Walk for Down Syndrome

Join us for the 22nd Annual Walk for Down Syndrome

September 27, 2025
North Dakota State Capitol
Bismarck, ND 58501

The Designer Genes Walk for Down Syndrome is one of the largest disability walks in the state of North Dakota. With more than 2,000 attendees, this event spreads awareness about Down syndrome and inclusion and celebrates individuals with Down syndrome and their families. We can't wait to celebrate with you in 2025.

Walk Information

Who Should Participate
Everyone can attend. Participants include people with Down syndrome from around the state, their families, friends, teachers, coworkers and other supporters. The general public is encouraged to attend and show their support for people of all abilities.

We are coming together to build belonging as we celebrate the 22nd annual Walk for Down syndrome. In conjunction with the Designer Genes walk, last year alone, national Down syndrome awareness walks across the country raised more than $10 million to benefit national education, research and advocacy initiatives, as well as local programs and services.

Want to learn more, click the "Designer Genes Walk FAQ" button below!

Designer Genes Walk FAQ

How to Support the Walk for Down Syndrome

By supporting Designer Genes and the Walk for Down syndrome, you're making a difference in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and those who support them across the state.

With the funds raised from our walks, we have been able to:

Reach an estimated 600 families that have an individual family member living with Down syndrome in North Dakota.
Hire an executive director which means that families have direct access to information and emotional support who can support any challenges they may be facing.
Supply 10 North Dakota birthing hospitals with information for families with new babies with Down syndrome.
Hold ongoing family and membership events for our community to join from across the state.
Advocate at the local, state, and federal level alongside our National Down syndrome partners on important disability related topics.

Sponsor the Walk for Down Syndrome - Support Belonging!
Sponsorships are welcome to help support Down syndrome awareness and Designer Genes’ work across the state. We hope you will consider donating or being a sponsor to support our efforts statewide in 2025!

Sponsorship Form