DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio

11/29/2025

Today is Small Business Saturday!

Check out some of these small businesses that are owned/operated by people with Down syndrome. Consider shopping small today and supporting their business!

➡️ Down Right Delicious Dog Treats By Calli: created by Calli Jo who loves baking heathy dog treats for her dog Jax and for your furry friend!
➡️ John's Crazy Socks: a sock store on a mission to spread happiness!
➡️ Candidly Kind: Entrepreneur Grace Key is on a mission to spread love & give back big through her candidly kind brand!
➡️ Sean from Born This Way: Sean has his own store with lots of different apparel at https://seanese.com/.
➡️ Poppin Joe's Gourmet Kettle Korn: Old-fashioned, homemade gourmet Kettle Korn with amazing flavors!
➡️ Collettey's Cookies: delicious cookies, even Drew Barrymore says so. 😋
➡️Kyle McKay Photography: talented photographer to capturing all your important moments in life!
➡️ 21 Pineapples Shirt Co.: changing the world, one Hawaiian shirt at a time!

Shop small and support these extraordinary businesses this holiday season! 🎁

11/28/2025

The DSACO is closed today, November 28.

We hope that you've enjoyed spending time with loved ones over this Thanksgiving holiday, and had time to reflect on all that you are thankful for.

11/27/2025

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂

The DSACO office is closed today as we observe Thanksgiving.

We hope that you're able to enjoy time with loved ones today and reflect on the things you're thankful for!

11/26/2025

DSACO's Post-Secondary Scholarship Program is back for 2026, and applications are open! 🎓

Thanks to the generous support of community partners, including the GLOW Foundation, DSACO will again be offering college scholarships to assist siblings, parents, cousins, or other relatives of people with Down syndrome who are planning to pursue careers in which they will positively impact the lives of people with Down syndrome.

People with Down syndrome who are enrolled in a college program are eligible and strongly encouraged to apply!

This program has awarded more than $200,000 since its inception in 2004 and we can't wait to watch that number grow!

Visit https://dsaco.net/postsecondaryscholarship/ for more details and to submit your application. Applications are due by January 30, 2026!⏰

11/26/2025

Don't miss this upcoming free webinar presented by ElevateDD , in partnership with the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities.

Join us on Monday, December 1 at 6 PM for Parents’ Rights in the Special Education Process presented by Janet Kolk of OCECD, along with special guests
Vanessa Armenta, DSACO's Program Manager of Community Outreach, and Rachel Heiber, Program Manager at Adult Literacy Ohio.

Register at https://dsaco.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43e657837842d8fb04a8b7e69&id=854c73be6a&e=acb9c80eb5.

11/25/2025

Calling all high schoolers!

Join us for our last get-together of the year! Meet us at Glen's Sports Barn in Westerville for dinner and a night of games and friendly competition on Friday, December 12.

The fun happens from 6 - 8 PM. Visit https://www.dsaco.net/events/hssocialgroup/ to register by Wednesday, December 10.

11/25/2025

The DSACO team is working off-site today, so the DSACO office will be closed today, Tuesday, November 25!

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We will resume our regular office hours on Wednesday from 9 AM - 5 PM and will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

11/24/2025

We're excited to share even more ways that you can give back this holiday season and help support DSACO families in need!

Our Adopt-A-Family Amazon Wishlist allows you to select specific items that are greatly needed by families in our community.

Simply browse our curated wishlist, choose the items you'd like to donate, and have them shipped directly to us. Every gift, no matter how small, helps create joy and stability for families in need this holiday season.

Head over to https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3VDI3XMJZEL8C?ref_=abls_nvfly_yl to add some holiday cheer to your cart!

11/24/2025

Enrollment for Learning Aid Ohio's spring semester is open!

Learning Aid Ohio connects families with grant-funded, one-on-one tutoring for students with IEPs. Even better - families can choose from their pool of approved tutors or invite someone they trust to apply!

Head over to Learning Aid Ohio to get all of the information and to submit your application today.

Spring Enrollment is Now Open!

Over 3,000 students have received more than 25,000 hours of personalized support this year, now it’s your learner’s turn!

Learning Aid Ohio connects families with grant-funded, one-on-one tutoring for students with IEPs. Families can choose from our pool of approved tutors or invite someone they trust to apply.

Spring Semester: January 10 – May 8
Applications are reviewed in the order they’re received.

Learn more and apply at www.LearningAidOhio.org
Questions? Email info@learningaidohio.org

11/23/2025

If you're looking for a sensory-friendly experience this holiday season, check out this great opportunity to meet Santa at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium!

"On December 7, families can meet Santa in a calm, quieter space with softer lighting and minimal noise. This experience is designed for guests who prefer a calmer environment, and pre-registration is required to ensure a relaxed visit for everyone."

Visit the link in the post below to learn more and reserve a spot!

11/22/2025

DSACO is thrilled to continue celebrating this rich tradition with our families by providing you with your very own Rosca de Reyes in celebration of Three Kings Day!

The tradition of the Rosca de Reyes is celebrated every January 6, Three Kings Day, and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking countries such as Mexico, Spain and others in Latin America.

This tradition is a mixture of religious festivity and family coexistence, and eating the Rosca de Reyes becomes a special moment to share and enjoy in community.

Visit https://dsaco.net/events/roscadereyes/ for more information and to register for yours by December19. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you!

11/21/2025

WHAT.A.NIGHT.

Thank you to everyone who came out this week to support our improv groups at our Comedy for All Improv Show. We had a record number of audience members, and the energy was contagious!

With over twenty adults with Down syndrome between the two groups, the jokes were non-stop! Their hard work and practice definitely paid off, and it was incredible to see their confidence (and humor) shine on stage.

A HUGE thank you to Columbus Funny Bone Comedy Club for graciously hosting our show and supporting DSACO!

We're excited to share that you too, can take home one of our limited-edition improv t-shirts that staff and performers wore that evening. Visit https://http-theawesome-com.printavo.com/merch/dsaco to grab yours today!

Save the date and join us for our next show - Tuesday, April 21, 2026!