Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk® 2026 supporting Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio
Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk® 2026 supporting Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio
About Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk® 2026
A Celebration of Community and Inclusion
The Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk® is a meaningful and impactful event that celebrates individuals with Down syndrome and the power of community. Each year, this annual event creates connection and celebration while supporting the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio.
Join us on October 24, 2026, in downtown Cleveland at Mall C for a day full of fun and memories! The event will include a one mile walk, family-friendly activities, entertainment, community resources, and opportunities to celebrate and support individuals with Down syndrome.
Date
Starts at: October 24, 2026 8:00 AM
Ends at: October 24, 2026 11:00 AM
Location
Mall C (Strawbridge Plaza)
Lakeside Avenue East
Cleveland,OH 44114 USA
Contact
Calli Fenik
216-329-4955
calli@dsaneo.org
About the Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk®
Why do YOU walk?
Every step we take is powered by a story, and your story might be the one that inspires the next person to join our community.
The Buddy Walk® was created by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month and promote inclusion and acceptance. Since 1995, it has grown to more than 275 walks nationwide, bringing together over 330,000 walkers and raising $14.4 million for advocacy.
Here in Northeast Ohio, the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio (DSANEO) supports more than 1,100 families by providing resources, education, and advocacy throughout our community. Together, we’re working toward a world where individuals with Down syndrome have limitless opportunities to pursue their dreams.
Share what motivates you to walk and be part of the movement. Register your team today!
How Your Support Makes a Difference
Wondering how your support makes a difference?
Every dollar you raise for the Buddy Walk® helps DSANEO support more than 1,100 families across Northeast Ohio through life-changing programs and services, including:
• Education
• Medical resources
• Advocacy
• Family support
• Social programs
When you fundraise, you’re doing more than supporting a walk — you’re investing in a future where individuals with Down syndrome have the opportunity to thrive.
And you’re not just leading — you’re inspiring others to join the movement. Invite coworkers, schools, groups, friends, and other families to get involved and walk alongside you or donate.
Together, we can expand our reach, raise awareness, and spread the spirit of inclusion across all 16 counties we serve in Northeast Ohio.