Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk® 2026

NEO Buddy Walk Team Fundraising Incentives

Gather your team, fundraise together, and unlock special rewards along the way. Each milestone brings new ways to celebrate your Buddy and show your team spirit.

Register on March 21

Register your team on World Down Syndrome Day (March 21).

Team Captain Receives
• Team sign to hold at the Buddy Walk

Team Receives
• Early Bird badge on the fundraising page
• Social media shoutout from DSANEO

Raise $321

Team Receives
• Custom Fathead of your Buddy
• $321 fundraising badge on the team page

Raise $500

Team Receives
• Custom 2' x 4' Buddy Walk team banner
• $500 fundraising badge on the team page

Raise $1,000

Team Receives
• Team Spirit Bundle for Walk Day
• Includes Buddy Buttons and fun spirit items
• $1,000 fundraising badge on the team page

Raise $2,500

Team Receives
• $321 DSANEO merchandise credit
• Create a one-of-a-kind custom design
• $2,500 fundraising badge on the team page

Raise $3,500

Team Receives
• Team name on the back of the official Buddy Walk t-shirt
• Two tickets to DSANEO Trivia Night
• Entry into a surprise team drawing in October
• $3,500 fundraising badge on the team page

Raise $6,000

Team Receives
• Access to the VIP Team Captain Corner on Walk Day
• Covered tent area
• Tables and chairs
• Sunburst Snacks treats
• Water and refreshments
• $6,000 fundraising badge on the team page

Raise $10,000

Details coming soon for our highest fundraising teams.

Special Recognition

Top Fundraising Team by October 20

• Leads the Northeast Ohio Buddy Walk on Walk Day
• Recognition from the stage during the event