairs, tents, and clean up trash.
  • Sun Sep 29, 2024 - 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM MST - Spots available: 9
    This is the final shift to help with loading the trucks and picking up any remaining trash.
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About Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association

Location:

7200 E Hampden Ave., Ste 301, Denver, CO 80224, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association is to assure inclusion and enhance independence of people with Down syndrome. We will achieve this by providing education, resources and support in partnership with individuals, families, professionals, and the community.

Description

RMDSA began in 1981 and has served families ever since! Being a parent is one of the most joyous and challenging jobs. It can be enriching and demanding, confounding and blissful. While it’s true everyone experiences parenting differently, it is also true every parent needs support, inspiration, and a helping hand every now and again. Our staff and network of parents are here to help you understand the realities of parenting a child with Down syndrome, to lend an ear and a caring shoulder, and to help guide you on your journey. Below is a list of programs the RMDSA offers to parents, families, adults, teenagers, and children:

  • FIRST CALL
  • COMMUNITY GROUPS
  • MEAL VOUCHER PROGRAM
  • HIGHER VISIONS FOR EDUCATION
  • PARENTS & SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP (PSP)
  • MEDICAL OUTREACH
  • VOLUNTEERS

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
People with Disabilities
Children & Youth, Community, People with Disabilities

WHEN

Sun Sep 29, 2024
06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
This opportunity has 5 shifts

WHERE

2001 Colorado BoulevardDenver, CO 80205

(39.74728,-104.94308)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 16
  • Each shift is 2-3 hours. Volunteers can work one shift or multiple shifts.
  • This is a loud, outdoor event with around 4,000 people. Volunteers need to be okay working in a loud, crowded, outdoor environment.

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