DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®

Event Overview

The Buddy Walk® was established in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Since then, the Buddy Walk® has become the premier advocacy event for Down syndrome in the United States and the world’s most widely recognized public awareness program for the Down syndrome community.

Join Us for a Celebration

Join the Down Syndrome Network of Onslow and Carteret Counties (DSNOCC) as we celebrate our 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®!

This special milestone event brings together families, friends, educators, businesses, and community members to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and promote a more inclusive world.

Participation Opportunities

Whether you walk, donate, volunteer, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps support DSNOCC programs that empower individuals with Down syndrome and their families through:

• Advocacy: and inclusive education
• Family Support: and connection
• Community Awareness: and outreach
• Resources: for individuals across the lifespan

Our Message

Our Buddy Walk® is not about speed — it's about belonging, acceptance, and community. Walk at your own pace, celebrate our amazing families, and help us continue building a more inclusive future.

🎉: Celebrate 15 years of inclusion with us!

What to Expect

Gather your friends, start a team, fundraise for a cause you believe in, and join us for a day filled with:

• Community Celebration:
• Music: and entertainment
• Vendors: and family activities
• Team Fundraising:

Team Participation

Schools, businesses, churches, and community organizations are encouraged to create teams and walk with us!

If your group would like to participate or start a team, we would love to connect with you. Please reach out to us to learn how you can get involved.

Our Commitment

Together, we are proving that inclusion isn’t just an idea — it’s a way of life.

💙:💛:
Down Syndrome Network of Onslow & Carteret Counties

Event Details

Date: October 24, 2026

Location: 100 Recreation Ln, Jacksonville, NC

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