Re-gift for 321foundation

Warm Season Greetings to all of our friends!   We hope you're enjoying this beautiful time of the year with those you love.  

As you unwrap gifts this holiday season we have one request....if your child received a gift that you don't want them to have (perhaps loud drums or a paint set lol) or you received something you won't use, donate it!   We will gladly take your unwanted gifts for our 321 silent auction and raffle coming up in March!   Or if you would like to make a year-end donation, we will gladly accept.  

Thank you again for all of your support throughout the year.  We couldn't do what we do without all of you!   Happy Holidays!

100 days to 321celebrate

Mark your calendars!!! It's officially 100 days until @321foundation's 4th annual World Down Syndrome Day event - #321celebrate!!! 

Join us 3/18/17 for a huge party full of fun for everyone at BCP Smyrna #WDSD #netde

December Parent Social Meeting: Apps

Wednesday, December 7th, 2016 - Parent Social Meeting - Apps

Come to our free 321foundation parent meeting!

- Meet and learn from other parents

- Hear a short presentation on a predetermined topic

- Decemeber's topic is Apps - we will share our favorites and want to hear about yours!

When: 6:30PM,  Where: Bear Library, 101 Governors Pl, Bear, DE 19701

*** if you are bringing children, please bring something for them to do during the meeting (childcare is not provided)

Please donate to 321foundation on Giving Tuesday

Share your love and support for @321foundation on #GivingTuesday! Your donation will help make a huge difference as 100% goes back to support our mission! Thanks friends! #pleaseshare

ABLE Accounts

Sharing info about opening an ABLE account at tonight's Parent Social Meeting - did you know you can open one today? 

Click on this link for a comparison of ABLE offerings:

http://www.ndss.org/Global/Policy/ABLE/ABLE_Programs_Chart-web.pdf

Parent Meeting 11/2

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 - Parent Social Meeting - ABLE Act

Come to our free 321foundation parent meeting!

- Meet and learn from other parents

- Hear a short presentation on a predetermined topic

- November's topic is opening an ABLE Account

- Unofficial social after the meeting at Stewarts Brewing Company (in the same shopping center)

When: 6:30PM,  Where: Bear Library, 101 Governors Pl, Bear, DE 19701

*** if you are bringing children, please bring something for them to do during the meeting (childcare is not provided)

https://www.facebook.com/events/1046897638760070/?ti=icl

Parent Socials, Holiday Train Party, and NYC Bus Trip!

321foundation end of 2016 events are posted!

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 - Parent Social Meeting
Come to our free 321foundation parent meeting!
- Meet and learn from other parents
- Hear a short presentation on a predetermined topic
- November's topic is opening an ABLE Account
- Unofficial social after the meeting at Stewarts Brewing Company (in the same shopping center)
When: 6:30PM,  Where: Bear Library, 101 Governors Pl, Bear, DE 19701
*** if you are bringing children, please bring something for them to do during the meeting (childcare is not provided)

Saturday, December 3rd, 2016 - Holiday Train Party

Join us for a special holiday train ride on the Wilmington & Western Railroad's Santa Train!
When: Train leaves at 2:30PM and returns at 4:00PM
Where: Wilmington & Western Railroad,  2201 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, DE 19808
$10/person and people with Down syndrome ride free!

Wednesday, December 7th, 2016 - Parent Social Meeting

Our December parent meeting at the Bear Library! Meet, learn, and have fun!

When: 6:30PM,  Where: Bear Library, 101 Governors Pl, Bear, DE 19701

Sunday, December 11th, 2016 - New York City Bus Trip

Join us for a special holiday bus trip to New York City!

You will have free time from 10:30AM-5:00PM to shop, see the sights, go to a play, or anything else you would like to do.
When: bus leaves at 8:30AM, bus returns to Delaware at 7:00PM
Where: Depart from Prices Corner Park and Ride Lot off of Centerville road next to Prices Corner Shopping Center, Wilmington, Delaware.
$40/person and people with Down syndrome ride free!
*** this year's bus is not accessible for wheel chairs, but we plan to have an accessible bus next year

Delaware Family SHADE

Had an inspiring morning at the Family SHADE networking breakfast! There's a lot of great people doing great things in our community and @321foundation is proud to be a part of it ❤️#netde #downsyndrome

IEP help

It's a new school year. How's your IEP? Has it changed? Should it change? Do you have questions? @321foundation provides free, expert IEP reviews to families. Message us if you'd like some help ❤️#IEP #dsam

Show your love and support with a free magnet!

YAY!!! IT'S DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH & it's prize time!!! 

Message us your address and we will send you this fantastic free magnet! Then send us a pic of your magnet and you'll be entered to win a @321foundation sweatshirt! 

#PleaseShare this post to show your love and support for people with DS!

#DSAM #downsyndrome

(get more merchandise at 321gear.com)

National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

It's National Down Syndrome Awareness Month - an even bigger reason to celebrate people with #downsyndrome who have made our lives better than we could have ever imagined! Please share a pic or a story and be on the lookout for special announcements from 321foundation that will make his month extra amazing! #NDSAM #NDSAM2016 

1st Day of School

Lots of fantastic 1st day of school pics out there! Share yours with 321foundation or tag us - we love seeing those moments ❤️

*** BBQ MOVED TO THIS SUNDAY 8/7 12PM-6PM ***

*** BBQ MOVED TO THIS SUNDAY 8/7 12PM-6PM ***

RSVP FOR FREE! CLICK HERE!

321foundation Summer BBQ Picnic!

You won't want to miss this! REGISTER TODAY!!!

Saturday, August 6th, 2016, 3PM

Please join us for good food, friends, and fun! All are welcome to the 3rd Annual 321foundation Summer BBQ Picnic!

Please bring your own beverages, chairs, blankets, sunscreen, and attire for a huge water slide inflatable.

Music, dancing, soccer, volleyball, cornhole, ladder ball, and fun!

Thank you!
321foundation

Car Wash this Sunday 1-4pm!!!

Come to our car wash this Sunday!!!

1-4pm Middletown, DE at CleanPRO Detail Center - Middletown

Fun, friends, and clean cars!!!

All proceeds support our mission: to empower all individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and friends in the community through advocacy, education, and support.

#pleaseshare ❤️

https://www.facebook.com/events/605167756308710/?ti=icl

Blue Gold Tailgate

Hey friends! Come hang out with us at our annual Blue Gold tailgate! Saturday at the University of Delaware! It's always an awesome experience! See more info in "Events"...

321foundation Annual Blue Gold Tailgate

6/18/16 2-6pm

University of Delaware Football Stadium

Followed by the DFRC Blue Gold High School All-Star Football Game

Give a high $5 for Levi!

Levi is a beautiful 3 year-old boy with Down syndrome who is having a complex surgery for atlantoaxial instability to prevent possible spinal cord injuries in the future. Recovery will take over 3 months including the use of a halo device. We are asking for donations to help Levi and his family with all of the modifications and supports needed during his recovery period.
321foundation will match your donation up to $1,000 total dollars raised. #high5forlevi

Click here to make a donation :-)

3rd annual 321foundation Car Wash!

Calling all dirty cars!

Please come to the 3rd annual 321foundation Car Wash! Sunday, 6/26 @ 1-4PM at CleanPro Detail Center in Middletown! 

Where:

CleanPro Detail Center

5221 Summit Bridge Rd

Middletown, DE 19709

When: 

Sunday, June 26, 2016

1:00PM-4:00PM

Exterior wash:

Cars - $10

SUVs - $20

New All Star Cheer Team in West Grove, PA

Here's info on a new all star cheer team featuring a combo of dance & gymnastics & stunts (no sideline cheers) based nearby in West Grove, PA... contact 321 board member Amy Brunquell with any questions! 

Delaware Miss Amazing 2016!

We loved every minute of the 2016 Delaware Miss Amazing Pageant! The girls rocked the stage and the crowd was fired-up! 2015 Miss Amazing Jordan Taylor nailed the national anthem! Congrats to Rachel Rhea and the rest of the winners on advancing to nationals! Rising stars Kayla, Piper, and Charlotte were fantastic! We can't wait until next year!

Blast at the Buddy Walk

We had a great day sharing #acceptanceandlove during the DSA of Delaware Buddy Walk and the DFRC Blue-Gold picnic! We loved connecting with everyone there ❤️ #ndss #downsyndrome

Come see us in Newark on 5/15!

We will have a table at tomorrow's Down Syndrome Association of Delaware Buddy Walk in front of the University of Delaware football stadium from 1-4PM! Come spin the prize wheel, learn about what we do, and meet our fantastic board members! 

#netde #downsyndrome #acceptanceandlove

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day!!!

321foundation wants to celebrate amazing moms today!   Please comment the name(s) of the most amazing mom(s) you know on our Facebook link below.  You and (one of) the mom(s) you nominate will both be entered to win a FREE 321foundation prize pack (valued at $50 for each of you)!!!!

Share and comment by 11:59pm 5/8 to be entered to win! #momsrock #happymothersday #downsyndrome

https://www.facebook.com/321foundation/posts/609574282525979:0

It is Moyamoya Awareness Day!

It is Moyamoya Awareness Day!

Moyamoya is a rare disease that effects the arteries in the brain. It is progressive and there is no known cure. It's so important to spread awareness, because Moyamoya often presents as stroke, TIA, and seizures in children and young adults. Because it is not a common condition people are misdiagnosed and their symptoms of stroke, which would be taken seriously in an older person, are ignored or dismissed as stress. Most people with Moyamoya have surgery to help with symptoms,  but it is not a cure. Remember the name! And remember that anyone can have a stroke!  There is also a stat that 23% of all individuals with #MoyaMoya have #Downsyndrome.  

Three of our sweet friends, Erin, Daphne, and Franki all have Moyamoya.  Please keep all of them in your thoughts and help us raise awareness for this disease by sharing!!!!

http://www.thepetitionsite.com/831/455/587/moyamoya-disease-awareness-world-moyamoya-day-may-6th/

Thank you D&T Heating and Cooling!!!

Thank you D&T Heating and Cooling for making 321foundation the beneficiary of your postcard promotion! This could be the coolest postcard ever!!!

Thank you Senator Coons!

Thank you U.S. Senator Chris Coons for your support of people with Down syndrome and for agreeing to join the Congressional Down Syndrome Taskforce! We loved meeting with you today! #BWW2016 #NDSS

NDSC Convention scholarships

Attention all 321 families...

The 321foundation will be providing 10 families with a scholarship to attend the NDSC Convention in Orlando, FL.  

Here are the details:

1.  Register for the 2016 NDSC Convention. 

2.  Forward your confirmation email to info@321foundation.com by midnight EST on April 22, 2016. 

3.  Ten families will be selected by random lottery and announced via Facebook post and email response by May 15, 2016.  

4.  The 10 winning families will receive up to a $260 scholarship (which will pay for your individual or family registration for the 2016 NDSC Convention). 

5.  The scholarship will be paid to the 10 winning families on August 1, 2016, pending their confirmed attendance at convention.   

6.  Attend convention, learn lots and come back inspired!!!!  😊

For more information about the convention or to register now go to...

http://www.ndsccenter.org/register-now/

This event and the rooms sell out extremely fast!!!!  Especially in Orlando!!!!  Don't hesitate if you want to attend...book today!

National Sibiling Day!

It's National Sibiling Day ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Share a pic with us on social media or info@321foundation.com ❤️❤️❤️ #nationalsiblingday #downsyndrome #acceptanceandlove

Join us at Texas Roadhouse 4/12!

Join us Tuesday, April 12 for a night of good friends, good food and tons of fun benefiting the 321foundation!!!

It's kids night which means there will be kids activities, balloon animals and a super hero will even be making an appearance!!!!  

Join us and don't forget to bring this flyer with you. 😊

Meeting with the Governor

We couldn't do what we do without amazing support from our friends in Legislative Hall...especially Governor Jack Markell.  He has always been a huge advocate for individuals with disabilities.  Today we had the honor to present the Governor with the 321foundation 2016 Champion of the Year Award.  We are so thankful for his support and are so grateful that we live in a state with such an amazing Governor!

#bestgovernorever

#acceptanceandlove

#321foundation

#downsyndrome

#ABLEact

#NetDE

#betterbottomline

Thank you for giving $6!

Thank you everyone who gave $6 for World Down Syndrome Day, and if you still want to contribute ❤️ click here: www.give6.com ❤️

100% of your donation goes back to our mission of empowerment

Give 6 for Down syndrome

Hey friends!!!  March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day and we would love it if all of our friends and supporters gave just $6 to help support our mission.  $6...for 3+2+1.   It's fast and easy to do.  Let's see how much money we can raise this World Down Syndrome Day by coming together!!!!  Please share!!!!

https://321foundation.wufoo.com/forms/give-6-for-down-syndrome/

The 321foundation is a registered 501(C)3 so your donation is tax deductible and 100% raised will go to support our mission!!!

321celebrate was amazing!!!

Tonight was amazing.  Beyond amazing actually.  Surrounded by some of our favorite people.  Seeing so many people celebrating individuals with Down syndrome...such an incredible feeling.  Knowing that we are all just simply a friend.  That's all. Nothing else matters.  The support from legislators, teachers, friends, Wilmington University Soccer Team, Sara Ann, family...everyone. Out hearts are so full.  Thank you!!!!  You all make a difference.  ❤️❤️❤️