Our Mission
It is the mission of the Alaska Chapter National Down Syndrome Network to provide education and information for members, new parents, and the community as a whole, to give parent-to-parent support to families of children with Down Syndrome, to gather socially and share experiences, and to be an advocacy group for individuals with Down Syndrome.
Every year, we gather and celebrate our community at our Alaska Walk for Down Syndrome, one of our largest fundraisers. Please join us by signing up to attend or by leaving a donation help us reach our goal and help fund our organization's critical programs.
Event Details!
Join us at Iditapark in Wasilla. The event will take place at the east end of the park, near the fire department . There is plenty of parking around the park, be on the lookout for signs to help guide you to the event location.
This year the AKDSN has partnered Cook Inlet Charters to award the individual with Down syndrome who raises the most money with (4) tickets for a halibut charter to take place in May 2027.
The halibut trip is a 6-8 person fishing excursion out of Ninilchik. Cook Inlet Charters will provide all the fishing gear bait and equipment.
What to bring:
Rain gear
Food and beverages for the day
Fishing license
Cook Inlet Charters has some select rain gear and boots if needed. They offer vacuum sealing freezing as well as shipping available at their outfit. Lodging is also an option if you would like to stay with them prior to the fishing trip.
2026 T-Shirt Design by Local Artist
This years t-shirt was designed by Anchorage resident AnneMarie Henderson.
2025 Alaska Walk for Down Syndrome
Every Dollar Makes a Difference
Social Events
Social events are hosted by the AKDSN to bring our network members and community together! What a great way to make friends and support each other!
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Donations
About Alaska Down Syndrome Network
It is the mission of the Alaska Chapter National Down Syndrome Network to provide education and information for members, new parents, and the community as a whole, to give parent-to-parent support to families of children with Down Syndrome, to gather socially and share experiences, and to be an advocacy group for individuals with Down Syndrome.