World Down Syndrome Day

On March 21 we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! This is a day to come together to celebrate Down syndrome and raise awareness. There are many ways to get involved with the National Down syndrome Society (NDSS) on World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). Learn ore about WDSD here.

Use #WorldDownSyndromeDay to post on social media, and don’t forget to tag NDSS on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn so we can share your post! NDSS is proud to partner with Coordown, and other international organizations to bring you "Assume That I Can." Check it out here.

How to get involved:

Start a Fundraiser

Start a fundraiser on Facebook

Create a fundraiser for NDSS on your personal Facebook page to celebrate WDSD.

World Down Syndrome Day Toolkits

We've created toolkits for you to reference if you're looking for ways to get involved on World Down Syndrome Day! Check out our toolkits for educators, employers, healthcare workers, and NDSS affiliates. We have also created a WDSD Coloring Book for anyone to use!

Racing for 3.21

Join NDSS for this virtual event that challenges participants to run, walk, or take on any other type of movement for 3.21 miles or minutes in celebration of WDSD. You can also tackle one of our challenge distances of 32.1 or 321 miles throughout the month of March! You can also participate in Racing For 3.21 with your classroom. Click here to download the Racing For 3.21 classroom toolkit!

Run for 3.21

Learn more

Our team of runners has been chosen and they will embark on a 340+ mile relay from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Follow along on NDSS social media March 21-23.

Send a WDSD E-Card

Send E-Card

Make a donation to NDSS and send an e-card to celebrate WDSD. Make sure to check "Dedicate my donation in honor or in memory of someone" when checking out.