Brayden's Battalion

Welcome to Brayden’s Battalion – Our Fundraising Page for the Connecticut Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk!

We’re walking in honor of our incredible Brayden, who is now 9 years old! Our journey with the Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk began when Brayden was just 8 months old, and we’ve been proudly walking ever since.

Each year, Brayden’s Battalion marches forward to raise awareness, celebrate the amazing abilities of individuals with Down syndrome, and support the programs that help them thrive. Every step we take—and every dollar we raise—brings us closer to a world where all individuals with Down syndrome have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Your support helps fund essential local programs, services, and advocacy efforts that make a real difference for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Thank you for supporting Brayden’s Battalion—whether you’re walking beside us or cheering us on from afar. We are so grateful for your love and support!

Here are a few things about DS ACT:

• Our Literacy Education Center provides one-to-one literacy tutoring for individuals who have Down syndrome.

• We hold and sponsor workshops and trainings for parents, educators, and medical professionals to share up-to-date medical research, best educational practices, and long-term planning information.

• Our First Call program supports new parents of babies with Down syndrome and those who receive a prenatal diagnosis. First Call conducts outreach and educational services for medical professionals and students who are pursuing healthcare degrees.

• Our Siblings First Call program provides peer support to school-age brothers and sisters of children with Down syndrome.

• We continue to sponsor social activities for families so they may share information and support one another.

• We provide grants to schools and other organizations to support the inclusion of people with Down syndrome.

• We collaborate with other organizations to educate parents about their child’s IEP and their legal rights.

• The Advocacy Avengers is the DS ACT teen and young adult support group for individuals who have Down syndrome that meets monthly.

• We fund a camp grant program to benefit individuals with Down syndrome.

Make your tax-deductible donation today and take the first step toward helping me achieve my goal. Thank you for your support!