DOWN SYNDROME ADVOCACY

Every PERSON has

VALUe,

Full stop.

We equip families with tools, therapy, and community, and fight for a world that sees the value of every person with Down syndrome.

DOWN SYNDROME ADVOCACY

Every PERSON HAS

VALUe,

Full stop.

We equip families with tools, therapy, and community, and fight for a world that sees the value of every person with Down syndrome at every stage of life.

say yes to possibility!

EVERY DOLLAR WILL BE MATCHED: DEADLINE JUNE 30TH

Every child with Down syndrome is made in the image and likeness of God — full of purpose and possibility. Yet too many families hear "no" — no resources, no support, no way forward — at the moment they need someone to say "yes." 


That's why Team Iron Will exists. 


The Say Yes to Possibility Campaign is our commitment to standing in the gap — so no family walks this journey alone and each child is given every opportunity to fully realize God's design for them. Right now, every gift is matched dollar for dollar — up to $10,000 — through June 30.

When you give, you're saying YES! and someone else is saying it with you.


DOUBLE YOUR GIFT!

say yes to possibility!

EVERY DOLLAR WILL BE MATCHED: DEADLINE JUNE 30TH

Every child with Down syndrome is made in the image and likeness of God — full of purpose and possibility. Yet too many families hear "no" — no resources, no support, no way forward — at the moment they need someone to say "yes." 


That's why Team Iron Will exists. 


The Say Yes to Possibility Campaign is our commitment to standing in the gap — so no family walks this journey alone and each child is given every opportunity to fully realize God's design for them. Right now, every gift is matched dollar for dollar — up to $10,000 — through June 30.

When you give, you're saying YES! and someone else is saying it with you.


DOUBLE YOUR GIFT!

WHAT WE'VE ACCOMPLISHED WITH YOUR HELP since 2022:

2nd Annual family fest raffle

Great prizes, and just $5 gets you started. Every ticket helps a family raising a child with Down syndrome feel less alone.

The raffle runs until August 29th at 2:30 PM Central Time, so get your tickets now!

Enter the Raffle

WHAT WE'VE ACCOMPLISHED with your help since 2022:

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Educational webinars conducted

We celebrate the perseverance of children with Down syndrome and their families. Every child fought to get here, and every family fights to care for them. These kids have tremendous grit, as do the families that love them. Team Iron Will doesn’t know defeat; we just know we’re not there yet. To us, failure isn’t final; it’s just an opportunity to rise again. With determination and faith, we redefine success—for ourselves and our children.


RELENTLESS. FORWARD. PROGRESS.

We celebrate the perseverance of children with Down syndrome and their families. Every child fought to get here, and every family fights to care for them. These kids have tremendous grit, as do the families that love them. Team Iron Will doesn’t know defeat; we just know we’re not there yet. To us, failure isn’t final; it’s an opportunity to rise again. With determination and faith, we redefine success—for ourselves and our children.


RELENTLESS. FORWARD. PROGRESS.

PRACTICAL SUPPORT. REAL IMPACT.

From therapy scholarships to medical equipment to building a trusted provider network, we meet families where they are and help their children thrive.

PRACTICAL SUPPORT.

REAL IMPACT.

From therapy scholarships to medical equipment to building a trusted provider directory.

Material Assistance

We provide medical, therapeutic, and adaptive equipment, care packages, and developmental and educational tools to families in the Down syndrome community who may be experiencing financial strain.

educational opportunities

We endeavor to educate families and providers about effective and cutting-edge techniques, procedures, and programs that maximize our children’s lived experiences with expert-led sessions offering insights, guidance, and real-life stories.

medical advocacy

Finding healthcare professionals who genuinely respect and uphold the dignity and value of children with Down syndrome can be a challenge. We're building a network to serve as a trusted resource listing providers who not only offer excellent care but also champion the dignity, worth, and purpose of every child they serve.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming free webinars and other events hosted or sponsored by Team Iron Will

UPCOMING EVENTS

Upcoming free webinars and other events hosted or sponsored by Team Iron Will will be shown here when scheduled..

Thursday

August 20th

WEBINAR: Work Smarter, Not Harder: Building Speech Into Your Daily Routine (With Heather Vukelich)

What if helping your child’s speech didn’t mean adding one more thing to your already-full day?


Join Heather Vukelich, Speech-Language Pathologist and Feeding Specialist from Happy Kids Therapy, in partnership with Team Iron Will, for a practical webinar designed to help parents work smarter—not harder—when supporting speech development at home.


You’ll learn how to meet your child at their current level of success and turn everyday routines, play, and natural interactions into meaningful opportunities for speech practice. 


Bring your questions and videos and get the opportunity to learn directly from Heather in a relaxed, interactive Q&A following the presentation. 

12:00 PM (Central Time)

Saturday

August 29th

2nd Annual Team Iron Will Family Fest

The Team Iron Will Family Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration bringing the Down syndrome community — and all who stand with them — together for a day of fun, connection and awareness.

Come enjoy lawn games, a kids' home run derby, face painting, balloon animals, snow cones, a Down syndrome adaptive and therapeutic equipment swap, raffle, silent auction, and more.

11:00 AM-3:00 PM (Central Time)

Saturday

August 29th

2nd Annual Team Iron Will and NWA Charity Wiffle Ball Tournament

Team Iron Will is back with our second annual Wiffle Ball Tournament collaboration with NWA Wiffle Ball, and we're swinging bigger than ever! 

Whether you want to field a team, sponsor the event, or just come out for a day of family fun, we'd love to have you.

9:00 AM-4:00 PM (Central Time)

What families in the down syndrome community are saying:

Young man with Down syndrome runs across the finish line after completing a triathlon

What families in the down syndrome community are saying:

Young man with Down syndrome runs across the finish line after completing a triathlon

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