The Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville (DSAJ) is a non-profit organization committed to helping people with Down syndrome achieve their full potential and to helping create a community that is educated, supportive, and inclusive of individuals with Down syndrome.
We envision a community where all people with Down syndrome are actively included, given opportunities to participate and contribute as valued citizens, and have the choice to create their own path to fulfillment and success.
In 1989, the Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville was founded by a handful of families who recognized the need to have a support group in the Jacksonville community. The focus was, and continues to be, to provide awareness and education 
and to help individuals with Down syndrome reach their potential. Our association has continued to grow with over 1,500 individuals, families and community members.
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3-2-1 RUN–March 17, 2012 at The Jacksonville Landing
We are super excited to announce open registration for our 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. We have renamed this run in honor of World Down Syndrome Awareness Day, which is March 21st. We are proud to have Matrix Employer Services back as our Title Sponsor. Click here to register for this fun event!
DSAJ Basketball Team
The basketball season will begin on Monday, February 13th. PLEASE NOTE: We will play on Monday nights this season instead of Tuesday nights. See attached flyer.
Charity Golf Classic
Save the date! Join us for the 2012 Charity Golf Classic on Saturday, April 21st, 2012. Sign Up Today!
Jax Kayak Fishing Classic
DSAJ is again a benefiting charity of this tournament to be held on May 12, 2012! REGISTER ONLINE NOW
Upcoming Events
A full calendar of events will be posted soon. In the meantime, please save the date for the following events:
February 11, 2012: Final Soccer Game and Celebration at Episcopal High School
February 13, 2012: Basketball Begins - Flyer
February 18, 2012: DSAJ Valentine's Dance (Ages 15-35) - Flyer
February 18, 2012: Lil' Stars Valentine's Social at St. Mark's Episcopal. Contact Karen Prewitt with Inquiries.
February 21, 2012: STARZ Cheerleading for those aged 8-18. Program runs through May 8th - Flyer
February 21, 2012: DSAJ Wellness/Fitness Program begins and runs through May 8th. Contact Debbie Revels for more information - Flyer
March 17, 2012: DSAJ 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
March 17, 2012: World Down Syndrome Awareness Celebration - Following the 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run our families will enjoy a celebration at Chicago Pizza at the Jacksonville Landing. RSVP Required. | INVITATION | REGISTRATION FORM
March 31, 2012: Lil' Stars Easter Egg Hunt. More information to come.
April 21, 2012: DSAJ Golf Tournament
April 21, 2012: Lil' Stars Social at My Gym. Details coming soon!
May 12, 2012: Jax Kayak Fishing Classic with DSAJ as a benefiting charity. Read more.
November 3, 2012: DSAJ Buddy Walk®
The National Down Syndrome Congress has created a guide to assist physicians facing the challenge of informing parents that a child has or may have Down syndrome. For this invaluable guide,
click here.
Informational packets for parents are provided by the DSAJ at all local Jacksonville hospitals. These packets offer local resource information as well as valuable support information. They are available on the Obstetrics floor of the hospital. You may also contact us at 904.353.6300 or email us to have one delivered directly to you.
The Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville gives presentations to the medical community on best practices for delivering the diagnosis of Down syndrome. We would be glad to present to you and your staff. Please contact us if you are interested.
Download our Sharing the News brochure here. This may be helpful to you and your staff.
