Step Up for Down Syndrome Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I see who has donated or joined my team? A: You can use your team page to look to see who has donated or joined your team! You can also email all of your teammates, thank donors and more!
Q: How do people sign up to walk with my team? A: Registration is not required for those attending the event. We only require the team to be started. However, if they would still like to register under your team, they can do so through the homepage of the website or by visiting your personal team link.
Q: How much does it cost to attend the event on June 8th? A: There is no fee to attend Step Up for Down Syndrome! However, you'll receive one event shirt for every $35 you raise. This also applies to children, for it helps cover the event expenses. Team honorees will receive a free shirt.
Q: How do our team members get their shirts? A: Each Team Captain is responsible for collecting the shirt sizes needed for your team. Team Captains must complete the shirt order form by the guaranteed deadline of May 2nd to collect the shirts for the entire team. Shirt order forms will be emailed to all Team Captains in April. The week of the event, there will be specific dates/times for Team Captains to pick up their team shirts.
Q: What should we bring to the event? A: Donations you have yet to turn in, any tables, chairs or tents you'd like to set-up at the event for your team (can only be set-up in the grassy area), any food and non-alcoholic drinks you'd like, and anything else to help you feel more comfortable if it's hot out!
Q: How will DSAGSL use the funds from the event? A: All Step Up proceeds go directly towards funding programs and services in support of individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Find out more about programs at www.dsagsl.org.
Q: Is this a rain or shine event? A: Yes! Just as we celebrate Down syndrome every day of a person's life, we'll celebrate Down syndrome at Step Up regardless of the weather! If the weather is very severe, we'll keep everyone updated via email and our social media pages.
Q: Will DSAGSL help promote our team's fundraising event? A: We will do our best to share Step Up team events once on our social media and in our e-newsletter when possible. Please send your event information to emily@dsagsl.org with your team information included.
Q: How can my company/place of employment be involved? A: Companies are able to sponsor teams while also getting sponsorship benefits! Please let Emily know if you'd like the sponsorship packet to pass along to your company. Don't forget to ask your place of work if they partake in matching gifts - matching what you donate! Places of work are also a great opportunity to have a fundraiser, through round-ups, jean day, contests, raffles and more! Need ideas? Email emily@dsagsl.org for help.
Q: Are dogs allowed at Step Up for Down Syndrome? A: Although we love pups, we ask everyone please leave their furry friends at home, as some individuals with Down syndrome are scared of dogs. If you have a service animal that needs to accompany you to the event, please have clear markings of being a service animal. This also applies to Run for 21.
Q: Will I need cash or a payment method for anything at the event? A: We will have raffle tickets available at the event but otherwise, everything at the event is free! (Unless there are food trucks).