Sep 20, 2026

2026 DSAV Buddy Walk® of Eastern OH and Western PA

717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood - Gates Open at 11:45 am - Walk Kicks off at 1:00 PM

$185,117 raised

Join the Celebration

DSAV Buddy Walk of Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania is back for its 19th year! Join us on September 20, 2026 at 717 Credit Union Field at Eastwood to promote Down syndrome awareness, acceptance and inclusion. Experience a day filled with family friendly activities and a 1/2 mile awareness walk. Proceeds from the Buddy Walk are used to support programs and services provide by the Down Syndrome Association of the Valley.

BUDDY WALK REGISTRATION UPDATE

Online Registration for the Buddy Walk is now closed--but you can still join us!

Simply stop by the REGISTRATION TENT when you arrive at the Buddy Walk to register in person (Credit & Cash Accepted)

Event shirts will be available while supplies last, with limited sizes and quantities available.

Want to support a Buddy Walk Team? Online donations are still being accepted. You can continue to donate to your favorite team and help support individuals with Down syndrome and their families in our community.

We can't wait to Celebrate Abilities on Sunday, September 20th!

Our Sponsors

Platinum Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

Friend Sponsor

Congratulation to the 2026 Top Fundraising Teams

Top 20 Fundraising Teams (12:00pm on 8/17/2026)

  1. TIMMERMAN TRIO

  2. Kenny’s #1’s

  3. Lovin' Lauren

  4. Boaz' Biking Pit Crew (In Him is Strength)

  5. Dom's Dominators

  6. Walkin' for Wesley

  7. Team Positive ADDItude

  8. Cruisin' for Christian

  9. Seth's All Star-Squad

  10. Ronni's Rockstars

  11. Team Tyler

  12. Team Strong-WILLED

  13. Colton's Crew

  14. Bryson's Bunch

  15. Callie's Crew

  16. Colton's Cruisers

  17. Millie's Sillies

  18. Noah's Net

  19. Auggie's Animal House

  20. Kam's Krew

    The Team with the most registered walkers is Walkin' For Wesley with 90 participants.